What entry route applies to holders of an ordinary passport issued by Laos?
Short answer
Lao ordinary international-passport holders may enter, leave, transit, and stay continuously in Russia without a visa for up to 30 days.
Verified answer
The visa-free route does not apply when the intended purpose is work, education, or permanent residence; the appropriate regular visa is required for those purposes.
This answer is supported by the current published entry Rule Version and the Russian MFA notice on entry into force of the Russia–Laos agreement.
What to do next
Use the traveler checker with Laos as nationality and enter the purpose, dates, residence, and number of entries. Choose a regular work, study, or residence route when applicable.
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