More Countries Face Potential U.S. Travel Ban: What You Need to Know Now

38. Laos

Laos, a landlocked Southeast Asian nation, is reportedly being considered due to concerns surrounding passport security and limited biometric infrastructure. While generally politically stable, Laos maintains minimal data-sharing agreements with Western nations, which can hinder international vetting. Additionally, reports of human trafficking and the illicit use of Laotian passports may have raised red flags. A U.S. travel ban would significantly affect Laotian–American families, many of whom maintain strong cross-border ties, and could complicate the country’s efforts to grow its tourism and international investment sectors.