If you are an Employer

Navigating employment laws and regulations in Laos can be complex. Legal considerations impact every stage of the employment lifecycle, from recruitment and engagement to termination. Employers must ensure their workplaces comply with evolving legal and market conditions.

A strong foundation for effective people management includes:

• Clearly drafted employment agreements; and
• Comprehensive labour handbooks tailored to Lao labour regulations.

Our legal team can assist employers in meeting compliance obligations while creating clear and enforceable employment documentation.

If you are an Employee

Before signing an employment agreement, particularly in senior or executive roles, many employees seek legal review of their contract. Legal advice can help:

• Reduce personal and professional risk;
• Ensure contractual clarity; and
• Confirm the fairness and legality of employment terms.

We advise employees across various industries to better understand their rights and responsibilities under Lao law.

Employment Law Advice

Timely legal advice helps prevent disputes and uncertainties later in the employment relationship. We frequently advise on:

• The differences between fixed-term and permanent employment contracts;
• Proper calculation of severance payments;
• The meaning and legal implications of “unjustified termination”.

For more guidance, please explore our articles and case studies on employment law in Laos.

Corporate Immigration

Whether you are planning to enter Laos on an employment visa, business visa, or expert visa, our lawyers can assist with navigating the application and approval processes.

Our team can assist with:

• Employment visa applications
• Business and expert visa applications
• Approval of foreign employee quotas
• Police clearance (criminal record) certificates
• Birth certificates

We provide immigration assistance to both foreign individuals looking to work or invest in Laos, and Lao businesses seeking to hire foreign employees.