Border

China — Laos border

Border crossings China — Laos for road trips: hours on each side, what is closed and who is refused — in both directions, how long the border usually takes and what your own vehicle needs.

Border crossings Plan a trip

In short

Between China — Laos there are 4 border crossings, 2 with a name. Before you go, check them on the official sites of both countries.

Updated 26 October 2026
4 crossings

Which way you are going

Each country has its own border service and rules — we show both sides.

China → Laos

The border usually takes ≈ 1–2 h — CAMPLY estimate.

🛡️ Buy insurance locally. This country is outside the Green Card system: your own insurance is not valid, buy a local policy at the border or online in advance.PBUK — карта системы «Зелёная карта» · checked 29/10/2026

Visa for Laos →

Laos → China

The border usually takes ≈ 1–2 h — CAMPLY estimate.

🧭 Own vehicle only with a permit and an escort. Driving your own vehicle requires a permit and an accompanying guide, arranged in advance.Госдеп США — Китай · checked 29/10/2026

Visa for China →

Border crossings

Hours are as reported by each side; one side open 24/7 does not mean the other is.

MengKang Checkpoint
The border usually takes ≈ 1–2 h — CAMPLY estimate.
On the map →
Unnamed crossing
The border usually takes ≈ 1–2 h — CAMPLY estimate.
On the map →
Unnamed crossing
The border usually takes ≈ 1–2 h — CAMPLY estimate.
On the map →
Lao PDR Boten International Checkpoint
The border usually takes ≈ 1–2 h — CAMPLY estimate.
On the map →

Questions

China — Laos border: FAQ

Which border crossings are there between China — Laos?

The directory has 4 crossings: MengKang Checkpoint and Lao PDR Boten International Checkpoint. Status and hours are shown for each crossing on this page.

How long does the border usually take?

Usually ≈ 1–2 h. This is our estimate, not a live queue: in season and on holidays it can take longer.

What do I need to enter with my own vehicle?

Insurance, vehicle papers (sometimes a carnet) and a licence — it depends on where your car is registered. Add that country in the Garage and the trip plan will tell you what your vehicle needs.

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Border crossings — OpenStreetMap. “Usual” estimates — CAMPLY.