The Laos passport is an official travel document issued by the Government of the Lao People's Democratic Republic to its citizens for international travel. It enables its holder to travel to other countries and return to Laos, and it serves as proof of the holder's identity and nationality. The design, specifications, and issuance procedures of the Laos passport are managed by the Ministry of Public Security. The passport comes in two formats: a regular passport valid for five years and a diplomatic passport, also valid for five years but intended for official travel on behalf of the government. The passport features the national emblem of Laos on its cover and includes personal information about the holder such as their name, date of birth, and passport number. Lao citizens can apply for a passport at the Ministry of Public Security or at designated embassies and consulates abroad.