They have also requested confirmation of this withdrawal, and that United Nations peace-keeping troops be mandated to enter Laos in order to ensure a smooth transition.

It's possible to enter Laos by land or air from Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam or China.

Unknown to the U.S., their greatest fear was a major ground operation to cut the trail, which, indeed, would have meant entering Laos and Cambodia.

Entry Requirements - Passport You must hold a valid passport to enter Laos.

To enter Laos from Cambodia you must obtain a visa before arriving at the border.

Do not attempt to enter Laos without valid travel documents or outside of official ports of entry.

If you attempt to enter Laos outside of official ports of entry, you may be arrested, detained, fined, and deported.

Make sure you complete all immigration and customs requirements when you enter or depart Laos.

If you enter Laos without completing these formalities, you may be subject to fines, detention, imprisonment, and/or deportation.

Ultimately the storm made its final landfall in Vietnam before dissipating while entering Laos.