Laos (officially Lao People's Democratic Republic) is an independent country located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 7,647,000 people, it ranks #103 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 236,800 km² (#85 globally), with a population density of 32 people per km². The capital city is Vientiane. The official language is Lao.
Key Facts
Population
7,647,000
#103 world ranking
Area
236,800 km²
#85 world ranking
Population Density
32/km²
Capital
Vientiane
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+07:00
Continent
Asia
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+856
Languages
- Lao— see all countries
Currency
- Lao kip (₭)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Countries bordering Laos →
Vietnam
Myanmar
Cambodia
China
ThailandCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Laos?
The capital of Laos is Vientiane.
What is the population of Laos?
Laos has a population of 7,647,000 people, ranking #103 in the world by population.
How big is Laos?
Laos covers an area of 236,800 km², ranking #85 in the world by area. The population density is 32 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Laos?
The official languages of Laos are: Lao.
What is the currency of Laos?
The currency of Laos is Lao kip (₭).
What countries border Laos?
Laos shares borders with 5 countries: Vietnam, Myanmar, Cambodia, China, Thailand.