International in Seattle: Communities & Representations

Laotian in Seattle

COUNTRY:

Laos

With vibrant cultural celebrations and authentic cuisine, Seattle’s Laotian community shares the beauty and traditions of Laos with the Pacific Northwest.

Nationality

Laotian

# of Sister Cities in WA

None

Consulate in Seattle

Honorary Consul in Seattle

Companies from this nation operating in Seattle region

To be confirmed

Nearest Consulate General

Washington DC

Chamber of Commerce in PNW

Historical, Cultural & Community Groups, including places of worship.

Yes

Local Immigrant Population*

5000

*Immigrant Population is an estimated sum of the number of naturalized Americans from this country and citizens from this country living in the Seattle Metro Area under any sort of immigration visa. It does not count the American offspring or descendants of immigrants from this country, which can go back many generations and account for large numbers of people. 1,000 is the default number when we don’t have a better count.

Languages

Lao.

Find Laotian culture in WA state

Laotians encompass many different ethnic groups in SE Asia. Turmoil in the country drove out large numbers in the 1970’s and 80’s. King County has benefited from their arrival where many started new lives. If you want to experience Laotian food and meet Laotian people, then you will not need to fly anywhere. A little bit of Internet research and you should be enjoying an authentic Lao meal nearby today!

Local Contact for this Nation:

Director of the Lao Community Service Center in Renton, WA at:

https://www.facebook.com/laocommunityservicecenter/