“It's likely the best travel eSIM available in Laos as of this writing. This Unitel-provided local eSIM comes with a Laos phone number (+856), allowing you to receive calls and SMS (though sending is not available). No eKYC needed.

The speeds are satisfactory, with some 5G coverage in Vientiane, and latency is fantastic as it's not a roaming product. Tethering is supported as well. Coverage in Vientiane area was good, but be sure to do your own research if you plan to travel to the countryside. Overall, it's definitely a good value for money.”

sk

Sep 4, 2024

UPeSIM Laos

“Downloading and activation is easy. It would be easier if you have another device that can display your email to read the QR code. It easily connects to DTAC in Thailand and Unitel (couldn't find Star Telecom) in Laos with LTE, but you need to set APN:emov for UNICOM HK, which is the roaming carrier, rather than the local carrier in each country. Also, you must select LTE manually (doesn't work with 3g) instead of automatically selected. Of course, don't forget to set LTE as priority in the sim settings. Getting started initially is quite difficult, but once you are connected, it is stable, fast, and comfortable.”

七面鳥

Sep 27, 2022

UPeSIM Laos

“Connection ok on arrival just have to select Lao Telecom and put roaming ON. Internet 4G speed is good.

Hope it help.

Nick”

Nick

Oct 17, 2019

Laos Travel eSIM FAQ

Everything you need to know about using eSIMs in Laos

How many travel eSIM brands (providers) are available for use in Laos, and how many prepaid data plans are there?

There are more than 200 travel eSIM providers and over 7, 500 prepaid data plans available for Laos, giving travelers a wide variety of options to choose from.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Laos?

Unlimited data eSIM options are available for travelers heading to Laos. The following providers offer plans with no data cap for periods ranging from 1 to 30 days, including a 5‑ to 25‑day option with Orange Travel. Speed can be limited or throttled on most of these plans: ASIMGO caps speed at 5 Mbps, Earth Esim offers several speed tiers (1 Mbps, 5 Mbps, or 10 Mbps), and the other providers note that speed may be reduced during peak usage. Orange Travel requires eKYC but otherwise carries no speed restriction information. The cost of unlimited data plans spans from roughly $3.74 to $117.99 USD, encompassing a broad price range to suit different budgets.

What are the major mobile networks available for a travel eSIM in Laos?

Lao Telecom: "The largest mobile network operator in Laos, offering extensive nationwide coverage and a range of services."
Unitel: "A major telecommunications provider known for its wide network reach and diverse service offerings."
Beeline Laos: "A significant operator providing mobile services with a focus on affordability and accessibility."
ETL (Enterprise of Telecommunications Lao): "A state-owned enterprise offering mobile and internet services across the country."

Laos does not have Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs).

Can I get a travel eSIM with a phone number and SMS for Laos?

Travel eSIMs that give you a phone number and SMS capability for Laos are available from several providers. Providers such as abesteSIM, Roamify, RedEx eSIM, EtravelSIM, Orange Travel, Airhub, LineCast Networks, and Simbye offer plans that include a phone number and inbound/outbound SMS. These numbers use foreign dialing codes—most commonly +856, the Laos code, or +33, the French code—so they are not local Laos numbers. Prices for these plans start around $6 and validity ranges from 5 to 30 days, with some longer‑term options extending to 180 days.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: Oct 5, 2026