“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?

Laos offers over 120 travel eSIM providers and over 3, 200 prepaid data plans, providing a wide variety of options that make it easy for travelers to find an eSIM that fits their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Laos?

Yes, several eSIM providers supply unlimited data plans for use in Laos, including Roamify, Yoho Mobile, Truely and Yesim. All of these plans run for 1 to 30 days and offer unlimited data, although speed may be throttled and, in the case of Yoho Mobile, capped at 5 Mbps. Prices across these providers range from about $5.00 to $453.19 USD, giving travelers a broad spectrum to choose from depending on budget and desired speed.

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 eSIM plans that include a phone number and SMS for Laos are available from several providers. Local phone numbers are offered by Internet in Laos, abesteSIM, Roamify, and MicroEsim, each using the Laos dialing code +856 and supporting inbound and outbound voice calls as well as inbound and outbound SMS. Plans come in data ranges from 10GB to 30GB, with validity periods from 5 days up to 30 days, and prices generally start around $4 and rise to $10.00 for larger data or longer validity.

Additional plans with phone numbers are also available from providers that supply foreign numbers, such as GlobaleSIM (using +1 for US numbers), TravelKon (using +33 for French numbers) and Orange Travel (also +33). These plans likewise offer inbound and outbound voice and SMS, though the numbers are not local to Laos. Prices for these foreign‑number plans vary from roughly $4 to $50, depending on data amount and validity. All of these options are listed in the eSIMDB comparison chart and can be purchased directly from the respective operators.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: May 2, 2026