“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 around 130 travel eSIM providers and about 3, 000 prepaid data plans. With such a large selection, travelers will easily find an eSIM that meets their needs.

Are there any unlimited data eSIM plans available for Laos?

Travelers looking for unlimited data in Laos can find such plans from Roamify, Truely, and Yesim. Each of these carriers offers unlimited data for periods ranging from one to thirty days at prices that span from as low as $5.00 to as high as $112.86 USD. All unlimited plans allow tethering, though speeds may be throttled after a certain amount of use, and Roamify’s offering includes 5G coverage. If a traveler prefers a higher speed or specific network coverage, selecting a plan from Roamify may be advantageous, whereas Truely and Yesim also provide unlimited data at competitive prices.

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. The plans offered by Internet in Laos, abesteSIM, ASIMGO, Roamify and MicroEsim deliver local Laos phone numbers with dialing code +856, allowing both inbound and outbound voice calls and SMS. GlobaleSIM also offers Laos‑targeted plans that provide a phone number, but the numbers use a foreign dialing code (+1) and are not local Laos numbers. All of these plans support inbound and outbound voice and SMS, and they typically last between 5 and 30 days. Prices for the data packages start around $4 for a 10 GB 5‑day package and rise to roughly $25–$30 for 20 GB packages with 15–30 day validity. If you need a phone number and SMS while traveling in Laos, you can choose a plan that either gives you a local number or an affordable foreign number.

Summarized by AI, Last updated: May 15, 2026