Laos eSIM
Mobile data in Laos. No roaming fees, instant activation, one-tap install on iPhone, Samsung and Android.
- 01Internet on arrival
- 02No SIM swap — keep your number
- 03Set up in under a minute, before you fly
Choose your plan
- 3G/4G/5G network speeds
- Top-up anytime if needed
- Instant Activation · Hotspot Sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
- 1 GB high speed per 24 hours
- Unlimited data (min. 1 Mbps after high-speed)
- 3G/4G/5G · Instant activation · Hotspot sharing
- 24/7 Support · No Contracts
All Laos eSIM plans and prices
| Data | Valid | Price | Per GB |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB | 7 Days | $3.99 | $3.99 |
| 3 GB | 15 Days | $8.99 | $3.00 |
| 3 GB | 30 Days | $9.49 | $3.16 |
| 5 GB | 30 Days | $14.99 | $3.00 |
| 10 GB | 30 Days | $26.99 | $2.70 |
| 20 GB | 30 Days | $53.99 | $2.70 |
| 1 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $3.49 / day | — |
| 3 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $6.99 / day | — |
| 2 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $7.49 / day | — |
| 5 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $12.99 / day | — |
| 10 GB a day | Unlimited daily | $23.99 / day | — |
Which Laos eSIM plan should I pick?
A typical day: 2 hours of maps, a few calls, a short video call, photos on WhatsApp and 30 minutes of Reels or TikTok — about 1 GB a day.
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Weekend or 3 days
about 3 GB 3 GB · 15 Days
$8.99 -
7 days
about 7 GB 10 GB · 30 Days
$26.99 -
14 days
about 14 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$53.99 -
30 days
about 30 GB 20 GB · 30 Days
$53.99 -
Streaming and hotspot every day
Unlimited daily
from $3.49 / day
More scrolling, streaming or hotspot? Go one size up, or pick a daily plan.
How it works
- Step01 Choose Plan Pick the data and validity that fit your trip.
- Step02 Receive Order Email Your eSIM arrives by email straight away.
- Step03 Install in one tap Tap install, then switch on data when you land.
Coverage
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Laos
Lao Telecom 5G
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Common Questions
How does an eSIM help with exploring Vientiane in Laos?
You walk out of Wattay International Airport with your bag and open Loca to arrange a ride into Vientiane, passing the SIM counter without joining its queue. You enter your guesthouse address, follow the driver's approach in the app, and watch the route unfold on Google Maps. Once your bag is dropped off, you save Patuxai and set off towards the monument, stopping when a small restaurant catches your eye.
You point Google Translate at the Lao menu, choose something that looks good, and show your order to the person behind the counter. After eating, you look up the visitor information for Patuxai and find your way to its entrance. You frame a photo beneath the arch, send it home through WhatsApp, then message your guesthouse there to ask for a dinner recommendation nearby.
What should I look for in a tourist eSIM for Laos?
Choose an eSIM with local network access across Laos's main visitor routes, from Vientiane and Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng. This plan connects to supported local networks serving those areas. Look for hotspot support when sharing data with a companion; hotspot works on most plans, and this plan supports adding more data through top-ups.
Preparation matters too: this eSIM installs before you fly using the button in your order email, with 180 days from purchase to activate. Your chosen package determines the data allowance and validity.
Where will my eSIM have coverage while travelling around Laos?
Your eSIM connects to local networks including Lao Telecom, with 3G/4G/5G service. Coverage in Laos is strongest in cities and main tourist areas such as Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng and Pakse. It becomes patchier through the mountainous interior, remote villages and forested valleys, particularly on routes away from the main roads.
| SimSwift eSIM | Local SIM | Roaming | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup | Install at home before you fly | Find a shop or airport kiosk and queue after landing | Nothing to install; switch roaming on |
| When you're connected | On landing, when connected to a supported network | After purchase and setup | On landing if your home plan includes roaming here |
| Paperwork / ID | No paperwork or ID needed | Passport registration required | Use your existing home account |
| Cost predictability | Pay once upfront for your chosen package | Local pricing; purchase on arrival | Inclusion and charging depend on your home plan |
| WhatsApp & your number | Keep using WhatsApp on your home number | New local number; WhatsApp stays on your home number | Your home number, on your home plan's roaming terms |
| Top-ups | Add data anytime with a top-up | Buy additional data through a shop or provider service | Extra data depends on your home plan |
What practical connectivity tips help when travelling through Laos?
- Save offline maps before heading into Laos's mountainous interior, where winding roads and patchier reception make downloaded routes useful.
- Carry cash for small restaurants and markets in Laos; do not rely on merchant payment codes working with your banking app.
- Pack a universal adapter for Laos's mixed socket types, and keep a power bank handy for navigation between towns.
- Use guesthouse Wi-Fi to download large files; connections in smaller Lao towns can struggle with heavy uploads.
- Silence your device inside Lao temples, and ask permission before photographing monks or worshippers.
- During the wet season in Laos, keep your device in a waterproof pouch and download route details before rural journeys.
How much does a Laos eSIM cost?
SimSwift Laos eSIMs start at $3.99 for 1 GB valid for 7 Days. Unlimited daily plans start at $3.49 a day.