Laos eSIM plans
Instant deliveryYour eSIM for Laos is available from €16.65 and active straight away: in Laos it connects to the Unitel, Lao Telecom, ETL networks (4G/LTE, 5G where available), coverage 55. Install it by QR code before you leave — no roaming and no SIM swap.
- Instant email delivery
- 30-day returns
- Support in French
- Visa · Mastercard · Apple Pay · Google Pay · PayPal
eSIM for Laos — at a glance
- From
- €16.65
- Local networks
- Unitel, Lao Telecom, ETL
- Technology
- 4G/LTE
- Network coverage
- 55
- Activation
- QR code — install before you leave
- Recommended data
- 1–3 GB light use · 5 GB with social media · 10 GB+ streaming
All eSIM plans for Laos
| Data | Validity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unlimited | 1 day | €23.53 |
| Unlimited | 3 days | €69.39 |
| Unlimited | 5 days | €115.25 |
| Unlimited | 7 days | €161.10 |
| 1 GB | 7 days | €16.65 |
| 2 GB | 15 days | €32.71 |
| 3 GB | 30 days | €46.01 |
| 5 GB | 30 days | €76.27 |
| 10 GB | 30 days | €140.46 |
Between the golden temples of Luang Prabang, the turquoise waters of the Nam Ou and the serenity of the Mekong, Laos is one of the most authentic destinations in Southeast Asia. But precisely because the country is still lightly developed in tourist infrastructure, a reliable connection becomes a precious asset: to find last-minute accommodation in a remote village, to navigate little-marked roads or to share your discoveries in real time. With a Laos eSIM activated before you leave Paris, you arrive in Vientiane already online, without hunting for a SIM reseller in the heat of the airport. A simple advantage, but one that changes everything.
Flight time from Paris
About 11 to 13 hours with a stop (no direct flight), via Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur or Hanoi
Time difference with France
+6h in winter, +5h in summer (Laos does not change its clocks, UTC+7)
Best time to visit
Dry season from November to April: pleasant warmth, green landscapes after the rains
Power socket type
Types A, B, C, E, F. Adapter generally not needed with European equipment (230V)
Why an eSIM is especially useful in Laos
Laos is one of the least connected countries in Southeast Asia, with around 55% national network coverage. Local carriers such as Unitel or Lao Telecom sell physical SIMs in town, but buying one often involves paperwork in Lao, a language almost impossible for most travellers from France. In the rural areas around Vang Vieng, the Four Thousand Islands or the Bolaven Plateau, the network can be unstable or absent, so it is better to plan ahead than to look for a connection on the spot. A Simpartout eSIM activated from France spares you all these complications: your 4G connection is ready the moment you land, with no local formalities. It lets you consult offline maps, contact your accommodation on WhatsApp or find the night markets of Luang Prabang without getting lost in the lanes.
Network coverage in Laos
Operator
Unitel
+ Lao Telecom
Technology
4G/LTE
Coverage
55
How to install your Laos eSIM
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Laos, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Laos, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
- 1
Buy your plan
Select the data plan matching your stay in Laos, then pay.
- 2
Scan the QR code
Aim your phone's camera at the QR code in the email we sent you.
- 3
Install the eSIM
Follow the instructions to install the eSIM. We recommend doing this before you leave.
- 4
Connect when you arrive
Upon reaching Laos, enable roaming on the eSIM data line to get online.
Recommended for you
Short trip
For a trip of 3 to 7 days, go for an unlimited plan.
Business trip
Video calls and emails: choose a high-speed plan.
Long stay
For a month or more, our high-capacity plans offer the best value for money.
Families
Several devices to connect? Pick a plan that allows hotspot sharing and comes with plenty of data.
eSIM, local SIM or Wi-Fi hotspot: which suits Laos best?
| eSIM | Local SIM card | Wi-Fi hotspot | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Activation | Instant (QR code) | Bought on arrival | Pick-up/delivery |
| Installation | 2 minutes | SIM swap | Extra device |
| Price | From €16.65 | €5–30 | €5–15/day |
| Network | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE | Local 4G/LTE |
| Devices | 1 smartphone | 1 smartphone | Up to 5 devices |
| Flexibility | Top up at any time | Fixed data | Daily rental |
| Recommendation | Ideal for travellers | For long stays | For groups/families |