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Laos eSIM
A 5 GB Laos eSIM costs £13.99 for 30 days on Lao Telecom with 5G. Plans start at £3.99 for 1 GB. Delivered by email in seconds.
Your eSIM connects to Lao Telecom, with 5G on the network, so you can stay in touch in Vientiane or Luang Prabang. Send messages on WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger, and let your maps guide you around town. Choose the plan that fits your days below.
- 5G and 4G
- 1 network: Lao Telecom
- Top up anytime
- Instant email delivery
Your Laos eSIM in two questions
Which Laos eSIM plan do I need?
Your trip length and how much you use your phone decide the plan, so find the one closest to yours.
- A three-day city break in Vientiane: with light use of maps, messages and email, 1 GB for 7 days is the plan to pick.
- A fortnight touring Laos: from Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng, Pakse and Si Phan Don, with standard use of social media, music and some video, pick 10 GB for 30 days.
- A month-long stay: for standard use over 30 days, 20 GB for 30 days is the plan to choose.
- Crossing into a neighbouring country: the South East Asia eSIM covers 8 countries, so you can carry one eSIM across more than one border.
Most plans can be topped up, so you can add more data if your trip runs longer.
All 48 Laos eSIM plans
Prices include any taxes. Price per GB shown so you can compare at a glance.
| Data | Valid for | Price | Per GB | Top-up | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 GB · 7 days | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 15 days | £8.99 / €9.99 / $10.99 | £3.00 / €3.33 / $3.66 | Choose | ||
| 3 GB · 30 days | £8.99 / €10.99 / $11.99 | £3.00 / €3.66 / $4.00 | Choose | ||
| 5 GB · 30 days | £13.99 / €16.99 / $17.99 | £2.80 / €3.40 / $3.60 | Choose | ||
| 10 GB · 30 days | £24.99 / €29.99 / $32.99 | £2.50 / €3.00 / $3.30 | Choose | ||
| 20 GB · 30 days | £45.99 / €54.99 / $58.99 | £2.30 / €2.75 / $2.95 | Choose |
Networks your Laos eSIM uses
Your eSIM joins this local network automatically, wherever you are in Laos.
| Country | Networks | Speed |
|---|---|---|
| Laos | Lao Telecom | 5G |
Good to know
- Data only: your own number keeps working for calls and texts
- Hotspot works where your phone and the network allow it
- Plans start when you first connect; install within 180 days
- Your data routes through Singapore, so some sites may show that country
- Top up the same eSIM any time, no new QR code
Travelling further?
These eSIMs cover Laos and more countries on one plan.
Will my eSIM have signal in Laos?
Your eSIM joins Lao Telecom, and it runs 5G, so you get mobile data on a modern network. Your phone picks Lao Telecom by itself, so there's nothing to set up. Towns and tourist areas are covered, but signal can be patchy in mountainous and rural areas, so download your maps before a trek.
Your data reaches the internet through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Read the IP address help page to see how it works. Daily plans slow to 512 Kbps once the day's allowance is used up, so choose a size that fits your days.
How much data do you need in Laos?
Light: maps, messages, email (about 0.25 GB a day). Standard: plus social, music, some video (about 0.7 GB a day). Heavy: plus streaming, video calls, hotspot (about 1.8 GB a day).
3 days
- Light · about 800 MB1 GB · 7 days · £3.99 / €4.99 / $4.99
- Standard · about 2 GB500 MB a day · 5 days · £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49
- Heavy · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £11.99 / €14.49 / $15.99
7 days
- Light · about 2 GB500 MB a day · 7 days · £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49
- Standard · about 5 GB500 MB a day · 10 days · £8.99 / €10.49 / $11.49
- Heavy · about 13 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £19.49 / €23.49 / $25.49
14 days
- Light · about 4 GB500 MB a day · 15 days · £11.99 / €14.49 / $15.99
- Standard · about 10 GB1 GB a day · 15 days · £19.49 / €23.49 / $25.49
- Heavy · about 25 GB2 GB a day · 15 days · £36.49 / €43.49 / $47.49
30 days
- Light · about 8 GB500 MB a day · 30 days · £23.49 / €28.49 / $30.49
- Standard · about 21 GB1 GB a day · 30 days · £38.49 / €46.49 / $50.49
- Heavy · about 54 GB2 GB a day · 30 days · £72.49 / €86.99 / $93.99
How to set up your Laos eSIM
Install at home
On Wi-Fi, tap Install on iPhone (iOS 17.4+), scan the QR code, or type the two codes from your email.
Switch on when you land
Turn on your eSIM line, choose it for mobile data and switch Data Roaming on for that line.
You're online
Your phone joins Lao Telecom and your plan starts. Check data left on your eSIM page.
Using your phone in Laos: data tips
- Install at home: Add your eSIM on Wi-Fi at home before you fly. It's a quick job, and then you're not scanning codes in the arrivals hall.
- Switch on at the airport: Land at Wattay (VTE) in Vientiane or Luang Prabang (LPQ), switch your eSIM on, and turn on data roaming for the eSIM line. It runs on Lao Telecom, which offers 5G.
- Getting around: Save your hotel on your map before you leave, so directions are one tap away in Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Vang Vieng, Pakse or Si Phan Don.
- Staying in touch: Message friends on WhatsApp or Facebook Messenger, and your home number stays on for calls and texts, so nobody misses you.
- Data for your trip: Light use like maps and messages is about 0.25 GB a day, and most plans can be topped up if you need more.
Laos eSIM questions
How much is an eSIM for Laos?
Laos eSIMs start at £3.99 for 1 GB over 7 days. A 5 GB plan for 30 days costs £13.99. Prices include any taxes and show in pounds, euros or dollars.
Which networks does the Laos eSIM use?
Your eSIM connects to Lao Telecom in Laos, with 5G where the network has it. Your phone picks the strongest signal automatically.
When does my Laos eSIM start?
Most plans start the moment your eSIM first connects to a network in Laos, so you can buy and install it at home before you fly. Install it within 180 days of buying.
Can I top up my Laos eSIM?
Yes. Most Laos plans can be topped up from your eSIM page in two taps, with no new QR code. The plan table on this page shows which ones.
Why does my IP address show another country?
Laos plans route your data through Singapore, a normal setup for travel eSIMs. Websites and apps may show that country's content; your speed and coverage in Laos are not affected.
Does it come with a phone number?
Every eSIMology plan is data only. Keep your own SIM switched on for calls and texts, and use WhatsApp, FaceTime or any calling app over your eSIM's data.
What if my plans change?
Cancel an eSIM you haven't installed within 30 days for a full refund to your card, in two taps from your eSIM page.
Is there 5G in Laos?
Yes, Lao Telecom runs 5G in Laos. If your phone supports 5G, it can use it wherever the network offers it, so make sure 5G is switched on in your settings.
Can I use WhatsApp in Laos?
Yes. WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger both use your eSIM's mobile data in Laos, so you can message friends and family back home. You can also keep WhatsApp and your home number together while you're away.
What happens to my data speed once I use my daily allowance in Laos?
Once you pass your daily allowance, speed drops to 512 Kbps. That's still fine for messages and maps, so save big downloads and video for when your allowance refreshes.
Can I share my Laos eSIM data with my laptop?
Yes, you can share your connection with a laptop or tablet using your phone's hotspot. Heavy use, which includes hotspot, runs at about 1.8 GB a day, so keep an eye on your allowance while you share.
Which eSIM covers Laos and the countries around it?
The South East Asia eSIM covers 8 countries, Laos included. Two wider Asia bundles cover 14 and 19 countries, so you can pick the one that fits where you're going.
Ready for Laos?
Buy now, install today, and your plan waits until you land. Full refund if not installed.