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eSIM Laos
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Save up to 90% on roaming
High-speed 4G/5G connection5G
Keep your WhatsApp and number
Choose your plan
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Unlimited data with a fair-use policy (FUP): full speed up to a daily allowance, then the pace slows for the rest of the day. No cut-offs, no extra charges.
Coverage in Laos- Works on your phone (500+ compatible models)
- Real 4G/5G coverage and speed in Laos
- Activates on arrival, not when you buy
- Keep your number, WhatsApp and iMessage
- Guaranteed refund if it does not work
NetworkTop local carrier
Speed4G / 5G
HotspotYes
ServiceData only
ActivationOn first data use
CompatibilityiPhone XS+, Samsung S20+, Pixel 3+ (500+ models)
InstallationQR code by email
FormatDigital eSIM (no physical SIM)
EIDDial *#06# to check it
UsageData only (your number still works for calls)
The eSIM Laos gives you internet in Laos without roaming from the very first minute: land in Vientiane or Luang Prabang and get connected by scanning the QR that reaches your email in about a minute, with no physical SIM swap and no stopping at a store. Perfect for opening Maps, translating, sending WhatsApp or firing up a hotspot.
You'll browse on the local Lao Telecom network, with 5G coverage where available. Pick the GB and the days you actually need and pay for just that; you keep your usual number for WhatsApp and calls, and share data over hotspot with your travel group.
What's included
- High-speed 4G/LTE data in Laos
- Hotspot included to share your connection with whoever travels with you
- Your usual number stays active: WhatsApp, incoming calls and iMessage with no cut-offs
- Activation QR in your email in under 1 minute
- Top up data whenever you need to, without buying another eSIM
- Money-back guarantee if the eSIM doesn't work
Before you buy
- Data-only product: no traditional calls or SMS (use VoIP apps)
- Your phone must be eSIM-compatible and carrier-unlocked. Check your device here
- Install the profile before you travel: you have 180 days from purchase to do it
Specifications
- Speed: 4G/5G depending on local coverage
- Networks: LA - Lao Telecom 5G
- Top-up: Yes
- Hotspot: Yes
- Calls / SMS: Not included (VoIP apps only)
- Pre-activation window: 180 days from purchase
Risk-free purchase
Did you change your plans? We've got you covered
If you don't end up traveling, you have a money-back guarantee. And if something doesn't work at your destination, our human support helps you 24/7 until you're connected. No fine print, no complications.
Your next destination
Laos
Land with the Internet already on. Share every moment of Laos without hunting for WiFi or overpaying.
The PuraSim difference
Travel connected, without the hassle
Connected or we help you
Coverage in 218 destinations on top-tier local networks, even outside big cities. And if something fails, human support 24/7 until you're online.
If you can take a photo, you can activate it
No paperwork or SIM cards. You get a QR, scan it and the eSIM installs itself. Your number and WhatsApp stay exactly the same.
Choose your plan
eSIM plans for Laos
Pick your data and days. Fixed price, no surprises, across Laos.
| Data | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Laos · 1 GB | 7 days | €3,84 |
| Laos · 3 GB | 30 days | €10,69 |
| Laos · 3 GB | 15 days | €11,12 |
| Laos · 5 GB | 30 days | €16,69 |
| Laos · 10 GB | 30 days | €30,39 |
| Laos · 20 GB | 30 days | €45,37 |
Before you buy
Is your phone compatible?
Almost every phone since 2018 supports eSIM. Check it in 10 seconds — we show you step by step. Swipe →
Dial *#06#
Open the phone dialer and enter *#06#, just like a call. No need to press call.
Look for the EID
If a 32-digit EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM. Good news!
Ready to travel!
Just add your Laos plan. Activate it with a QR and land with internet.
Prefer to check by brand and model? Pick it here:
Installation
Activate your eSIM in minutes
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel. It uses no plan data.
2Settings → Cellular
Tap "Add eSIM" → "Use QR Code".
3Scan the QR
The one in your email. The eSIM installs itself.
4Activate on arrival
At your destination, turn on "Data Roaming" for PuraSim.
1Connect to WiFi
Install it before you travel.
2Settings → Connections → SIM
Tap "Add eSIM" or "Add mobile plan".
3Scan the QR
Confirm the profile download.
4Turn on data
Select PuraSim and enable roaming.
The difference
vs. the old way
Compared to roaming, an airport local SIM or hotel WiFi, the PuraSim eSIM for Laos is the simplest and cheapest way to get internet abroad.
Roaming
Unlimited daily data
No surprise bills
Online the moment you land
Data coverage across the country
Keep your number and WhatsApp
Human support on WhatsApp
4G/5G speed, no throttling
Daily plans: full-speed data up to the daily cap; after that, reduced speed (fair use).
With PuraSim
Everything that You don't lose
✕ Roaming in Laos: your carrier charges you every day
✓ Your eSIM: data for your whole trip from €3,84
Don't lose moneyFixed price before you leave, no surprises on your bill when you return.
Don't lose connectionHigh-speed internet as soon as you land, no need to search for WiFi.
Don't lose your numberYour SIM stays in: WhatsApp and your usual calls, active.
Don't lose timeNo queues or paperwork to buy a SIM at the airport.
Don't lose coverageConnect to top-tier local networks, not second-rate signals.
Don't lose your coolNo commitment, no small print, and a money-back guarantee.
Your next destination
Connect in 218 destinations
One store for all your trips. Pick your country and leave the plane already connected.
Performance
Works with all your apps
Fast, stable connection on top-tier local networks. Peak performance in the apps you use every day.
Real connection speed5G
WhatsApp
Instagram
TikTok
Maps
YouTube
Spotify
Netflix
GmailBooking
Uber
Airbnb
Book, get around and browse at your destination with data from minute one — no hotel wifi or local SIMs needed.
- Stream Netflix & YouTube with no buffering
- Post stories and video-call instantly
- Google Maps always ready so you never get lost
FAQ
Everything clear about your eSIM
To travel to Laos, the best eSIM gives you full-speed data on the best local networks, with no roaming and real support. The PuraSim eSIM activates with a QR in 1 minute, keeps your number and WhatsApp and covers all of Laos from the moment you land, with great value and no lock-in.
PuraSim eSIMs for Laos have plans by data and by days, so you only pay for what you need. No contracts, no lock-in: pick your plan, pay once and get data across Laos. See the available plans above. It is much cheaper than your carrier roaming.
Yes, by a lot. Traditional roaming can add €50-60 to your bill on a single trip in Europe. With a PuraSim eSIM you pay a fixed price for your Laos data, with no surprises or hidden charges, and you know exactly what you will spend before leaving home.
Yes, if your phone supports eSIM (almost all since 2018: iPhone XR/XS and later, Samsung Galaxy S20+, Google Pixel 3+ and many more). Dial *#06# on the dialer: if an EID code appears, your phone supports eSIM and you can use PuraSim in Laos without changing phone or number.
Yes. Your eSIM connects to the best local networks in Laos with 4G/5G coverage in major cities and most tourist areas. You get full-speed internet for maps, social media, videos and video calls throughout the trip, from landing until you return home.
Connect to WiFi, open Settings, then Cellular, Add eSIM and scan the QR you receive by email. It takes under a minute and you can set it up before leaving home. In Laos you just turn on the eSIM data roaming and you are connected instantly.
An eSIM is a digital SIM built into your phone, with no physical card. You buy your data plan for Laos, get a QR by email and, when you scan it, your phone connects to the best local networks in Laos as soon as you land. All digital, no waits or paperwork.
The days start counting from your first data use in Laos, not from purchase. So you can install the eSIM calmly before travelling and it only activates when you arrive and connect.
Yes. Your usual SIM or eSIM stays active for your calls, SMS and your regular WhatsApp. The PuraSim eSIM is added separately for data only, so you do not lose your number or your chats.
Yes, all our Laos plans include hotspot to share internet. You can connect your laptop, tablet or a travel companion phone to your hotspot at no extra cost.
You can buy another Laos plan from the site in seconds, with no eSIM change or waiting. We also alert you when you are low on data so you never lose connection mid-trip.
The plan is data only, designed to give you internet in Laos. You can still call and message at no extra cost via WhatsApp, FaceTime or Telegram using your eSIM data.
You have a money-back guarantee and 24/7 support. If something fails, our team helps until you are connected or refunds you. Write to us and we solve it right away.
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More eSIMs for your trip
More about the Laos eSIM
eSIM for Laos: internet without roaming
With a Laos eSIM you have internet the moment you land in Vientiane, without looking for shops or swapping SIM cards. The plan connects to the local networks of Unitel, Lao Telecom (LTC) and ETL, which provide the best 4G coverage in the country's main cities and tourist routes. You buy the plan online, receive the QR code by email and switch on the data in minutes, without relying on the hotel Wi-Fi.
Roaming in Laos: why an eSIM is worth it
Laos is not part of the European Union, so "roam like at home" does not apply here. If you leave your home SIM active, roaming in Laos is billed at international rates, with prices around 10-15 € a day that shoot up when you use maps or social media. A local browse on the country's data. It's the easiest way to have internet in Laos with no nasty shocks.
How much does a Laos eSIM cost?
Plans start from €3.95, well below what traditional roaming charges for a single day. As a guide on usage: 1 GB covers a short trip of maps, messaging and a bit of social media; 3 GB fits a one-week getaway with normal use; and 5 GB or more is ideal if you share photos daily, use your phone as a GPS or make video calls. You can see the price of the Laos eSIM by number of days and choose the plan that best suits your route.
eSIM or SIM card in Laos
The physical Laos SIM card means finding a stand at the airport or in the city, showing your passport and swapping your nano-SIM, with the risk of losing it. The eSIM is 100% digital: it installs before you leave home and you keep your own number on the same line to keep receiving calls and SMS. Fewer errands, zero plastic and instant activation on arrival.
Does the eSIM work in Vientiane, Luang Prabang and Vang Vieng?
Yes. Unitel and LTC's 4G coverage is solid in Vientiane, the capital, and in the historic center of Luang Prabang, a World Heritage Site. It also works well in Vang Vieng, Pakse and Savannakhet, as well as on the main roads of the south and the routes to the Kuang Si waterfalls. In very remote mountain areas the signal can drop, which is normal with any carrier in the country.
How do you activate the Laos eSIM?
The process is quick: after purchase you receive a QR code by email, you scan it from your phone's settings and leave the plan installed before you travel. On landing you just have to switch on data roaming for that eSIM line and you're done. If you want the step-by-step with screenshots, check our eSIM guide. And if your trip includes more stops around Southeast Asia, take a look at all destinations to pick the plan you need.
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