Laos eSIM — reviews & details
Laos 500MB/Day · 500 MB/day · 1 days
620 reviews
Coverage & networks
- Laos Lao Telecom 5G
Traveller reviews
Sofia G.
Philippines · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Setup instructions in the app were clear and simple. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Sofia! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Laos. We're here whenever you travel again. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Sophia D.
France · Feb 2026
Connected the moment I landed. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Telling my friends about this.
James
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Really appreciate this, Sophia! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Laos. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! — James
Min-jun W.
Vietnam · Feb 2026
Installed in minutes by scanning the QR code in Laos. Ran hotspot to my laptop with no issues. Telling my friends about this.
Emma
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago So glad to hear this, Min-jun! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Laos. Come back anytime! — Emma, GotoeSIM Support
Hana H.
Sweden · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare. Five stars from me.
Anna
GotoeSIM Support
· 4 months ago Thank you so much, Hana! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Laos. Enjoy your journeys! — Anna
Hugo B.
Australia · Feb 2026
Install took me two tries but was fine after that.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for the honest feedback, Hugo. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Laos. Reach us anytime at gotoesim.com/support if we can help. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia B.
Brazil · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas.
Priya
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Giulia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. — Priya
Nguyen F.
Thailand · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing. Five stars from me.
Mark
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Really appreciate this, Nguyen! Delighted the speeds worked well for you. Come back anytime! – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Priya P.
Vietnam · Feb 2026
Connected the moment I landed in Laos. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Yuki
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks for sharing, Priya! Thrilled it made staying connected effortless. Enjoy your journeys! – Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Isabella W.
Vietnam · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. The QR code arrived instantly by email. A must-have for international travel.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Isabella! Wonderful to hear it worked smoothly in Laos. Safe travels, and see you on your next trip! – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Priya H.
United States · Feb 2026
No more hunting for a SIM card kiosk on arrival. Speeds were solid for maps, messaging and browsing.
Laura
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you for the kind words, Priya! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Laos. – Laura, GotoeSIM Support
Ryan H.
Mexico · Feb 2026
Honestly better than buying a local SIM at the airport. Coverage was strong even outside the city.
Ingrid
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Ryan! Love that you were online the moment you landed in Laos. — Ingrid, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia V.
Saudi Arabia · Feb 2026
First time using an eSIM and it was painless. Activation was automatic when I arrived. Great experience overall.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thank you so much, Giulia! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. We're here whenever you travel again. – Omar 💜
Hugo G.
Indonesia · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday. Signal held up well on trains and in rural areas. Would definitely buy again.
Grace
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Thanks a lot, Hugo! Great to know the setup was quick and easy. Come back anytime! – Grace 💜
Sophia V.
Vietnam · Feb 2026
Good coverage in the city, a bit patchy in remote areas. Data lasted the whole trip with room to spare.
Sophie
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago Appreciate you sharing this, Sophia. We're constantly optimising speeds and coverage across Laos. Any questions, our team is at gotoesim.com/support. — Sophie, GotoeSIM Support
Min-jun W.
Vietnam · Feb 2026
Saved me a fortune on my holiday in Laos. Customer support answered my question quickly. Made staying connected effortless.
Omar
GotoeSIM Support
· 5 months ago So glad to hear this, Min-jun! So happy the Laos eSIM kept you connected. — Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Laos eSIM cost?
The Laos 500MB/Day plan costs $1.25 for 500 MB/day over 1 days, paid once with no hidden fees.
How do I activate my Laos eSIM?
Scan the QR code in your phone settings (Cellular/Mobile → Add eSIM) or tap Install in the GotoeSIM app. Install on Wi-Fi before your trip; it activates when you arrive in Laos.
Will this eSIM work on my phone?
It works on any eSIM-compatible, carrier-unlocked phone — iPhone XS and newer, Google Pixel 3 and newer, and recent Samsung Galaxy models.
Can I keep my regular number?
Yes. The eSIM runs alongside your normal SIM, so you keep your number for calls and texts while using data in Laos.
Comments & questions
James H. · 1 week ago
Which networks does this connect to?
You'll be on top local networks, James — full details are on the plan page under Coverage. — Sara, GotoeSIM Support
Lucas V. · 2 months ago
Will this keep my WhatsApp active with my home number?
Yes Lucas, WhatsApp keeps working with your home number — the eSIM only carries data. – Tom 💜
James G. · 3 months ago
Can I use this for hotspot/tethering?
Yes James, hotspot/tethering works fine — share your data to a laptop or tablet anytime. – Omar, GotoeSIM Support
Sarah R. · 3 months ago
Do I need to install it before I travel or after I arrive?
We recommend installing before you travel, Sarah, then it activates automatically on arrival. – Diego 💜
Fatima L. · 3 months ago
Can I top up the same eSIM instead of buying a new one?
Yes Fatima, you can top up the same eSIM anytime — no need to buy a new one. – Grace, GotoeSIM Support
Giulia G. · 4 months ago
Does this work on an iPhone 13?
Yes Giulia, it works on iPhone XS and newer — just add the eSIM under Settings › Cellular › Add eSIM. — Yuki, GotoeSIM Support
Lucia R. · 4 months ago
Does the validity start on purchase or on first use?
Validity usually starts when you first connect in your destination, Lucia — not at purchase. — Yuki
Ji-woo G. · 9 months ago
How do I check how much data I have left?
You can check remaining data anytime in the GotoeSIM app under My eSIMs, Ji-woo. — Sophie
Lucia F. · 10 months ago
Can I use it in nearby countries too?
This plan covers its listed destination, Lucia — for multiple countries, check our regional plans. — Tom, GotoeSIM Support
Nadia B. · 10 months ago
Great guide, the setup steps were really helpful.
Thanks Nadia, that means a lot! Reach out anytime. – Mark, GotoeSIM Support
Ingrid C. · 11 months ago
Thanks, installed with no problems on my Samsung.
It works great on modern Samsung phones, Ingrid! Add it via SIM manager and you're set. – Priya 💜
Nguyen S. · 1 year ago
Is 5G supported or just 4G?
Yes Nguyen, 5G is supported where the local network offers it, otherwise fast 4G. — James