Business Directory

Notarization and authentication of US documents for use in Laos. Apostille services. Required when using US-issued documents with Lao authorities. Appointment needed.

Thadeua Road, Km 9, Vientiane

Mid-range hotel with monthly apartment options. Safe, central, and family-friendly. English front desk available.

Inpeng Road, Vientiane

Book publisher and literacy NGO. Hires English-speaking staff for book readings and community education. Great entry-level work for returnees with English skills.

Sisavangvong Road, Luang Prabang

Main hospital serving Luang Prabang. Emergency and general services. Basic care available. Limited English.

Luang Prabang City

Catholic social services NGO offering community support, counselling referrals, and emergency assistance. Open to all regardless of religion.

Phonthan Neua Village, Vientiane

English and Lao language classes. Structured curriculum. Good for returnees needing to improve Lao language skills or earn a teaching certificate.

Dongpalane Road, Vientiane

Trusted local clinic with affordable consultations. Lab services available. Basic English communication. Good for general checkups and prescriptions.

Settasiphone Road, Vientiane

Social enterprise cafe that employs vulnerable youth. English environment. Good place to ask about hospitality work in Vientiane. Popular with NGO community.

Setthathirath Road, Vientiane

Popular social enterprise cafe. Coffee, sandwiches, WiFi. Great meeting point for the expat/NGO community. Good for networking and job leads.

Setthathirath Road, Vientiane

Provides prosthetics, orthotics, mobility aids, and physiotherapy. Free services for people with physical disabilities. English staff available.

Khou Vieng Road, near Khua Din Market, Vientiane

Leading international law firm in Laos. Handles immigration, residency, business registration, and document legalization. English-speaking lawyers.

Unit 7, Phonxay Village, Saysettha District, Vientiane

Third major telecom network in Laos. SIM cards from 15,000 LAK. Good rural coverage in northern Laos. Data packages from 30,000 LAK/month.

Setthathirath Road, Vientiane

Home fiber broadband from $20/month. Available in Vientiane and major cities. One of the cheaper options for stable home internet.

Setthathirath Road, Vientiane

Eco-tourism operator hiring English-speaking guides, kayak instructors, and trip coordinators. English fluency is a major hiring advantage here.

Setthathirath Road, Vientiane

Upscale riverside hotel that regularly hires English-speaking front desk, restaurant, and management staff. Good starting point for hospitality careers.

Fa Ngum Road, Vientiane

Modern private bank with online banking. Good for receiving international wire transfers. SWIFT transfers accepted.

Samsenthai Road, Vientiane

Private bank with English-speaking staff. Account opening for foreigners. Western Union partner for receiving funds from overseas.

75 Lane Xang Avenue, Vientiane

English-Lao document translation. Specializes in legal, medical, and business documents. Certified translations accepted by Lao government offices. 24-48 hour turnaround.

Phonxay Village, Vientiane

Popular Lao-Western restaurant. Great for meeting expats and locals. English menu. Good WiFi.

54 Settathilath Road, Vientiane

Traditional Lao food in a colonial-era building. English menu. Great for first-timers wanting authentic Lao food. Moderate prices.

111 Samsenthai Road, Vientiane

One of Laos oldest travel agencies. Hires English-speaking tour guides, coordinators, and drivers. Good for returnees with local knowledge.

Pangkham Street, Vientiane

Official lawyer referral service. Can connect you with legal professionals across Laos.

Ministry of Justice Building, Vientiane

State-owned bank with branches nationwide. Account opening with passport and local reference. Lower fees than private banks. Good for long-term residents.

33/2 Lane Xang Avenue, Vientiane

NGO providing employment support and vocational training. Can connect returnees with job placement programs and community work opportunities.

Vientiane (contact for address)

Evangelical Christian church with community outreach programs. Food assistance, emergency support, and counselling referrals available. Welcoming to all backgrounds.

Phonxay Village, Vientiane

Professional interpretation and translation for court, medical, and business settings. Interpreter hire available for appointments and meetings.

Samsenthai Road, Vientiane

Lao law firm with English-speaking lawyers. Immigration, visa extensions, business permits, and document notarization.

Samsenthai Road, Vientiane

Affordable hotel near Nam Phu fountain. Weekly and monthly rates. Central to banks, restaurants, and transport.

10 Chao Anou Road, Vientiane

Official business registration for sole proprietors, partnerships, and companies in Laos. Required for formal business operation.

Ministry of Industry and Commerce, Vientiane

Home internet installation from $25/month. Fiber available in central Vientiane. Good for remote workers setting up long-term.

23 Setthathirath Road, Vientiane

Official Lao Telecom store. SIM registration with passport. Good for rural coverage.

23 Setthathirath Road, Vientiane

Lao National Chamber of Commerce. Membership provides business networking, trade resources, and legal guidance for entrepreneurs. English staff available.

Khouvieng Road, Vientiane

Network of affordable homestays in Luang Prabang. From $10/night. Good for people reconnecting with local community.

Old Town Area, Luang Prabang

Motorbike rental and full repair service in Luang Prabang. Sells used bikes from $350. Parts available for Honda and Yamaha models.

Sisavangvong Road, Luang Prabang

General hospital serving northern Laos. Emergency services available. Ask for English-speaking staff.

Luang Prabang City Center

Largest public hospital in Laos. Low cost care. Emergency services 24/7. Limited English available.

Mahosot Road, Vientiane

Social enterprise restaurant training at-risk youth. Sometimes hires kitchen and front-of-house staff. Good English-speaking work environment.

Fanh Um Road near the Mekong, Vientiane

Guesthouse along the Mekong in Luang Prabang. Budget rooms from $12/night. Long-term rates available.

Khem Khong Road, Luang Prabang

Long-term apartments along the Mekong River. 1–3 bedrooms from $300/month. English-speaking management.

45 Fa Ngum Road, Vientiane

Official document legalization and authentication. Required for using foreign documents in Laos. Apostille and notarial services.

That Luang Road, Vientiane

Receive MoneyGram transfers at Lao Development Bank branches. Same-day service. Passport required.

LDB Bank, Lane Xang Avenue, Vientiane

Monthly room and house rentals in Pakse from $100/month. Good for those settling in southern Laos.

Pakse City Center

Affordable used motorcycles starting $300. Parts and service also available.

Route 13, Pakse

Local market stall selling SIM cards, phone accessories, and screen repairs at affordable prices.

Pakse Market, Champasak

Affordable phone repair, screen replacements, and accessories. Budget smartphones available from $40. Cash only.

Talat Sao Mall Level 1, Vientiane

Budget guesthouse near the city center. Rooms from 80,000 LAK/night. Monthly discounts available. Good for short-term stays while finding permanent housing.

Khoun Bourom Road, Vientiane

Full-service bank in Savannakhet. Account opening, wire transfers, and ATM services.

Savannakhet City, Route 9

Popular long-running guesthouse in Vang Vieng. Clean rooms from $8/night. Monthly rates available. Good base for returnees settling in central Laos.

Ban Viengkeo, Vang Vieng

Main provincial hospital serving southern Laos. Emergency and general care.

Savannakhet City

Row of local mechanics near Khua Din Market. Competitive pricing for all motorbike repairs. Common bikes (Honda Wave, Dream, Click) serviced quickly. Negotiate before work begins.

Khua Din Market area, Vientiane

United Nations Development Programme office in Laos. Hires locally for project coordination, admin, and communication roles. English essential.

UN House, Bane Phonxai, Vientiane

Long-running guesthouse popular with returnees and expats. Clean rooms, central location, affordable monthly rates. English-speaking staff.

91 Nong Bone Road, Vientiane

Catholic church with English-speaking congregation. Sunday mass in Lao and French. Community support, food assistance, and counselling referrals available.

Phonthan Road, Vientiane

English and Lao language classes. Good place to teach English or practice Lao. Flexible schedules.

34 Dong Palane Road, Vientiane

Reliable motorcycle repair shop. Fast service. Reasonable prices. Can handle most common bike issues.

Nong Bone Road Area, Vientiane

English-language newspaper. Hires writers, translators, and reporters. Good for returnees with strong English writing skills.

Xieng Nyeun Village, Xaysetha District, Vientiane

One of the most important Buddhist temples in Laos. Home to the Buddhist Institute. Monks provide community support, meditation guidance, and are a source of calm and stability.

Setthathirath Road, Vientiane

Historic Buddhist temple. Monks available for spiritual guidance and community support. Free entry for residents. A place of peace and reflection.

Lane Xang Avenue, Vientiane

Receive money transfers from the USA and worldwide. No account needed. Bring valid ID.

That Luang Market, Vientiane

WFP Laos hires for logistics, nutrition, and community outreach roles. English speakers with local knowledge are highly valued.

UN House, Bane Phonxai, Vientiane