Our Services: Visa, Relocation & Settlement in Laos
From the airport to your first bill paid: one local team for your whole move to Vientiane.
Moving to Laos is more than obtaining a visa—it’s the beginning of a new chapter.
At Expat Laos Salithyna, we provide complete visa, relocation and settlement services for expatriates, entrepreneurs, investors, retirees, NGOs, diplomats and international companies. Our multilingual local team supports you before your arrival, during your administrative procedures and throughout your installation in Laos, making the entire process smooth, secure and stress-free.
Why Choose Salithyna?
- Local experts based in Vientiane
- Personalized support from one dedicated contact
- Transparent and reliable guidance
- Multilingual assistance (English, French & Lao)
- International service standards
- Support before, during and after your relocation
Our mission is simple: Helping you feel at home from day one.
Arrival & First Days
Your first 48 hours in Laos, handled.
Airport Pickup
We meet you at Wattay International Airport and drive you to your home or hotel.
SIM Card & Mobile Data
A local SIM or eSIM with the right data plan, activated on the spot.
Money & Bank Account
Currency exchange, reliable ATMs and help opening a local bank account.
Temporary Accommodation
A comfortable place to stay while we find your long-term home.
Visa & Paperwork
We guide you through every administrative step.
Visas
Tourist, business and long-stay visas, extensions and renewals.
Work & Stay Permits
Guidance on work permits and residence cards, in coordination with your employer.
Lao Driving Licence
Conversion of your foreign licence or application for a Lao driving licence.
Residence Registration
Registering your address with the village chief and the local authorities.
Translations & Legalisation
Certified translations and legalisation of your documents.
Home Setup
Everything your new home needs to run smoothly.
Home Search
Houses and apartments visited and checked by Lao Villa Salithyna, with a detailed check-in inventory.
Internet & Fibre
We compare providers and arrange the installation.
Drinking Water
Water filter or dispenser installation and a reliable delivery supplier.
Electricity & Water Bills
Meter registration and a step-by-step guide to paying your bills.
Waste Collection
Registration with the collection service and payment set-up.
Furniture & Appliances
Where to buy or rent furniture, appliances and gas.
Household Staff
Cleaning by Lao Clean Salithyna, pressing, gardener or nanny.
Discover Vientiane
Feel at home in your new city from the first week.
City Tour
A guided tour of Vientiane and the neighbourhoods where expats live.
Shopping & Markets
Supermarkets, fresh markets, bakeries and imported products.
French & International Restaurants
Our favourite addresses for French cuisine and international food.
Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, dentists and pharmacies, in Vientiane and across the border in Thailand.
Sports & Leisure
Gyms, sports clubs, swimming pools and activities for children.
Expat Community
French and expat associations, business networks and Lao language classes.
Family & Schools
Settling in with children and pets.
Schools & Nurseries
Visits of international schools and nurseries, and help with enrolment.
Pets
Vets, paperwork and everything to settle your pet in Laos.
Transport & Departure
Getting around, and leaving Laos when the time comes.
Car & Motorbike
Buy or rent a car or motorbike, or book a private driver.
Leaving Laos
End of lease, check-out inventory, contract cancellations, sale of belongings and moving.
One contact for your whole move
Pick the services you need, or let us handle everything. Tell us about your project and we reply within 24h.