Can foreigners own property in Laos?

Foreigners cannot own land in Laos, but there are clear legal paths to a secure asset, including owning a condo unit in your own name since 2024. The routes, the title that protects you, and the real costs.

By Mayer Julien · 6 min read

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Market & InvestmentJune 7, 2026

Vang Vieng: the Mekong's next investment frontier

A fast-growing tourism economy, a new expressway and limited luxury supply are reshaping Vang Vieng into a serious investment case.

By Mayer Julien · 1 min read

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Lifestyle & DestinationsJune 2, 2026

Living riverside in Luang Prabang

A UNESCO town where Franco-Lao architecture, slow mornings on the Mekong and quiet luxury meet. Here is what life by the river feels like.

By Mayer Julien · 1 min read

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