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Moving to Laos

Asia • Rank #114 for American Expats

58
Overall Score

Overview

Laos offers ultra-low costs and a peaceful, laid-back atmosphere with beautiful Luang Prabang, but limited freedoms and infrastructure.

✅ Highlights

  • ✓Extremely affordable
  • ✓Laid-back atmosphere
  • ✓Luang Prabang (UNESCO)
  • ✓Mekong River
  • ✓Less touristy than neighbors

⚠️ Challenges

  • !Limited freedoms
  • !Language barrier
  • !Infrastructure basic
  • !Healthcare limited

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