Some families in Laos operate small shops on their property to earn some extra income.



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I think open small business in Laos is better then working for somebody else.

Look like someone can easily break into their shop at night.

Yes, but many people don't have enough money to start a business, so they need to work for other people.

They sleep right behind their shop, so if someone break in, they will hear them.

It's would be nice if people can get bank loan, micro loan to open small bussiness. In U.S many Lao family also work full time and do small business on a side to make extra money.

People can get a bank loan in Laos, but only if they are able to pay back.

It's good to know that Lao-Americans are doing well.

Admin Saovaluck wrote on 15^th Dec, 2010 at 11:19pm:

People can get a bank loan in Laos, but only if they are able to pay back. It's good to know that Lao-Americans are doing well.

Hopefully there will be more jobs, and opportunity in the near future as Laos economies grow.

I think everywhere you need to work hard. Life is tough for many people.

These types of 'shops' are EVERYWHERE in the ban nork areas. By the way, they ALWAYS pack their goods inside before calling it a day.

Great way to make extra cash.
;) 8-)

Agreed.
;)


Admin Saovaluck wrote on 16^th Dec, 2010 at 3:32am:

I think everywhere you need to work hard. Life is tough for many people.

They don't pack their goods inside their house at the end of the day.

They just make sure their shop is locked up properly. Some people sleep near their shop.

That a good idea so people don't steal.
;)

What do they sell in there anyway? Water,Pops,Beer,Ice Cream I assume.

Yes, things like that, and everyday household items. Roadside shops don't usually sell ice-creams.

Does gas stations in Vientiane have mini-markets as well?

They probably sell some things, but customers don't go inside the petrol/gas service station. Staff are on standby to fill up for customers and collect payments on the spot, so it's usually a quick entry and exit.



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Does they take a credit card at the gas station?
:)


Admin Saovaluck wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 5:04am:

They probably sell some things, but customers don't go inside the petrol/gas service station. Staff are on standby to fill up for customers and collect payments on the spot, so it's usually a quick entry and exit. http://www.laopride.com/pictures1/filling-up-at-the-gas-station-in-laos.jpg

Gas station and mini market is a good business idea in Laos.
;)


PEACE wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 3:31am:

Does gas stations in Vientiane have mini-markets as well?

Not that I'm aware of. A few of the bigger gas stations maybe accept credit card payments.

That's what I have in mind as well ;).


llX wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 5:22am:

Gas station and mini market is a good business idea in Laos. ;) PEACE wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 3:31am: Does gas stations in Vientiane have mini-markets as well?

This is a dumbfonded question but I thought Laos is warm - hot all year round but I see many pictures with people wearing a jacket, just like the dude with the motorbike.  The weather does get cool/cold in the winter season?
 

Admin Saovaluck wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 5:04am:

They probably sell some things, but customers don't go inside the petrol/gas service station. Staff are on standby to fill up for customers and collect payments on the spot, so it's usually a quick entry and exit. http://www.laopride.com/pictures1/filling-up-at-the-gas-station-in-laos.jpg

Last time I was there it was freezing at night. Granted, I was in the back of a tuk-tuk. But still, long sleeve tshirt and jeans, and I was shivering.

It does get cold in winter in Laos. But mostly hot and humid.
:)


PEACE wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 2:35pm:

This is a dumbfonded question but I thought Laos is warm - hot all year round but I see many pictures with people wearing a jacket, just like the dude with the motorbike.  The weather does get cool/cold in the winter season?   Admin Saovaluck wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 5:04am: They probably sell some things, but customers don't go inside the petrol/gas service station. Staff are on standby to fill up for customers and collect payments on the spot, so it's usually a quick entry and exit. http://www.laopride.com/pictures1/filling-up-at-the-gas-station-in-laos.jpg

But need lot and lot of money.
:)


PEACE wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 2:30pm:

That's what I have in mind as well ;). llX wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 5:22am: Gas station and mini market is a good business idea in Laos. ;) PEACE wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 3:31am: Does gas stations in Vientiane have mini-markets as well?

Admin Saovaluck wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 1:56am:

They don't pack their goods inside their house at the end of the day. They just make sure their shop is locked up properly. Some people sleep near their shop.

YES THEY DO PACKUP AT THE END OF THE DAY!

My estimation is $400,000USD/per station (everything included with mini-market inside).


llX wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 6:20pm:

But need lot and lot of money. :) PEACE wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 2:30pm: That's what I have in mind as well ;). llX wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 5:22am: Gas station and mini market is a good business idea in Laos. ;) PEACE wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 3:31am: Does gas stations in Vientiane have mini-markets as well?

I'm not sure, but I think you can smaller gas station for cheaper or under $200,000 or way less. One thing about gas station people like to rob them. In the U.S it's one of th most dangerous jobs.
:o :)


PEACE wrote on 3^rd May, 2011 at 10:01pm:

My estimation is $400,000USD/per station (everything included with mini-market inside). llX wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 6:20pm: But need lot and lot of money. :) PEACE wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 2:30pm: That's what I have in mind as well ;). llX wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 5:22am: Gas station and mini market is a good business idea in Laos. ;) PEACE wrote on 3rd May, 2011 at 3:31am: Does gas stations in Vientiane have mini-markets as well?

Where is the closest refinery to Vientiane? Vietnam or Thailand?

Sorry.  My question was where does Vientaine get gasoline from? I am sure we do not have refineries in Laos.

Petrol / gasoline in Vientiane is imported from Thailand.

Laos also imports from Vietnam.

Shell is the only petrol franchise in Vientaine as of right now?

There's also Caltex service stations.