Security Guard Services in Vientiane

See the Laos page for coverage across Laos.

Retail and Business Districts in Vientiane

The main retail and business areas in the capital include:

• Vientiane Center
• Talat Sao Mall
• Lao-ITECC shopping center
• Setthathirath Road
• Samsenthai Road
• Nam Phou area

Security Considerations in Vientiane

Stores in the center of the capital are mostly shophouses along the street with doors opening directly onto the sidewalk, while shopping malls such as Vientiane Center have many entrances and large parking areas. In the evening, the Mekong riverside night market increases foot traffic in the surrounding area. Security officers therefore need to understand store opening and closing procedures, deliveries and courteous customer greeting.

The Boun That Luang festival in November and Lao New Year in April draw very large numbers of people into the capital and cause heavy traffic. Tourists traveling on the Lao-China Railway and across the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge come from many countries. Staff posted at stores and hotels should be able to communicate in Lao and English, and Thai or Chinese is also very useful.

The rainy season from May to October can cause flooding on some roads and slow travel, while March and April are very hot. For offices, banks and residential buildings, the Post Orders should set shift changes, visitor ID checks and backup plans for days with bad weather.

How Coverage Works in Vientiane

McCray designs the program, writes the Post Orders, sets the presentation and service standards, oversees performance and reports to the client.

The scope of service, licensing and insurance for each site are confirmed before any proposal is issued. Licensing details are on the Laos page.

Services in Vientiane

Common Questions

Can Additional Officers Be Requested During Boun That Luang and Lao New Year?

Requests can be made. Needs should be shared in advance to allow time to plan schedules, travel at times when some roads may be closed, and updates to the Post Orders. The number of officers and working hours are set after the site assessment.

How Is Security Guard Coverage Priced?

Rates depend on the officer classification, hours, schedule and site requirements. McCray provides a written rate schedule after reviewing the needs of each site. Holiday, overnight and short-notice coverage is billed at a premium rate.