Contested by 7 clubs, it operates on a system of promotion and relegation with the Lao League 2.
FC Chanthabouly were the defending champions, having won their title in 2020 season.
However, they did not send a team due to problems with the Lao National Football Federation.
1 teams withdrew from the league, including defending champions, Chanthabouly after winning the 2021 season due to Laos match fixing scandal.
Note: Flags indicate national team as has been defined under FIFA eligibility rules.