Visas and travel regulations for Cambodia (updated through July 2024)
Cambodia Visa Information
· Main Feature: One of the easiest countries in the world to obtain a visa for.
· Method of Obtaining: Electronic Visa (e-Visa) or Visa upon Arrival at airports and border crossings.
· Cost: Approximately $30-36 (may vary slightly).
· Length of Stay: 30 days, renewable once within Cambodia.
Full Details of All Visa Methods
- Electronic Visa (e-Visa) – Recommended
· Advantages: Convenient and secure. You obtain it before you travel, so you don’t have to worry about it upon arrival.
· Method of Applying: Via the official Cambodian government website: https://www.evisa.gov.kh/
· Processing Time: 3 business days on average.
Valid for entry via:
· Airports: Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH), Siem Reap International Airport (REP).
· Land crossings: 6 designated crossings (e.g., the Bavette crossing from Vietnam).
- Visa on Arrival
Available at: All international airports and major border crossings.
· Requirements:
· Valid passport (validity at least 6 months).
· Two passport-sized photos with a white background.
· Application form (distributed at the airport).
· Cash in US dollars (preferably new and clean bills).
- Visa from the embassy (for special parking)
· When should you use this? If you are planning a long-term stay or for work/study purposes.
Important conditions and procedures to mention in your blog
- Passport: Must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry.
- Passport size: 4×6 cm, with a white background (carry it with you if you choose the visa-on-arrival).
- Cash cost: The visa fee upon arrival must be paid in US dollars only. Local currency (riel) or credit cards are not accepted for this transaction.
- Flight tickets: A return ticket is not required for entry, but it is recommended.
· Obtain an e-Visa in advance: To avoid queues and potential fraud at airports.
· Carry new US dollars: Old or torn bills may be rejected by staff.
· Beware of counterfeit websites: Use only the official website evisa.gov.kh to obtain an e-Visa.
· Print the e-Visa: You must have a printed copy to present at the port of entry.
· All Arab nationalities (including Egyptians, Saudis, Emiratis, Jordanians, etc.) are eligible for an e-Visa or visa-on-arrival.
· There are very few exceptions (such as Afghanistan, etc.)
· Official e-Visa website: https://www.evisa.gov.kh/
· List of permitted entry points for e-Visa: Available on the official website.