Cambodia Visa Requirements

Cambodia visa requirements are very clear and easy to understand. Cambodia has an excellent visa on arrival policy offering visa on arrival for most nationalities in the world. Only a handful of countries (10 countries) need to arrange for a pre-approved visa from the consulate.

There are 4 different visa options

• Visa EXEMPT – 7 countries are visa EXEMPT for stays from 14 days to 30 days
• eVisa – Most nationalities can avail eVisa for stays up to 30 days
• Visa ON ARRIVAL – Most nationalities can avail Visa ON ARRIVAL for stays up to 30 days
• Visa REQUIRED – A pre-arranged visa from the consulate prior to arrival is required for certain nationalities

Cambodia Visa Requirements

Visa EXEMPT passport holders

Philippines

14 day entry
Thailand

eVisa

• eVisas are issued for stays up to 30 days, single entry only. Fee $36 USD.
• Can enter from Phnom Penh and Siem Reap international airports
• Can enter from Thailand land borders – Cham Yeam (Koh Kong) and Poi Pet (Banteay Meanchey)
• Can enter from Vietnam land border – Bavet (Svay Rieng)
• Cannot enter from Laos land borders
• Following passport holders are eligible to apply for Cambodia eVisa

Visa ON ARRIVAL

• Visa ON ARRIVAL are issued for stays up to 30 days, single entry only. Fee $30 USD.
• Issued at all international airports and land borders from Thailand, Vietnam and Laos
• Following passport holders are eligible for Cambodia Visa ON ARRIVAL

Visa REQUIRED passport holders

Application Process

eVisa

Most nationalities are eligible to apply for Cambodia eVisa. Approved eVisa is sent to the email or it can be downloaded from the eVisa portal. A copy of approved eVisa must be presented at the port of entry in Cambodia.

eVisa can be issued for stays up to 30 days, single entry only.

>>Application
Cambodia eVisa must be applied at the eVisa portal. It’s a 3 step process

• Create a user account
• Fill the application and pay the required visa fee
• Print/download the eVisa on approval

>>Documentation
While filling the online application, you must upload the following

• 1 passport size digital photo
• Scanned copy of passport Id page (optional)

>>Visa Fee
eVisa fee is $36 USD ($30 USD application fee plus $6 USD processing fee)

>>Processing Time
eVisa takes 3 business days to approve.

>>Priority Visa Service
There is no expedited service. You must wait for 3 business days to know the result.

>>Customer Service
eVisa portal has email and phone numbers for support. You can contact them on their email or phone.

Visa ON ARRIVAL

Most nationalities can avail visa ON ARRIVAL at all international airports and land border crossings at Thailand, Vietnam and Laos.

Visa ON ARRIVAL is issued for stays up to 30 days, single entry only. A 1-month extension is possible.

>>Application
On arrival in Cambodia, you would need to apply for Visa ON ARRIVAL. The procedure is fairly simple. Refer to the “Entry” section under “Immigration and Customs” below.

>>Visa Fee
Fee for Visa ON ARRIVAL is $30 USD.

Pre-approved visa from the consulate

The following passport holders are not eligible for eVisa or Visa ON ARRIVAL. Must apply for the visa at the nearest consulate in their home country or country of residence prior to arrival.

 
Note: Passport holders who are eligible for eVisa or Visa ON ARRIVAL can also apply for visa at the consulates if it’s easier and quicker for them.

>>Application
Apply at your nearest consulate general of Kingdom of Cambodia in person or by mail.

>>Documentation
The following documentation is required

• Completed visa application
• 1 current passport size photo
• Original passport

Additional documentation for the above 10 countries

• Employment letter or proof of self-employment/business
• Round trip airline tickets

>>Visa Fee
Visa fee is $35 USD.

>>Processing Time
Visas are typically processed within 5 business days. But the processing times vary from consulate to consulate.

>>Apply in person
You can apply for Cambodia visa in person at your nearest consulate.

>>Apply by mail
Cambodia visa can also be applied by mail. You must attach a self-addressed envelope to receive your passport and visa on approval.

>>Apply through visa/travel agency
Travel agents can apply for Cambodia visa on your behalf.

>>Priority visa service
There is no expedited visa service. Go to the consulate in person and see if they can expedite the process for you.

Immigration and Customs

Start

Most airlines do not let you check-in online if you need a visa to travel to the destination country.

If you check-in online or at the airport, either way, make sure to arrive at the gate a bit early and see the airline staff. They sometimes have to go through the visa requirements again and verify your documents.

Make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months from the day of travel.

Entry

>>Visa EXEMPT Passport holders
After arrival at the airport, head straight to the passport control.

>>Cambodia eVisa holders
Make sure to bring a print of the approved eVisa. After arrival, head straight to the eVisa area. You must present your eVisa.

You can enter Cambodia with eVisa at the following ports of entry

• Phnom Penh International Airport
• Seam Reap International Airport
• Thailand Land Borders
• Cham Yeam (Koh Kong)
• Poi Pet (Banteay Meanchey)
• Vietnam Land Borders
• Bavet (Svay Rieng)

>>Visa ON ARRIVAL
After arrival, head to the “Visa on Arrival” area. Grab a copy of the application form. Fill all the details in the application form.

You will see two lines/counters. One to submit the documents and another to pick up the passport. Head to the first counter and submit the following

1. Completed Arrival-Departure card
2. Completed customs form
3. Completed application form
4. 1 passport size photo
5. Passport

Go to the second line and wait till they call your name. You will then pay the visa fee and pick up your passport. Visa fee must be paid in USD.

Single Entry, 30 days – $30 USD

Important: Make sure to bring $30 USD in cash (in US dollars). The ATMs at the Visa on Arrival doesn’t work. They often timeout. There are no currency exchanges.

Proof of onward ticket, hotel booking or bank statements will not be asked to show. But, having a copy of at least the onward/return ticket will help if asked.

You will then go through the passport control. You must submit your Arrival-Departure card, give fingerprints and picture.

>> Pre-arranged visa from the consulate
After arrival, head straight to passport control.

Exit

You must go through passport control on exiting Cambodia. You must retain the depart card that was stapled to your passport on arrival. You must fill departure card before heading to the passport control. You will not be asked any questions unless you have overstayed your visa. Passport control is fairly quick, about 10-15 minutes depending on the airport/border.

Return

You may have to go through immigration and customs on your return at your home country or the country you are flying back to. If you are flying back on an Airbus A330/A340/A380 or Boeing 747/777, expect long lines at the immigration and customs.

Overall

Cambodia visa requirements are clear and straight forward. Cambodia has an excellent visa on arrival policy offering visa on arrival to most nationalities in the world. If you are planning a trip to South East Asia, make sure to add Cambodia to your itinerary.

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