Cambodia Visa requirements for Visa on Arrival

Do I need a Visa to travel to Cambodia?

A Cambodia tourist visa is required for travel to the country unless you are Philipino, Malaysian, Singaporean, Vietnamese, Laotian or a returning Cambodian. While it is possible to apply for a visa in advance, it is often more convenient to apply and pay for a visa when you first arrive in the country.

How do I apply for the Cambodia Visa on arrival?

The usual way is to fill in the straightforward Cambodia Visa Application Form at the airport or border and pass over US$20 in cash and a passport sized photograph with your passport. The Cambodian Visa on arrival process is simple, routine and results in a tourist visa valid for 30 days. At peak arrival times in the high season this application procedure can drag on a little as your passport makes its way down a long line of uniformed officials. If you are keen to move quickly through the airport you can speak to us about ABOUTAsia's VIP fast-track arrival procedure at Siem Reap airport.

My passport is about to expire!

You must have a passport valid for a minimum of six months to accompany the Cambodian Visa on arrival application.

Can I apply for a Cambodian Visa online before I arrive?

You can now apply on-line for a Cambodia Visa. The process issues an electronic visa after around three days and costs US$5 more than a standard Visa for Cambodia. The e-visa is not currently valid at all land crossings, notably the Kaam Samnor crossing near Chau Doc (Vietnam) and the Steung Treng crossing from Laos. At this time we do NOT recommend using this electronic Cambodian Visa as there are reports of processing problems and fraud. Please check with us for the latest information.

Can I stay longer than 30 days in Cambodia?

You can get an extension for a maximum further 30 days through the Department of Immigration, or apply for a business visa on arrival, which can be extended for up to 12 months. For the extension it is necessary usually to travel to Phnom Penh. Alternatively you can always leave and re-enter the country to restart the 30 day period.

Departure tax - Is there any departure tax when leaving the country?

Departure tax of US$25 is payable by everyone at the airport. Note: Pay the tax before you put your bags through the scanner (counter window on your right in Siem Reap airport). Otherwise you will be sent back from passport control to pay the departure tax and re-scan everything again. This tax is payable only in cash and only in US$ so spend your Riels before you get to the airport - alternatively donate them to a worthy cause, such as our rural schools projects.