Cambodia Entry Requirements

Visa, immigration, and customs information

Cambodia welcomes millions of visitors each year drawn by iconic Angkor Wat, lively cambodia nightlife, idyllic cambodia beaches and world-famous cambodia food. Entry is straightforward: most travelers need either a visa-free stamp, an e-visa obtained online before departure, or a visa-on-arrival. Immigration counters at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville airports plus all overland borders issue 30-day tourist visas. Lines move quickly if paperwork is ready, but arriving with printed documents, exact USD cash and a completed arrival card keeps the process smooth. Always check the best time to visit cambodia (November–March) and buy cambodia travel insurance before you fly. Visitors should note that while Cambodia is generally safe, petty theft occurs; keep copies of your passport, visa and covid vaccination card. ATMs and money-changers are available airside, yet having $30–50 in small dollar bills speeds up visa fees, taxis and that first plate of cambodia food. Finally, confirm onward tickets and hotel reservations—immigration occasionally asks for proof of accommodation and departure.

Visa Requirements

Entry permissions vary by nationality. Find your category below.

Cambodia offers three visa tracks: visa-free for ASEAN nationals, e-visa/VOA for most Western visitors, and embassy visas for a handful of countries.

Visa-Free Entry

14–30 days depending on nationality

Citizens of all ASEAN member states plus a few additional neighbors may enter without a visa for tourism or business.

Includes

Brunei Indonesia Laos Malaysia Philippines Singapore Thailand Vietnam Myanmar Seychelles

Entry is granted at any checkpoint; no prior application needed. Extensions possible through immigration department.

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA/eVisa)

30 days

Nationals of approximately 220 countries—including the US, UK, EU, Australia, Canada, China, India, Japan, South Korea and New Zealand—may apply online for a single-entry tourist e-visa or obtain a visa-on-arrival.

Includes

United States United Kingdom Germany France Australia Canada Japan South Korea China India Russia Brazil South Africa Mexico Saudi Arabia UAE

How to Apply: Apply at www.evisa.gov.kh; upload passport scan and photo; pay by credit card. Processing 3 business days. Print the e-visa letter and present it at immigration.
Cost: USD 36 (including processing fee)

e-Visa accepted at Phnom Penh & Siem Reap airports plus Cham Yeam, Poipet and Bavet land borders. You may also queue for visa-on-arrival at the same price if you prefer not to apply online.

Visa Required

30 days (extendable)

A small number of countries must secure a visa in advance from a Cambodian embassy or consulate; visa-on-arrival is not offered.

How to Apply: Apply at nearest Cambodian embassy with passport, photo, flight booking and fee (varies by mission). Allow 5–7 working days.

List subject to change—confirm with embassy. Nationals of Afghanistan, Algeria, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Sudan and Syria currently need pre-approval letters arranged by sponsors or tour operators.

Arrival Process

Expect two quick stops—immigration then customs—whether you land at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap or arrive overland from Thailand, Laos or Vietnam.

Arrival Card & Health Form

Flight attendants or border kiosks hand out the柬埔寨 arrival/departure card and a health declaration; complete them before queuing.

Immigration Control

Present passport, e-visa printout (or pay $30 cash for VOA), arrival card and (if asked) proof of onward travel. Officer scans fingerprints and keeps arrival portion of card.

Baggage & Customs

Collect luggage and proceed to green/red channel. Officers randomly scan bags; have receipts ready for new electronics or excess alcohol/tobacco.

Documents to Have Ready

Passport valid ≥6 months with one blank page

Required at check-in and immigration.

e-Visa approval letter or USD 30 cash for VOA + $1–2 processing tip

Present at visa counter before immigration desk.

Return/onward ticket

Occasionally requested to prove you will leave within 30 days.

Tips for Smooth Entry

Carry small USD notes—immigration and taxis rarely give change in riel.

Photocopy your passport data page and e-visa; keep copies separate from originals.

Download the Pedal or PassApp ride-hailing apps before exiting the airport to avoid overpriced taxis.

Customs & Duty-Free

Cambodia allows reasonable personal effects duty-free; declare cash, electronics or professional gear exceeding set limits.

Alcohol

2 liters of wine spirits OR 1 bottle wine + 6 cans beer

Must be 18+ years; opened bottles count toward limit.

Tobacco

200 cigarettes OR 20 cigars OR 250 g tobacco

Additional packs subject to 30% duty.

Currency

USD 10,000 (or equivalent) declaration threshold

Fill customs form section; large sums may be questioned.

Gifts/Goods

Total value USD 300 per person

New items in original packaging; personal jewelry and used electronics usually waved through.

Prohibited Items

Narcotics and recreational drugs—severe prison sentences
Weapons & ammunition including replicas and tasers
Pornographic material in print or digital form
Cultural artifacts without Ministry of Culture permit

Restricted Items

Drones—require Ministry of Post & Telecommunications permit before arrival
Plants, seeds, pets—need phytosanitary/veterinary certificates
Satellite phones—must be declared and registered

Health Requirements

No vaccinations are compulsory for entry unless arriving from yellow-fever endemic zones, but several are strongly advised.

Required Vaccinations

Yellow Fever (only if arriving from endemic country within 12 days)

Recommended Vaccinations

Hepatitis A & B
Typhoid
Japanese Encephalitis (rural travel)
Tetanus-Diphtheria
Rabies (pre-exposure for long-stay volunteers)
Routine MMR & flu

Health Insurance

Cambodia does not mandate travel health insurance, but medical evacuation costs are high; complete cambodia travel insurance covering adventure activities is strongly recommended.

Current Health Requirements: COVID-19 vaccination certificates and testing are no longer required as of 2023, but airlines or transit countries may impose their own rules—check before flying.

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Important Contacts

Essential resources for your trip.

Embassy/Consulate

Find your country's embassy or consulate

Check your government's travel advisory website

Immigration Authority

General Department of Immigration, www.evisa.gov.kh

For visa applications and official information

Emergency

Police 117, Fire & Ambulance 118

Tourist police hotline 012 942 484 (English & French spoken)

Special Situations

Additional requirements for specific circumstances.

Traveling with Children

Bring unabridged birth certificate; if only one parent is present, carry notarized consent letter from the other parent or custody documents.

Traveling with Pets

Dogs & cats need rabies vaccination ≥21 days pre-arrival, veterinary health certificate endorsed by home country authority, and import permit from Cambodia’s Department of Animal Health (apply 10 days ahead).

Extended Stays

Tourist visas can be extended once for 30 days (USD 45) at immigration offices in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap. For longer stays apply for an EB (business), EG (retirement) or student visa; multiple-entry visas require sponsorship.

Frequently Asked Questions

cambodia travel visa

Most visitors can get a Cambodia visa on arrival at airports and land borders, or apply online for an e-visa before traveling. The tourist visa (T class) costs $30 USD on arrival or $36 USD for an e-visa, and is valid for 30 days with a single entry. You'll need a passport valid for at least 6 months and one passport photo. The e-visa is processed within 3 business days and accepted at major entry points including Phnom Penh and Siem Reap airports.

cambodia visa for indians

Indian passport holders can obtain a Cambodia visa on arrival at international airports and most land borders for $30 USD, or apply for an e-visa online at www.evisa.gov.kh for $36 USD. The process is straightforward and doesn't require any pre-approval or sponsorship letter. Make sure you bring one passport photo and have your passport valid for at least 6 months from your entry date.

cambodia travel requirements

To enter Cambodia, you need a passport valid for at least 6 months, a visa (available on arrival or online), and proof of onward travel may be requested. As of recent updates, COVID-19 vaccination certificates and testing are no longer required, but we recommend checking the latest health requirements before your trip as policies can change. You should also have travel insurance, though it's not mandatory for entry.

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