Most travellers to Cambodia use the electronic visa obtained online, or a visa on arrival at the main entry points. The embassy points applicants to the official portal and handles the categories that system does not cover.
Quick facts
The category worth knowing about is the one for people of Khmer origin holding foreign passports. It is designed for the diaspora and is a different proposition from an ordinary tourist visa, so ask about it rather than defaulting to the standard route.
Fees breakdown
| Item | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electronic visa | Published tariff | Through the official portal |
| Visa on arrival | Published tariff | At designated entry points |
| Visa for people of Khmer origin | Published tariff | Ask the embassy |
| Extension of stay | Charged in Cambodia | Immigration department |
| Consular visa | Published tariff | Money order to the embassy |
Not every land crossing accepts an electronic visa, so check that the specific border post you intend to use is on the approved list before travelling.
How to apply
- Decide between the electronic visa, a visa on arrival, and a consular application.
- Use only the official government portal, not a reseller.
- Check that your intended entry point accepts the visa type you hold.
- For people of Khmer origin, ask the embassy about the dedicated category.
- Pay consular applications by money order made out to the embassy.
- Extend your stay through the immigration department in Cambodia if needed.
Required documents
- Passport valid at least six months beyond arrival.
- Completed application and photograph.
- Return or onward ticket.
- Accommodation details.
- Proof of lawful residence in the United States for third-country nationals.
- Supporting letters for business and work categories.
Where to apply
Online through the official portal, on arrival at designated points, or at the embassy in Washington.
Additional notes
Children born abroad
A common question at the embassy is whether a Cambodian-American child travelling on a U.S. passport needs a visa. The answer depends on their documented status, which is covered on the citizenship page.
Only official portals
Many sites resell the Cambodian electronic visa at a markup. The government system publishes the real price.
Overstaying is charged daily
Penalties accumulate per day and are collected on departure.
Working needs the right visa
A tourist entry never authorises employment, and converting it afterwards is not always possible.