Cambodia eVisa
Apply for your Cambodia eVisa online before you travel — upload a photo and passport scan, then receive an approval letter by email for smooth arrival checks.
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What Is the Cambodia eVisa?
The Cambodia eVisa is Cambodia’s official electronic visa (often called the “e‑Visa” or “Electronic Visa”) that lets eligible travelers apply online instead of visiting an embassy. According to the Royal Embassy of Cambodia (UK), the e‑Visa was introduced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation in April 2006 to support tourism, and it is operated by the Ministry’s E‑Visa Office. The application is submitted through the official government platform at www.evisa.gov.kh.
To apply, you complete the online form, upload a clear passport biodata scan and a recent passport-style photo, and pay the government fee online. Once approved, you receive an e‑Visa approval letter/certificate by email. Cambodia authorities advise travelers to print the approved document and carry it with the same passport used in the application, as immigration will verify the details on arrival. Processing times vary by volume; DoVisa helps you submit accurately with expert checks and email delivery tracking.
Your visa is still subject to standard border procedures. The Cambodia eVisa is a visa (not an arrival card), and it does not replace other mandatory entry formalities. A major recent change: Cambodia implemented the electronic e‑Arrival Card on 1 September 2024 for air arrivals at key international airports, replacing paper immigration/health/customs forms; it must be submitted within 7 days prior to arrival via arrival.gov.kh. Also note Cambodia’s registration rules: lodging providers typically register guests via the FPCS system; some travelers may need to self-register depending on where they stay.
For a full, up-to-date overview of entry rules, see Cambodia visa information and always cross-check the official portal at evisa.gov.kh before booking. When you’re ready, Apply for your Cambodia eVisa now.
Who Needs the Cambodia eVisa?
Who Needs It
- Most foreign nationals traveling to Cambodia for short stays who want to obtain a visa in advance online
- Tourism and short business visits when an electronic visa option is appropriate for your itinerary
- Children and minors (a parent/guardian submits a separate application for each traveler)
- Travelers entering Cambodia by air who prefer to arrive with an approved visa document ready for inspection
Who Is Exempt
- Cambodian nationals traveling on a Cambodian passport
- Visa-exempt travelers (for example, some ASEAN nationals) when entering with a valid national passport under Cambodia’s visa exemption arrangements
- Diplomatic/official passport holders traveling on official duty when exempt under Cambodia’s rules
- Airline and vessel crew members on active duty (subject to carrier/immigration procedures)
Cambodia Entry Requirements & Restrictions
Passport validity & condition
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival and be undamaged and complete. Entry is normally refused for damaged passports. See GOV.UK entry requirements.
Yellow fever certificate (when applicable)
You must show a yellow fever vaccination certificate if arriving from a country listed as a transmission risk. Health guidance is summarized at GOV.UK and traveler health context at CDC Cambodia.
Electronic arrival card requirement (air arrivals)
If entering by air at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, or Sihanoukville, submit the e‑Arrival Card within 7 days before arrival via arrival.gov.kh, as noted by GOV.UK.
Currency declaration rules
The import/export of local currency (Riel) is prohibited. Foreign currency amounts over US 10,000 must be declared on entry, per U.S. Department of State.
Airport prohibited items (aviation security)
Cambodia Airports lists prohibited items for checked baggage such as explosives, ammunition, firecrackers, electronic cigarettes, and other hazardous materials. Review Cambodia Airports prohibited items before packing.
Travel Tips for Cambodia Visitors
Cambodia combines major heritage sites like Angkor, riverfront city life in Phnom Penh, and beach escapes near Sihanoukville. Most international arrivals enter through Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH), Siem Reap International Airport (REP), or Sihanouk International Airport (KOS). If you plan to travel overland, monitor border conditions closely—some advisories note periodic closures and heightened caution along the Thailand border.
- Currency: Cambodian Riel (KHR) is the official currency; USD is widely used for many tourist services, but carry small notes and expect change in KHR.
- Language: Khmer is official; English is common in hotels, tour desks, and larger restaurants in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.
- Time zone: Cambodia runs on GMT+7 year-round (no daylight saving).
- Submit the e‑Arrival Card: For air arrivals, complete it within 7 days before landing to avoid last-minute queues at immigration.
- Keep documents secure: Petty theft (phone/bag snatching) is frequently reported in tourist areas—use a crossbody bag and keep your passport locked away when possible.
- Plan temple visits early: Angkor complex days start hot—aim for sunrise sessions and bring water, sun protection, and respectful clothing for temples.
- Landmine awareness: Stay on marked paths in rural/remote areas and use a local guide where advised, especially outside established tourist zones.
- ATM & card caution: Use ATMs inside banks or well-lit areas and check transactions—some travel advisories warn about card/ATM fraud.
"Applied for the Cambodia eVisa for a Siem Reap trip and got the approval letter by email with clear print instructions. Immigration at REP was quick once I showed the paper copy."
"The online application checklist helped me upload the right passport scan on the first try. Airline staff checked my approval letter at departure, and entry at PNH was smooth."
"All good overall. I appreciated the reminder to complete Cambodia’s e‑Arrival Card within 7 days before landing, so we didn’t have to deal with it at the airport."
"Used DoVisa for the Cambodia eVisa before a short business visit. Support flagged a blurry photo and I re-uploaded it—approval arrived well before my flight."
"Used the Cambodia eVisa through DoVisa. Straightforward process for our beach break near Sihanoukville. Printed the approval letter and carried it with the same passport—immigration at KOS accepted it without questions."
"Fast turnaround and clear steps. The confirmation email was easy to save offline, which helped when airport Wi‑Fi was slow at check-in."
"Everything worked, but I had to resize my headshot to meet the upload rules. After that, the approval letter came through and I printed it for arrival."
"Minor delay compared with the estimate, but it still arrived before my travel date. Customer support replied quickly and confirmed my file was in the right format."
"Great for a family application—separate submissions for each traveler were easy to track. Immigration at Phnom Penh was organized and the printed letters were accepted."
"Loved how clear the form fields were (hotel address, flight date, passport details). Took the printed approval letter and sailed through entry formalities."
"Applied for the Cambodia eVisa for a Siem Reap trip and got the approval letter by email with clear print instructions. Immigration at REP was quick once I showed the paper copy."
"The online application checklist helped me upload the right passport scan on the first try. Airline staff checked my approval letter at departure, and entry at PNH was smooth."
"All good overall. I appreciated the reminder to complete Cambodia’s e‑Arrival Card within 7 days before landing, so we didn’t have to deal with it at the airport."
Cambodia eVisa: Frequently Asked Questions
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- GOV.UK — Cambodia Entry Requirements (passport validity, e-Arrival Card, visas)
- Royal Embassy of Cambodia (UK) — Apply e-visa (history and official portal reference)
- Official Cambodia e-Visa application portal (government platform)
- Cambodia e-Arrival Card official portal
- CDC — Cambodia Traveler View (health recommendations)
- U.S. Department of State — Cambodia International Travel Information (currency rules and entry facts)
- Government of Canada — Travel advice and advisories for Cambodia
- Singapore MFA — Cambodia travel advisory (e-Arrival Card details and entry/exit notes)