Cambodia Travel Guide

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Passports and Visas

All visitors must have sufficient funds to cover their stay. An e-Visa can be applied for online (single entry tourist visas) that allows for stays of up to 30 days. See www.mfaic.gov.khfor more information. Otherwise, a visa can be issued on arrival for 30 days. One passport photo is required along with US$20 for a tourist visa or US%25 for a business visa.

Americans

US travelers must have a passport valid for six months and a holiday or business visa, which can be obtained on arrival for one month.

UK Nationals

UK travelers must have a passport valid for six months and a tourist or business visa, which can be obtained on arrival for one month.

Canadians

Canadians must have a passport valid for six months and a visa is required. A visa can be obtained on arrival, if travel is for tourist or business purposes for up to one month.

Australians

Australians must have a passport valid for six months and a visa is required. A visa can be obtained on arrival, if travel is for tourist or business purposes for up to one month.

South Africans

South African nationals must have a passport valid for six months and require a holiday or business visa, which can be obtained on arrival for one month.

Irish Nationals

Irish nationals must have a passport valid for six months and require a holiday or business visa, which can be obtained on arrival for one month.

New Zealanders

New Zealanders must have a passport valid for six months and require a business or tourist visa, which can be obtained on arrival for one month.

Healthcare

Malaria and dengue fever are common in Cambodia. Malaria prophylaxis is recommended for all areas and dengue fever, transmitted by mosquitoes, is prevalent especially in the heavily populated areas. Insect protection measures should be taken throughout the day. Travelers staying long-term, or for more than one month and who may engage in unprotected outdoor activities, should be vaccinated against Japanese Encephalitis. There have been outbreaks of bird flu with four deaths in Cambodia, and although the risk of contracting the disease is slight, travelers should avoid contact with domestic, wild and caged birds and ensure that all poultry and egg dishes are well cooked. Mains water is not suitable for drinking but bottled water is widely available. Avoid uncooked meat, unpeeled fruit, salads and food sold by street vendors, and don't drink beverages with ice. Medical facilities are poor, except for a few expensive private clinics in Phnom Penh. Treatment must be paid for with cash and health insurance is essential.

Safety

Cambodia remains one of the most heavily land-mined countries in the world. When hiking or visiting rural areas, travel with a local guide and never stray off the main paths. It is not advisable to travel anywhere at night. Caution should be taken in the capital, Phnom Penh, especially at night, as street crime is a problem, including around popular tourist nightspots in Phnom Penh. After dark there is also a risk of violent crime in Siem Reap and Sihanoukville. Visitors should be aware that bag snatching is becoming an increasing problem on tuk-tuks, motorcycle taxis and while walking in the main towns. Due to the large numbers of tourists involved in road accidents on motorcycles, police in Siem Reap have banned rental outlets from hiring motorcycles to tourists. There is some risk from terrorism due to continuing terrorist activity in South East Asia, and travelers are advised to be vigilant in public places and areas frequented by foreigners.