Cambodia Travel Guide

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Shopping

Visitors to Cambodia have a tendency to leave with bulkier luggage than on arrival: the country’s markets are heavy with potential souvenirs, ranging from silks, textiles and statues to carvings, silverwork and Buddhist artworks. Unique to Cambodia is the omnipresent krama (a unisex checked scarf usually made of cotton), while silk can be bought either by the length, or in the form of scarves and other garments. Jewelry, ceramics, clothing, CDs and DVDs are widespread in city markets (try Phnom Penh Central Market as a starting point) – go prepared to haggle.

Shopping hours: Daily 0800-2000.

Currency

Riel (KHR; symbol CR). Notes are in denominations of CR100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500, 200 and 100.

Currency Exchange

US Dollars are widely exchangeable and can often be used as payment in their own right. Thai Baht can be easily exchanged close to the Thai border, but other currencies are generally only recognized at banks.

Credit Cards, Debit Cards, and ATMs

Credit cards are now more widely accepted in upmarket hotels, shops and restaurants catering to visitors. There are ATMs in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville. It is always best to carry cash (US Dollars if necessary) in small denominations.

Travelers Checks

Limited acceptance. Traveller's checks are generally not recommended. Traveller's checks in US Dollars can be changed at banks and some hotels, but can be difficult to change outside major cities.

Currency Restrictions

The import and export of local currency is prohibited. Foreign currency may be exported up to the limit declared at customs on arrival.

Banking Hours

Mon-Fri 0800-1500. Some banks are open on Saturdays 0800-1130.

Exchange Rate