Cambodia Travel Guide

Passports

Country	Passport Required	Visa Required	Return Ticket Required
Canadian	Yes	Yes	No
USA	Yes	Yes	No
Other EU	Yes	Yes	No
British	Yes	Yes	No
Australian	Yes	Yes	No

A visa (and passport) is required for entry by nationals from Britain, Australia, Canada, USA and EU countries. There is no need to provide proof of a return air ticket or similar. The standard tourist visa allows entry for up to one month. At the Cambodian Embassy in London, this visa is priced at £15 – processing times vary from three working days (if dropped off and picked up in person) to seven to ten working days (if by postal application).

Visas

Required by all nationals referred to in chart above.

Note: Visitors arriving by air can obtain a visa for stays of up to 30 days on arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport, Phnom Penh or Siem Reap International Airport, Angkor. Visas are also available from Immigration at the border posts of Bavet, Poi Pet and Koh Kong. Visitors are advised to check current situation before traveling. E-Visas are only valid for entry via Phnom Penh International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, Cham Yeam land border, Poi Pet land border and Bavet land border.

Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see Important Addresses).

Visa Note

Applications by post will only be accepted through a recognized visa courier. For further details, contact the nearest consulate (or consular section of embassy). Applications should included a self-addressed envelope for the return of passports.

Nationals flying in to Phnom Penh or Siem Reap International Airport will be able to apply for a 30-day visa on arrival in Cambodia.

Types of Visa and Cost

Tourist (single-entry): £15 (£30 for express); Business (single-entry): £20 (£40 for express); Transit: £10 (£20 for express); E-Visa: US$20 plus an additional US$5 handling fee. Express visas are issued within 24 hours.

Validity

All visas are valid for a one month period, and visas issued by the embassy must be used within three months of date of issue. Extensions of up to one extra month for Tourist visas or one, three, six or 12 months for Business visas (which can be multiple) may be granted by the Immigration Department Office in Phnom Penh.

Applications to:

Consulate (or consular section of embassy); see Important Addresses.

Visitors can also apply for an electronic visa (e-Visa) online through the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs & International Cooperation (www.mfaic.gov.kh). At present, visitors traveling on an e-Visa must enter Cambodia at either Phnom Penh International Airport or Siem Reap International Airport. The e-visa can also be used to enter Cambodia from Cham Yeam or Poi Pet in Thailand as well as Bavet in Vietnam. Tourists on package tours will normally have their visas arranged by the tour operator.

Working Days Required

Five from day of receipt of application form. Express visas are issued within 24 hours. E-Visas are issued within three working days; the visa is delivered electronically to the applicant's mailbox.

Travel Warnings

Typhoon Ketsana passed Vietnam (in central provinces such as Da Nang, Quang Ngai and surrounding areas), and moved across north of Cambodia and Laos. The storm resulted in casualties and damage to infrastructure. Travelers staying in an affected area, or planning to visit one, should continue to monitor the travel advice.

On 15 October 2008, fighting broke out along the disputed border area with Thailand near the Preah Vihear temple (Khao Pra Viharn in Thai) between Thai and Cambodian troops. There were further hostilities in April and in September there was a demonstration by Thai 'yellow-shirts' in the area. The majority of troops have reportedly been withdrawn by both sides. Travelers are advised against all travel to the temple area. Although talks continue between the two countries, tensions remain. Travelers should remain alert to the local situation when traveling in other border regions, and at land crossings between the two countries.

Outbreaks of Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) in Cambodia have led to a small number of human fatalities. As a precaution, travelers should avoid live animal markets, poultry farms and other places where they may come into close contact with domestic, caged or wild birds; and ensure poultry and egg dishes are thoroughly cooked.

There is a low threat from terrorism in Cambodia. But travelers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travelers. On 2 January 2009, three small explosive devices were found and safely detonated in Phnom Penh. Visitors should avoid demonstrations and political gatherings.

Cambodian registered and operated airlines do not meet international safety standards.

Travelers should be aware of the risk of robbery and other crime (including sexual offenses), particularly after dark, and take sensible precautions. Areas where crime levels have been relatively high in recent months include the riverfront area of Phnom Penh and the beaches and tourist areas of Sihanoukville. Travelers should be on their guard against pickpockets and bag snatchers, especially when traveling around the cities.

This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign & Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:

British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk

US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel

Health Care

Health insurance, including emergency evacuation, is absolutely essential. Doctors and hospitals expect cash payments for any medical treatment. The cost of medical evacuation is high. The hospital in Phnom Penh is reliable. It is suggested that any visitors bring adequate supplies of any essential personal medication, since that medication may not be available in Cambodia.

Vaccinations

Vaccination	Special Precaution
Diphtheria	Yes
Hepatitis A	Yes
Malaria	Yes
Rabies	Sometimes
Tetanus	Yes
Typhoid	Yes
Yellow Fever	No*

Special Notes

* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required by travelers arriving within 10 days from infected areas.