How to Get a Cambodia Visa on Arrival

If you’re heading to Cambodia in 2025 and want to get your visa sorted at the airport or land border, a Cambodia visa on arrival is still a great option. It’s quick, relatively simple, and available at most key entry points across the country.

We’ve used this option several times over the years, and in this guide, we’ve pulled together everything you need to know, based on our own experiences and the most up-to-date information available.

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Cambodia Visa Experience and Information Sources

Each time we’ve visited Cambodia – whether on holiday or while living in Siem Reap as digital nomads – we’ve opted for the visa on arrival. This post is based on our direct experiences, backed up with the latest official guidance from the Royal Embassy of Cambodia UK or US.

A Cambodia visa on arrival can be obtained at Phnom Penh or Siem Reap International Airports, or at several land-border crossings with Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam. You can find the full list of eligible checkpoints in the Royal Embassy’s Visa FAQs UK or US.

Types of Cambodia Visa on Arrival

There are two types of Cambodia visa on arrival. The different types cost a different amount as follows:

Cambodia Tourist Visa (T)

The single-entry Cambodia Tourist visa (T-class) costs US$30, is valid for 30 days and can be renewed once for a further 30 days without leaving the country.

Cambodia Ordinary Visa (E)

If you know you’ll be staying in Cambodia for longer than 60 days, don’t get a tourist visa. A renewable Cambodia Ordinary visa (E-class), also known as a Cambodia Business visa, is a better option. This single-entry Cambodia E-visa on arrival costs $30 and is again valid for 30 days, after which you can extend it.

Cambodia E-Arrival Card

From 1st January 2025, all travellers must submit a Cambodia Arrival card online before their trip to Cambodia.

The Cambodian e-Arrival Card immigration and health information form should be completed no later than 7 days before your trip to Cambodia. Whilst you can submit the online form earlier than this, you should note that the Cambodian government won’t process it until nearer your arrival date.

The simple steps to complete the Cambodia e-Arrival Card online are:

1. Complete e-Arrival Card: enter all required details, including standard personal data, passport details, and travel information; be sure to double-check that all the details are correct.
2. Pay the fee: use one of the available online payment methods to pay.
3. Check your email: after you’ve made the payment, check your email inbox for the confirmation.

Once you receive your confirmation email with your e-Arrival Card receipt, we recommend saving it to your phone and also printing a paper backup copy, as you may need to present this when you arrive in Cambodia.

Cambodia Visa on Arrival Requirements (Paper Form)

The previous traditional paper form process for a Cambodia Visa on Arrival is outlined below; however, be aware that from 1st September 2024, this was replaced by the E-Arrival card process detailed above for all flight arrivals. However, if entering Cambodia by land crossing, boat or through Sihanoukville airport, you will still need to use the paper-based forms until further notice, as detailed below.

To get a traditional Cambodia visa on arrival, you will need:

• A passport that is valid for six months or more.
• Two empty pages in your passport.
• A completed Cambodia visa application form, supplied on the plane, or at the airport or land border crossing.
• The visa fee mentioned above must be in US dollars.

Cambodia Visa on Arrival Process

The process for getting a Cambodia visa on arrival before heading off to your hotel, hostel or guesthouse couldn’t be simpler. You just need to hand the immigration staff your completed Cambodia visa on arrival form, passport and Cambodia visa fee. They’ll process your application in about five to ten minutes whilst you wait, then give your passport back. It will have the visa inside, and you’ll be good to go.

If you’re planning on staying for longer than two months, be sure to check you’ve been given the correct visa. An Ordinary (E-Class) visa should have an eight-digit number preceded by ‘EI’ on the left of the visa.

Visa on Arrival vs eVisa – Which to Choose in 2025?

If you’re not sure whether to apply for an eVisa in advance or get a visa on arrival, here’s a breakdown to help you decide.

Cambodia Visa on Arrival

• Available at most airports and major land borders
• Requires passport photo, cash payment ($30), and forms
• No pre-approval needed
• May involve queues, especially at peak times

Cambodia eVisa

• Apply online before your trip
• Usually processed within 3 working days
• Costs $36 (including processing fee)
• Valid at airports and select land borders
• Quicker on arrival, but not valid everywhere

We think that if you’re flying into Phnom Penh or Siem Reap and want to skip the visa queue, the eVisa is more convenient. If you’re travelling last-minute or overland, the visa on arrival works well – just come prepared with the right documents and cash

Overstaying Your Cambodia Visa

There is a $10 per day charge if you overstay your Cambodia visa, which you’ll have to pay when you leave the country. You may also be charged for a visa extension, but this doesn’t always happen.

It is permitted to overstay for up to 30 days; if you overstay for longer, you’ll not only be liable for the daily overstay charge, but you could also possibly be imprisoned, deported or face a ban on future travel to Cambodia.

Cambodia Visa Extensions and Work Permits

Tourist (T-Class) visas can be extended for one month without leaving the country. For subsequent renewals, you have to leave Cambodia and return in order to renew it.

Ordinary (E-Class) visas can be extended for 1, 3, 6, or 12 months by getting one of the new set of four E-class visas introduced in 2017. The 1 and 3-month extensions are single-entry and the 6 and 12-month extensions are multiple-entry.

Since September 4th 2017, the laws on long-term visa extensions have changed, and work permits are now needed to renew the 6-month and 12-month Ordinary (E-Class) visas. The 1 and 3-month (single entry) extensions can, however, still be extended indefinitely. The Business2Business Cambodia website has more information on getting a long-term extension for a Cambodia Visa. They also have details on how to get work permits.

Cambodia Visa on Arrival FAQs

Still have a few questions? Here are some quick answers to the most common things travellers want to know about getting a visa on arrival in Cambodia.

Can I still get a Cambodia visa on arrival in 2025?

Yes, visas on arrival are still available at most international airports and several land border crossings.

What documents do I need for a Cambodia visa on arrival?

A passport valid for at least six months, one passport-sized photo, and $30 in cash. Some entry points may provide forms onsite; others may require them in advance.

What’s the difference between the visa on arrival and the eVisa?

The visa on arrival requires no pre-application but may involve queues. The eVisa is processed online before travel and may save time at entry points that accept it.

How long is the Cambodia tourist visa valid for?

Tourist visas are valid for 30 days and can usually be extended once for another 30 days.

What’s the fine for overstaying a Cambodia visa?

For 2025, the fine is $10 per day overstayed, payable at departure.

Choosing a Cambodia Visa on Arrival or eVisa

The Cambodia visa on arrival is still a reliable and budget-friendly option in 2025, especially if you’re entering by land or booking a last-minute trip. Just double-check the requirements for your chosen entry point and bring the necessary documents and cash.

If you’re unsure whether to go for a visa on arrival or eVisa, scroll back up to our comparison section to help you choose the best fit for your travel plans. And don’t forget to browse our other Cambodia posts for more practical travel advice and inspiration.

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Disclaimer: Cambodia Visa and work permit requirements are always subject to change, sometimes at short notice, so be sure to check requirements with your embassy before travelling to or relocating to Cambodia.