Cambodia Visa Guide 2026: Which Visa to Get, What It Costs, and How Not to Get Stuck

Let’s be honest: Cambodia has one of the friendliest visa systems in Southeast Asia. Almost everyone gets a visa on arrival, extensions happen without a single embassy visit, and you never have to do a “visa run” if you set things up right on day one. The catch? That “day one” decision matters more than most people realise. Grab a coffee and let’s walk through it.

Step 1: Pick the Right Visa at the Border

When you land at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap-Angkor, or cross overland, you’ll see two options on the arrival form. They look almost identical. They are not.

If there’s even a 10% chance you’ll stay beyond two months, pay the extra $5 and take the E visa. Bring two passport photos (4×6 cm), a passport with at least six months validity and one blank page, and crisp US dollars. Torn or marked bills get rejected at the counter.

What about the e-Visa?

The official e-Visa at evisa.gov.kh costs $30 plus a $6 processing fee ($36 total) and is tourist-class only. It’s handy for skipping the arrival queue, but remember: it’s still a T visa with the same dead end. Also, avoid the copycat websites charging $60+; only the .gov.kh domain is official.

Step 2: Understand the E-Visa Family

Since 2017, the E visa splits into sub-classes when you extend. You choose the one that matches your situation.

• EB (Business): The workhorse. For employees, freelancers, and business owners. Extensions of 1, 3, 6 or 12 months. Agents will now ask for an employment letter, company registration, or your work permit.