A visa is an indication that the person holding the document is allowed to enter the country that issued it.  However, the possession of a visa is not in itself a guarantee of entry.  Rather, the issuing country may rescind a visa at any time.  The primary purpose of a visa is to enable the host country to substantiate the identity of the visa applicant before their entry into the country. 

 

Cambodian Tourist Visas

 

Cambodia is a frequent travel destination for tourists.  Cambodia requires that United States travelers show a valid passport and a valid Cambodian visa when entering the country.  In order to attain a Cambodian tourist visa, you must submit an application to the Royal Embassy of Cambodia.

 

United States citizens may apply for tourist visas that are valid for three months starting from the issue date, and authorize the holder for a single entry for a length of 30 days.  The visa may be extended after entering Cambodia for a maximum period of one month for the cost of $25.

 

There are currently five valid ports of entry to Cambodia, and you can pick up your visa upon entering the country.  The five ports of entry are: Phnomh Penh International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, Cham Yeam, Poi Pet, and Bavet.  

 

How to Apply

 

In order to qualify for a Cambodian tourist visa, you have to first fill out the application, which can be found online.  After the application has been completed you must print, sign, and mail (or hand deliver) it to the Royal Embassy of Cambodia:

 

4530 16th Street, NW

Washington, DC 20011

 

The regular processing time for a Cambodian tourist visa is three business days. 

In addition to the application form, the following is required of the applicant:

 

Passport - Your original passport must have a minimum validity of six months from the date of application and have one visa page left blank.

 

Photographs – One recent, two square-inch photo must be attached to the application form. 

 

Fees – A Cambodian Tourist Visa requires only a $20 fee for adults.  Children under twelve years old who are traveling with their parents will be provided a visa free of charge.  All visa fees and shipping charges must be paid via money order or company check, made payable to the Royal Embassy of Cambodia (Consular Section).  Personal checks are also accepted.

 

Copies of the flight itinerary are also required.  If the applicant is not a U.S. citizen, but a legal permanent resident of the United States, then he or she must provide a photocopy of their Green Card, both front and back sides. 

 

If the applicant requests that their passport be returned by mail after mailing in their application, a prepaid envelope for certified mail, Express mail, FedEx, UPS, Airborne or DHL must be included as well.  The sender and receiver’s name and address must be the same as the name on the passport and application.  (To further clarify – do NOT put the Embassy of Cambodia down as the sender).

 

For further information, including information about points of interest, please contact the Cambodian Embassy.