eVisa — Kingdom of Cambodia (Official Government Website)
Excerpt: This post explains how to apply for an official Cambodia e-Visa via the government’s portal (https://www.evisa.gov.kh). It covers visa types, fees, processing times, required documents, accepted entry points, how to check or change an application, and safety tips to avoid fraud.
What is the Cambodia e-Visa?
The Cambodia e-Visa is an official electronic visa issued by the Royal Government of Cambodia that allows eligible foreign nationals to enter Cambodia for tourism (and some business) purposes after completing an online application. Applicants receive an e-visa approval certificate by email which they must present at immigration on arrival.
Visa Types & Key Facts
- Tourist e-Visa (Type T / Tourist): single entry for tourism, normally valid for entry within three (3) months from issue and permits a stay up to 30 days.
- Business e-Visa (Type E / Business): available as specified on the official portal (check details on the site for eligibility and documentation).
- Fee (typical): USD 35 (official site lists the standard e-Visa fee). Fees are subject to change — confirm on the official portal before payment.
- Processing time: official processing time is commonly quoted as up to 3 business days — expedited options may not be offered on the government portal; plan ahead.
Where can you enter Cambodia with an e-Visa?
Holders of an official e-Visa may enter Cambodia through designated international ports of entry including major international airports and selected land border crossings and seaports. Check the official website for the current list of accepted entry points before you travel.
Required documents & basic eligibility
Typical requirements for the e-Visa application include:
- A passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of arrival
- At least one blank passport page (for stamping if needed)
- A recent passport-style photo (digital upload format as specified on the portal)
- A valid email address to receive the e-visa approval certificate
- Payment by the methods accepted on the official portal (credit/debit card or as specified)
How to apply — step-by-step (official process)
- Open the official e-Visa website: https://www.evisa.gov.kh.
- Choose the appropriate visa type (Tourist or Business) and start a new application.
- Complete the secure online application form with accurate personal and passport data.
- Upload the required digital passport photo and any supporting documents (for business visas or special categories).
- Review your application carefully (typos or incorrect passport details may cause problems at arrival).
- Pay the visa fee through the site’s secure payment gateway.
- Wait for the official approval email (allow up to 3 business days for processing, though times may vary).
- Print or download the e-visa approval certificate and carry it with your passport when traveling to Cambodia. Present it at immigration upon arrival.
Checking or changing your application
The e-Visa portal provides options to check application status and to request corrections if you identify errors. If you need to update critical details after submission, follow the portal’s guidance or contact the e-Visa administrator via the official contact channels listed on the site.
Important safety notes — avoid fraud
Only use the official government portal (evisa.gov.kh). Do not pay third-party websites that impersonate the official service; the Ministry publishes lists of known fraudulent/unauthorized e-visa pages. If you have doubts, contact the Royal Embassy or the official e-Visa support contacts before making payments. Keep copies of your transaction receipts and the approval email.
At immigration — what to present
On arrival present the following to the immigration officer:
- Valid passport (with required validity)
- Printed or digital copy of the official e-Visa approval certificate
- Return or onward ticket and evidence of sufficient funds if requested
Extensions and overstays
An e-Visa generally permits a specified stay (commonly up to 30 days for tourist e-visas). If you need to extend your stay beyond the visa validity, contact the Immigration Department of Cambodia or an authorized visa office well before your visa expires. Avoid overstaying, as penalties or removal procedures may apply.
Contact & help
For official help and the most current guidance use the contact options on the official portal. If the e-Visa site is temporarily unavailable, consult the nearest Royal Cambodian Embassy or Consulate for assistance and avoid paying any private intermediaries who promise guaranteed approvals.
Official references & further reading
- Visa type details — evisa.gov.kh
- Application process — evisa.gov.kh
- Start an application — evisa.gov.kh
- About the e-Visa portal — evisa.gov.kh
- Royal Embassy of Cambodia — official notices and fraud warnings about third-party sites.
