Cambodia

The passport ranking for Cambodia is 88th in the world. Still, Cambodian citizens can enjoy a lot of opportunities when travelling abroad. There are various visa application methods for Cambodians, including traditional visa, eVisa, Electronic Travel Authorizations (ETA), Visa on Arrival (VoA), and sometimes visa-free based on the destination.

Right now, 58 countries offer an eVisa or an eTA, and 26 countries offer a VoA option to Cambodian Passport holders. Additionally, there are 17 countries that offer visa-free entry to Cambodians.

Whether the visa is required or not, the Cambodian nationals must have a passport valid for at least six (6) months from the entry date. 

There are still some countries that only allow Cambodians to apply for a traditional visa. In that case, the travellers must visit the embassy of the respective country. Some embassies or consulates may allow online applications. So, it’s always best to check the policy of your destination country before applying.

If the destination country offers eVisa and eTA, it simply eliminates the hassle of visiting an embassy. In both cases, you can apply online and get a fast approval. So what are the differences between eVisa and eTA?

An eVisa is a fully digital travel document. You can get it after submitting an online application, paying the fee, and uploading the required documents. Once approved, it’s sent to the applicant by email. Travellers can either show a printed copy or the downloaded soft copy on their phone during immigration.

An Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), on the other hand, is not a visa but a pre-entry authorization for travel. It’s linked directly to applicants’ passports and allows them to board their flights without any additional paperwork.

An eTA comes with a specified timeframe to get the visa. If an applicant fails to get the visa within the timeframe, the eTA expires. In that case, they must reapply for a new eTA.

Here’s the list of countries that offer eVisas and eTAs to Cambodians:

A Visa on Arrival (VoA) is obtained directly at the destination’s border or airport. So, Cambodian travellers can apply for a VoA after arriving at their destination country.

Remember, the policy of a VoA can be changed anytime by the immigration authorities. It’s always best to check the recent policy for your destination country before travelling.

Here’s the list of countries that offer VoA to Cambodians:

With a passport ranking 88th, Cambodians have limited visa-free access. Still, they can travel to 17 countries without a visa. Here’s the list of countries that offer visa-free entry to Cambodians:

For many destinations, Cambodian citizens must still apply for a traditional visa. This typically requires visiting the embassy or consulate, submitting supporting documents, attending interviews and waiting for the approval.

However, some countries allow online applications and scheduling for traditional visas too. It’s important to check the policy and requirements of your destination country’s embassy.

Here’s the list of countries that offer only a traditional visa / a stamped visa / a sticker visa to Cambodians:

The visa requirements are almost the same for all countries and nationals. Here are the requirements that Cambodian citizens must meet while applying for a visa:

• Valid Passport: A valid Cambodian passport with at least six (6) months’ validity from the entry date.
• Visa Application Form: Fill out a visa application form. For eVisas and eTAs, Cambodians can fill out the form online. For traditional visas, they must fill out an offline form at the embassy or consulate. In this stage, applicants must submit the required documents and travel information as per the requirements.
• Photograph: One or more recently captured (within three months) passport-size photos with a white background. The face must be clearly visible in the photographs.
• Flight Tickets: Proof of travel, including flight bookings and return tickets may be required by some countries.
• Proof of Accommodation/Stay: As proof of the traveller’s accommodation, they might need to provide the booking confirmation or the address where the traveller is staying. It can be a hotel, hostel, or the home of their relatives or friends. 

With your Cambodian passport, you can visit 198 countries with or without a visa. You can check the country list from above.

As the Cambodian passport is ranked 88th, you can visit only 17 countries without a visa with this passport. You can check the list of visa-free countries at the top.

The best way to prove Cambodian citizenship is by providing a valid Cambodian passport or an official Cambodian national identity card.

Yes, Cambodians can have dual citizenship and have passports from both countries. However, you’ll still be recognised as a Cambodian citizen in court proceedings.