Home Arrow FAQ Arrow How long can a UK citizen stay in Cambodia?

How long can a UK citizen stay in Cambodia?

Initial Stay Duration

UK citizens need a visa to enter Cambodia and can stay for up to 30 days with either a tourist or business visa. Unlike some ASEAN nationals, British passport holders do not enjoy visa-free entry to Cambodia, so obtaining a visa is mandatory for all visits.

Visa Validity vs. Stay Duration

It's important to understand the difference between visa validity and permitted stay:

Visa Validity: The Cambodia visa is valid for 90 days (3 months) from the date of issue. This means you must enter Cambodia within this 3-month window.

Permitted Stay: Once you enter Cambodia, you can stay for a maximum of 30 days from your entry date, regardless of when the visa expires.

Entry Type: Tourist visas and initial business visas are single-entry, but business visa extensions of 6 or 12 months are issued as multiple-entry visas.

Extending Your Stay Beyond 30 Days

If you wish to stay longer than the initial 30 days, Cambodia offers extension options:

Tourist Visa Extension: You can extend your tourist visa for an additional 30 days. The extension must be applied for before your initial 30-day period expires.

Business Visa Extension: Business visas offer more flexible extension options and can be extended for:

  • 1 month
  • 3 months
  • 6 months
  • 12 months

Visa extensions are typically submitted through licensed visa agents in Cambodia, and the General Department of Immigration processes them.

Important Overstay Information

Overstaying your visa in Cambodia has serious consequences. If you overstay your visa, you can be fined, detained, and deported. Overstay fines in Cambodia are generally fixed at USD $10 per day for short overstays. Longer overstays may incur additional penalties and require formal processing before departure. If you overstay more than 30 days, you will need to leave Cambodia and pay the applicable fine at immigration.

How to Obtain Your Cambodia Visa

UK citizens have several options to obtain a Cambodia visa:

Cambodia eVisa (Recommended): Apply online through Cambodia Immigration Services, which provides convenient eVisa application services. The complete application process can be accessed at the Cambodia eVisa.

Tourist eVisa: USD $30 Business eVisa: USD $35 Processing time: 3-5 business days

Visa on Arrival: Available at all international airports and major land border crossings for USD $30 (tourist) or USD $35 (business).

Essential Entry Requirements

Passport Requirements: Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry into Cambodia and have at least one blank visa page for stamps.

Electronic Arrival Card: Since September 1, 2024, Cambodia implemented an electronic Arrival Card (e-Arrival Card) system. All travelers entering Cambodia by air must complete this online form before arrival. The e-Arrival Card is required for most travelers entering Cambodia by air, and it should be completed online before arrival.

Proof of Onward Travel: You may be asked to show evidence of departure from Cambodia, such as return or onward flight tickets.

Summary for UK Travelers

  • Initial stay: 30 days maximum with tourist or business visa
  • Visa validity: 90 days from issue date (must enter within this period)
  • Extensions: Available for additional 30 days (tourist) or longer periods (business)
  • Mandatory: eVisa or visa on arrival required before entry
  • Additional requirement: Electronic Arrival Card must be completed online

To ensure a smooth entry and stay in Cambodia, UK citizens should apply for their visa well in advance through Cambodia Immigration Services, complete the mandatory e-Arrival Card, and ensure all documents meet the requirements. If you plan to stay longer than 30 days, consider applying for a business visa initially, as it offers more flexible extension options.

Related Articles

View more Arrow
Live chat
COOKIE SETTINGS