How Long is a Visa to Cambodia From Australia Valid For?

Understanding visa validity periods is crucial for Australian travelers planning their Cambodia trip. The validity of a Cambodia visa for Australian citizens depends on the type of visa and application method chosen. Here's a comprehensive, detailed guide to Cambodia visa validity periods specifically for Australian passport holders.

Quick Answer: Cambodia Visa Validity for Australians

Tourist Visa (T-Class):

• Valid for entry: 3 months from issue date
• Stay duration: 30 days from entry date
• Single entry only
• In most cases, Australian tourists with a 30-day Cambodia visa (including the eVisa) can apply for a one-time 30-day extension inside Cambodia, for a total stay of up to 60 days. However, extensions are not automatic – you must apply at the Immigration Department in Phnom Penh or through a licensed visa agent, and approval always depends on current regulations and your individual case.

Business Visa (E-Class):

• Valid for entry: 3 months from issue date
• Initial stay: 30 days from entry date
• Single entry initially
• Can be extended for 1, 3, 6, or 12 months multiple times

The key concept: There are TWO different validity periods Australian travelers must understand - the "valid for entry" period and the "duration of stay" period.

Understanding Two Types of Validity

Validity Period 1: Valid for Entry (Issue to Entry)

This is the timeframe you have to ENTER Cambodia after your visa is approved.

For Australian travelers:

• Cambodia eVisa is valid for 3 months from the issue date
• You must enter Cambodia within this 3-month window
• The visa expires if not used within 3 months
• No refund if you don't use it within validity period

Example:

• Visa issued: January 1, 2025
• Valid for entry until: March 31, 2025
• You can enter Cambodia any day between January 1 and March 31
• If you don't enter by March 31, visa becomes invalid

Important for Australian trip planning:

• Book your flights before or shortly after applying for eVisa
• Ensure travel dates fall within 3-month validity window
• Don't apply too early (more than 3 months before travel)
• Don't apply too late (need processing time plus travel flexibility)

Ideal application timing for Australians:

• Apply 1-2 weeks before intended departure date
• Provides buffer for processing
• Ensures visa still valid for travel dates
• Allows flexibility if travel plans change slightly

Validity Period 2: Duration of Stay (Entry to Departure)

This is how long you can STAY in Cambodia once you enter.

For Australian tourists:

• Tourist visa allows 30 days stay from date of entry
• Counting starts from entry stamp date in passport
• Must depart Cambodia before or on day 30
• Single continuous stay (can't exit and re-enter on same visa)

Example:

• Enter Cambodia: February 15
• Visa valid until: March 16 (30 days later)
• Must depart by: March 16
• Can stay fewer than 30 days but not more (without extension)

Calculating your stay:

• Look at entry stamp in passport
• Count forward 30 days
• That's your departure deadline
• Track carefully to avoid overstay

Important considerations for Australians:

• Long-haul flights from Australia mean arrival/departure dates matter
• Consider time zones when calculating
• Build in buffer day before visa expires
• Don't cut it too close on departure

Tourist Visa Detailed Validity

Standard Tourist Visa (30 Days)

For most Australian holiday makers:

Application method: Cambodia eVisa (recommended)

Apply through: Cambodia Immigration Services

Direct application: Cambodia eVisa portal 

Validity breakdown:

Phase 1 - After approval:

• Receive eVisa approval via email
• Valid for 3 months to enter Cambodia
• Can enter any time within these 3 months
• Flexibility for Australian travelers to choose travel dates

Phase 2 - Upon entry:

• Present eVisa at Cambodia immigration
• Receive entry stamp in passport
• Entry stamp shows date entered
• From this date, you have 30 days

Phase 3 - During stay:

• Can stay anywhere in Cambodia for 30 days
• Freedom to travel within country
• No reporting requirements
• Just don't overstay

Phase 4 - Departure:

• Must leave on or before day 30
• Exit stamp at airport/border
• Visa becomes invalid after use

What "30 Days" Means in Practice

For Australian travelers planning itineraries:

Maximum stay examples:

• Enter March 1 → Must depart by March 30
• Enter April 15 → Must depart by May 14
• Enter December 5 → Must depart by January 3

Shorter stays allowed:

• Stay 5 days (short trip)
• Stay 2 weeks (quick holiday)
• Stay 25 days (extended vacation)
• Anything up to 30 days permitted

Cannot stay longer without extension:

• 31 days = overstay (fine required)
• 35 days = overstay (fine required)
• 40 days = overstay (fine and possible issues)

Popular Australian itineraries:

One week (7 days):

• Siem Reap temples (4 days)
• Phnom Penh (3 days)
• Well within 30-day validity

Two weeks (14 days):

• Siem Reap (5 days)
• Phnom Penh (3 days)
• Sihanoukville/islands (6 days)
• Comfortably within validity

Three weeks (21 days):

• Comprehensive Cambodia tour
• All major destinations
• Still within 30-day limit

Four weeks (28 days):

• Extended exploration
• Includes off-beaten-path locations
• Uses almost full validity period

Australians typically stay: 7-14 days (most common)

Single Entry Restriction

Important limitation for Australians:

Tourist visa is single entry:

• Can enter Cambodia once only
• Once you exit, visa becomes invalid
• Cannot re-enter on same visa

Implications:

Border runs not possible:

• Can't exit to Thailand for a day and return
• Can't visit Vietnam briefly and come back
• Must stay in Cambodia continuously

Multi-country trips require planning:

Example 1 - Cambodia then Vietnam:

• Enter Cambodia (use Cambodia visa)
• Stay 30 days or less
• Exit to Vietnam (Cambodia visa now invalid)
• Need new Cambodia visa to return

Example 2 - Thailand, Cambodia, back to Thailand:

• Visit Thailand first
• Enter Cambodia (use Cambodia visa)
• Complete Cambodia visit
• Exit to Thailand (cannot re-enter Cambodia on same visa)

Example 3 - Regional Southeast Asia tour:

• Plan Cambodia segment carefully
• Save Cambodia for end if possible
• Or get new visa for second Cambodia visit

Cost consideration:

• Each Cambodia entry requires separate visa
• New eVisa: $36-37 USD each time
• Or visa on arrival: $30 USD each time
• Can add up for multiple visits

Best practice for Australians:

• Plan Cambodia as continuous segment
• Complete all Cambodia sightseeing in one stay
• Visit other countries before or after, not during

Validity Comparison: Different Application Methods

All methods give same validity for Australians:

eVisa:

• Valid for entry: 3 months
• Stay duration: 30 days
• Single entry

Visa on Arrival:

• Valid for entry: Immediate (on arrival day)
• Stay duration: 30 days
• Single entry

Embassy Visa:

• Valid for entry: Typically 3 months
• Stay duration: 30 days
• Single entry

Consistency: Regardless of application method, Australian tourists get same 30-day stay period

Why eVisa recommended:

• Same validity as other methods
• But more convenient application
• Pre-approved before travel
• Faster immigration clearance
• No disadvantage in terms of validity

Business Visa Validity

Initial Business Visa (30 Days)

For Australians visiting for business:

Initial validity identical to tourist:

• Valid for entry: 3 months from issue
• Initial stay: 30 days from entry
• Single entry initially

Application process:

• Same as tourist eVisa application
• Select "Business Visa" option
• Current official eVisa fees are slightly different for each visa type. The Tourist eVisa (Type T) costs around USD 30 in government fees, while the Business eVisa (Type E) costs around USD 35, plus a small online processing fee. Total amounts can vary slightly depending on the platform or service provider you use.
• Same processing time: 3 business days

Why choose business over tourist:

• Extension options (major advantage)
• Can be extended for months or years
• More flexible for uncertain plans
• Can convert to work permit

Business Visa Extensions

The key advantage for Australians:

Extension options:

Extension fees for E-class business visas are approximate and vary by length of stay and by visa agent. As a general guide, 1-month extensions often start around USD 45–55, while 12-month multiple-entry extensions can range from roughly USD 270–300 or more. These are not fixed government prices, so Australians should always confirm current fees with their chosen agent or directly at the Immigration Department.

Where to extend:

• Immigration Department offices
• Phnom Penh or Siem Reap
• Requires passport photos and application
• Processing: 3-5 days typically

Multiple entry option:

• Allows exit and re-entry to Cambodia
• Essential for regional business travel
• Can visit neighboring countries and return
• Highly valuable feature

Unlimited extensions:

• Business visa can be extended repeatedly
• No limit on number of extensions
• Many Australians stay years on business visas
• Path to long-term residence

When Australians Should Choose Business Visa

Consider business visa if:

Uncertain duration:

• Not sure how long you'll stay
• May want to extend beyond 60 days
• Flexibility important

Digital nomads:

• Working remotely for Australian companies
• Want option to stay longer
• May travel regionally

Exploring opportunities:

• Looking at business ventures
• Considering relocation
• Testing long-term stay

Frequent travelers:

• Plan multiple visits to Cambodia
• Multiple entry valuable
• Regional travel plans

Retirees:

• Considering extended stays
• Snowbirds escaping Australian winter
• Long-term lifestyle testing

Work possibilities:

• May secure employment
• Business visa convertible to work permit
• Better foundation than tourist visa

Cost consideration:

• Initial cost same as tourist ($36-37)
• Extensions more expensive but available
• Worth it if might stay longer

Extension Options for Tourist Visas

Single Extension Allowance

Australian tourists can extend once:

Extension details:

• Add 30 more days to stay
• Total maximum: 60 days in Cambodia
• Cost: Approximately $45 USD
• Processing: 1-3 business days

How to extend:

Step 1: Visit Immigration Department

• Locations: Phnom Penh or Siem Reap
• Bring passport and copies
• 2 passport photos required
• Cash for fee (USD)

Step 2: Complete application form

• Available at immigration office
• Personal details
• Reason for extension

Step 3: Submit and pay

• Hand over documents and payment
• Receive receipt
• Told when to return

Step 4: Wait for processing

• 1-3 days typically
• Can be same day sometimes
• Passport held during processing

Step 5: Collect passport

• Return on specified date
• Receive passport with extended visa
• New departure date stamped

Important limitations:

• Can only extend ONCE
• Second extension not possible
• Must leave after 60 days total
• Cannot extend beyond this

Planning implications for Australians:

If planning 31-60 day trip:

• Enter on regular 30-day visa
• Extend after arrival
• Total stay up to 60 days

If planning 60+ day trip:

• Tourist visa not suitable
• Get business visa instead
• Can extend for months

Extension timing:

• Apply before original visa expires
• Recommended: 3-5 days before expiry
• Don't wait until last day
• Some offices don't extend expired visas

Cost calculation:

• Original eVisa: $36-37 USD
• Extension: $45 USD
• Total for 60 days: ~$81-82 USD
• Still good value for 2 months

Extension Process Timeline

For Australians planning extensions:

Week 1-3 of stay:

• Enjoy Cambodia
• Monitor visa expiry date
• Decide if extension needed

Week 4 (around day 25-27):

• Visit Immigration Department
• Apply for extension
• Submit documents and payment
• Ideal timing to avoid rush

Day 28-30:

• Collect passport if not ready immediately
• Verify new dates correct
• Continue stay with 30 more days

Week 5-8:

• Extended stay period
• New departure deadline
• Must leave by end of day 60

Important: Cannot extend again after this

Where to Extend in Cambodia

Immigration Department locations:

Phnom Penh:

• Department of Immigration
• Russian Federation Blvd
• Phnom Penh
• Open: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
• Closed: Weekends and public holidays

Siem Reap:

• Immigration Office
• Airport Road area
• Siem Reap
• Similar hours to Phnom Penh

Tips for Australians:

• Go early in morning (less crowded)
• Bring exact documents required
• Dress respectfully (government office)
• Be patient (may take time)
• Consider using visa agent if uncomfortable (extra fee)

Visa agents:

• Many travel agencies offer extension services
• Handle application for you
• Charge service fee (typically $10-20 extra)
• Convenient but more expensive
• Good option if unsure of process

Overstay Penalties and Consequences

What Happens If You Overstay

Overstaying your Cambodia visa as an Australian has consequences:

Overstay fines:

• $10 USD per day of overstay
• Calculated from day visa expired
• Paid when departing Cambodia
• Must pay before allowed to leave

Example calculations:

• 1 day overstay = $10 USD fine
• 5 days overstay = $50 USD fine
• 10 days overstay = $100 USD fine
• 30 days overstay = $300 USD fine

Where to pay:

• At airport immigration when departing
• Or at land border crossing
• Cash payment required (USD)
• Receipt provided

Additional consequences:

Short overstays (1-7 days):

• Fine payment usually sufficient
• May get warning
• Generally no long-term issues

Medium overstays (1-4 weeks):

• Higher fines
• May face questioning
• Potential mark on immigration record
• Could affect future visa applications

Long overstays (months):

• Significant fines
• Possible detention
• May be banned from re-entry
• Serious immigration violation
• Can affect travel to other countries

Impact on future travel:

• Overstay may appear in immigration database
• Future Cambodia visa applications may be scrutinized
• Significant overstays can lead to entry bans
• May affect visa applications to other countries

How to Avoid Overstay

Essential practices for Australian travelers:

Track your dates:

• Note entry date in passport
• Calculate departure deadline
• Set phone reminders
• Don't rely on memory

Calendar management:

• Mark visa expiry on phone calendar
• Set alerts for 1 week before, 3 days before, 1 day before
• Plan departure with buffer day

Book return flights appropriately:

• Return flight before visa expires
• Don't book on exact expiry day (risky if flight delays)
• Leave 1-2 day buffer ideally

Monitor carefully:

• Count days regularly
• Especially if traveling within Cambodia
• Easy to lose track of time

If getting close to expiry:

• Extend visa if possible (before expiry)
• Or book earlier departure
• Don't take chances

Special considerations:

Flight delays:

• If departure flight delayed causing overstay
• Explain to immigration officials
• Show original flight booking
• Usually understanding but may still charge fine

Medical emergencies:

• Hospitalization may prevent departure
• Get medical documentation
• Contact Australian Embassy if needed
• Officials may waive or reduce fine with proof

Natural disasters/emergencies:

• Floods, political unrest causing travel disruption
• Document reasons for overstay
• Usually accommodating in genuine emergencies

Best practice: Never let it get to overstay situation - track dates and depart on time

Calculating Your Visa Validity Period

Step-by-Step Calculation for Australians

Step 1: Determine Issue Date

For eVisa:

• Check approval email
• Date on eVisa letter is issue date
• This starts 3-month entry validity period

Example: eVisa issued January 15, 2025

Step 2: Calculate Entry Validity Window

Add 3 months to issue date:

• January 15 + 3 months = April 14, 2025
• Must enter Cambodia by April 14, 2025
• After April 14, visa expires unused

Step 3: Determine Entry Date

Date you actually enter Cambodia:

• Look at entry stamp in passport
• This is the starting point for stay duration

Example: Enter Cambodia February 10, 2025

Step 4: Calculate Stay Duration

Add 30 days to entry date:

• February 10 + 30 days = March 11, 2025
• Must depart by March 11, 2025
• This is your departure deadline

Step 5: Plan Extension (If Needed)

If staying 31-60 days:

• Original visa: February 10 to March 11 (30 days)
• Extension: March 12 to April 10 (30 more days)
• Total: 60 days

Important: Count carefully, especially across month boundaries

Practical Examples for Australian Travelers

Example 1: Standard 2-Week Holiday

Timeline:

• Apply for eVisa: May 1
• eVisa approved: May 4
• Entry validity: May 4 to August 3 (3 months)
• Travel to Cambodia: June 15
• Enter Cambodia: June 15
• Visa valid until: July 14 (30 days)
• Planned departure: June 28 (13 days stay)
• Result: Well within validity, no issues

Example 2: One Month Trip

Timeline:

• Apply for eVisa: March 1
• eVisa approved: March 4
• Entry validity: March 4 to June 3
• Travel to Cambodia: April 1
• Enter Cambodia: April 1
• Visa valid until: April 30 (30 days)
• Planned departure: April 29 (28 days stay)
• Result: Uses almost full 30 days, proper planning

Example 3: Extended 50-Day Stay

Timeline:

• Apply for eVisa: July 1
• eVisa approved: July 4
• Travel to Cambodia: August 1
• Enter Cambodia: August 1
• Initial visa valid until: August 30 (30 days)
• Extend visa: August 27 (before expiry)
• Extension approved: August 28
• New visa valid until: September 29 (30 more days)
• Planned departure: September 20 (50 days total)
• Result: Used extension, stayed 50 days total

Example 4: Business Visa with Multiple Extensions

Timeline:

• Apply for business eVisa: January 1
• eVisa approved: January 4
• Enter Cambodia: January 15
• Initial visa valid until: February 13 (30 days)
• Extend for 3 months: February 10
• New visa valid until: May 13
• Extend for 6 months: May 5
• New visa valid until: November 13
• Result: Stayed 10 months on business visa

Example 5: Cutting It Too Close (Don't Do This)

Timeline:

• Apply for eVisa: June 1
• eVisa approved: June 4
• Enter Cambodia: June 10
• Visa valid until: July 9
• Forget to track dates
• Try to depart: July 12 (3 days overstay)
• Overstay fine: $30 USD
• Result: Unnecessary fine, immigration mark

Common Calculation Mistakes

Mistake 1: Confusing issue date with entry date

• Issue date starts entry validity window (3 months)
• Entry date starts stay duration (30 days)
• These are different dates with different purposes

Mistake 2: Thinking 3 months means 90 days stay

• 3 months is window to ENTER Cambodia
• Once entered, only 30 days stay allowed
• Common confusion among first-time visitors

Mistake 3: Not accounting for month length

• 30 days can span different months
• February complications (28/29 days)
• Count days, not months

Mistake 4: Forgetting visa expires on entry

• Single entry visa becomes invalid once you leave
• Can't re-enter even if 30 days not fully used

Mistake 5: Assuming automatic extension

• Extensions not automatic
• Must apply and pay
• Must apply before current visa expires

Tips to avoid mistakes:

• Use calendar app with alerts
• Count actual days, not approximate
• Set multiple reminders
• Check and double-check dates
• When in doubt, extend early or depart early

Special Validity Considerations

Visa Validity vs. Passport Validity

Critical requirement for Australians:

Passport must be valid 6 months beyond entry:

• Cambodia requires 6-month passport validity
• Measured from date you enter Cambodia
• Not from visa issue date
• Not from planned departure date

Example:

• Planning to enter Cambodia: March 1, 2025
• Australian passport must be valid until: September 1, 2025 (6 months later)
• Even if only staying 2 weeks
• Even if visa only valid 30 days

Why this matters:

• Won't be issued eVisa if passport expiring soon
• May be denied boarding by airline
• Will be refused entry at Cambodia immigration

If passport expiring within 6 months:

• Renew Australian passport first
• Then apply for Cambodia visa
• Australian passport renewal: 3-6 weeks
• Plan accordingly

Passport pages:

• Need at least 1 blank page for visa stamp
• Cambodia stamps full page
• Check before traveling

Public Holidays and Processing

Cambodia public holidays affect eVisa processing:

Major Cambodian holidays:

• Khmer New Year (mid-April, 3-5 days)
• Pchum Ben (September/October, 3 days)
• Water Festival (November, 3 days)
• International New Year (January 1)
• Chinese New Year (January/February)

Impact on validity calculations:

Processing time:

• Standard 3 business days excludes holidays
• Apply 1-2 weeks before holiday periods
• Processing pauses during holidays
• Resumes after holiday ends

Example:

• Apply Monday before Khmer New Year (Wednesday-Friday holiday)
• Processing: Monday (day 1), Tuesday (day 2)
• Wednesday-Friday: No processing (holiday)
• Processing resumes: Following Monday (day 3)
• Approval: Following Monday or Tuesday

Australian public holidays don't matter:

• Only Cambodian holidays affect processing
• Apply any day from Australia
• Australian Christmas/Easter irrelevant to Cambodia

Smart planning:

• Check Cambodian holiday calendar
• Apply well before major holidays
• Don't expect processing during Khmer holiday periods

Seasonal Validity Considerations

Peak season implications (November-March):

Higher application volume:

• More tourists applying for visas
• Processing may be slower
• Potentially take full 5 business days
• Plan accordingly

Airport congestion:

• More travelers using visas
• Even eVisa lines longer
• Still faster than visa on arrival

Accommodation and tours:

• Book early if traveling peak season
• Ensure hotel bookings before applying
• Required for eVisa application

Low season considerations (June-October):

Faster processing:

• Fewer applications
• Often process in 1-2 days
• More capacity

Less pressure:

• Fewer tourists overall
• Easier extensions
• More availability

Multiple Trip Planning

For Australians visiting Cambodia multiple times:

Each entry requires new visa:

• Can't reuse old visa
• Must apply for new eVisa each visit
• Or get visa on arrival each time

Cost considerations:

• Multiple visits = multiple visa fees
• $36-37 per eVisa per trip
• Adds up for frequent visitors

Business visa alternative:

• Get business visa first visit
• Extend for multiple entry
• Can exit and re-enter
• More economical for frequent travelers

Planning multiple Southeast Asia trips:

Option 1: Separate trips

• Visit Cambodia (use visa)
• Return to Australia
• Later visit Cambodia again (new visa)
• Simple but requires multiple visas

Option 2: Regional circuit

• Thailand → Cambodia → Vietnam in one trip
• Single Cambodia visa used once
• More efficient

Option 3: Business visa with multiple entry

• Enter Cambodia on business visa
• Extend with multiple entry option
• Can visit Thailand/Vietnam and return
• Best for extensive regional travel

Maximizing Your Visa Validity

Getting Full Value From Your Visa

Strategic planning for Australians:

Optimize entry date:

• Enter Cambodia early in validity window
• Gives flexibility for future applications
• Don't waste validity period

Use full 30 days if desired:

• Plan comprehensive itinerary
• See all you want in Cambodia
• No rush to leave early

Consider extension early:

• Decide extension need early in trip
• Apply with plenty of time
• Avoid last-minute stress

Plan multi-country trips wisely:

• Cambodia at start or end of trip (not middle)
• Avoid needing to re-enter
• Save visa costs

Application Timing Strategy

Optimal application timeline:

2 weeks before travel (recommended):

• Apply: 14 days before departure
• Receive approval: 11 days before
• Entry validity starts: 11 days before (running during your trip)
• Arrive Cambodia: On schedule
• Have 30 days from entry
• Entry validity continues 3 months

Benefits:

• Comfortable buffer for processing
• Visa approved before travel
• Peace of mind
• Flexibility if plans change slightly

1 week before travel (acceptable):

• Apply: 7 days before
• Receive approval: 4 days before
• Less buffer but usually fine
• Tighter timeline

More than 1 month before (less ideal):

• Wastes some of 3-month entry validity
• Though still valid for your trip
• Ties up visa fee longer
• Risk of travel plan changes

Less than 1 week before (risky):

• May not receive in time
• High stress
• No flexibility for issues
• Not recommended

Validity Optimization Tips

For maximum flexibility:

Choose business visa:

• Same initial cost
• Much better extension options
• Multiple entry available
• Worth it if any uncertainty

Apply at right time:

• Balance processing time with entry validity
• 1-2 weeks ideal for most Australians

Track dates carefully:

• Use calendar apps
• Set reminders
• Don't lose track

Build in buffers:

• Don't book departure on exact expiry day
• Allow 1-2 day cushion
• Account for potential delays

Extend proactively:

• Don't wait until last days
• Apply at least 5 days before expiry
• Ensures smooth extension

Keep documentation:

• Save eVisa email
• Print multiple copies
• Have digital backups
• Keep with passport

Getting Your Cambodia Visa Today

Application Process for Australians

Ready to get your Cambodia visa?

Step 1: Choose visa type

• Tourist visa: for holidays and sightseeing
• Business visa: if might stay longer or want flexibility

Step 2: Prepare documents

• Australian passport (valid 6+ months)
• Digital passport photo
• Credit/debit card for payment

Step 3: Access application portal

Visit Cambodia Immigration Services for trusted, professional eVisa processing services.

Begin your Cambodia eVisa application

Step 4: Complete application

• 15-20 minutes to fill out
• Personal details
• Passport information
• Travel plans

Step 5: Submit and pay

• Review carefully
• Submit application
• Pay $36-37 USD

Step 6: Wait for approval

• 3 business days average
• Check email for approval
• Track status online

Step 7: Print eVisa

• Print multiple copies
• Keep in carry-on luggage
• Save digital backup

Step 8: Travel to Cambodia

• Present eVisa at immigration
• Enjoy your 30-day stay

Why Apply Through Cambodia Immigration Services

Benefits for Australian travelers:

Professional service:

• Expert review of applications
• Reduces error risk
• Clear instructions
• User-friendly platform

Reliable processing:

• Established track record
• Secure payment system
• Application tracking
• Customer support

Peace of mind:

• Trusted service provider
• Thousands of successful applications
• Specialized in Cambodia eVisas
• Support if issues arise

Convenience:

• Apply from anywhere in Australia
• 24/7 online access
• Fast processing coordination
• Simple, straightforward process

Frequently Asked Questions About Visa Validity

Can I enter Cambodia before my eVisa issue date?

No, you must wait until eVisa is approved and issued. The 3-month validity period starts from issue date shown on eVisa letter.

What if I don't use my visa within 3 months?

Visa expires and becomes invalid. No refund provided. You'd need to apply for new visa for future travel.

Can I extend the 3-month entry validity period?

No, the 3-month entry validity window cannot be extended. Only the stay duration (30 days) can be extended once you're in Cambodia.

Does the 30-day stay include arrival and departure days?

Yes, the entry day counts as day 1. If you enter February 1, your 30th day is March 2. You must depart by March 2.

Can I stay less than 30 days?

Yes, the 30 days is the maximum. You can stay any duration from 1 day to 30 days. Most Australians stay 1-2 weeks.

What if my return flight is on day 31?

Overstay. You'll pay $10 USD fine. Try to avoid this - book return flight on day 29 or earlier for safety.

Can I extend my visa multiple times?

Tourist visa: Only once (60 days maximum total) Business visa: Multiple times (unlimited extensions available)

If I extend for 30 days, can I then extend again?

Not on tourist visa. One extension only. Maximum 60 days total. For longer stays, you need business visa.

Does visa validity restart if I exit and re-enter Cambodia?

No, visa becomes invalid upon exit. You need new visa to re-enter, even if your 30 days weren't fully used.

Can I change from tourist to business visa inside Cambodia?

Generally no. You'd typically need to exit, get new business visa, and re-enter. Some visa agents claim to offer conversions but risky. Better to choose correctly initially.

What happens if I'm hospitalized and can't depart before visa expires?

Get medical documentation. Contact Australian Embassy. Immigration officials usually accommodate genuine emergencies. May waive or reduce overstay fine with proof.

Do children have same visa validity as adults?

Yes, same 30-day validity and extension rules apply regardless of age. Infants and children need their own visas with same validity periods.

Can I work in Cambodia on a 30-day tourist visa?

No, tourist visas don't permit work. For legal work, you need business visa plus work permit. Many digital nomads use business visa.

How do I prove when I entered Cambodia?

Entry stamp in passport shows entry date. Keep passport safe. This stamp determines your 30-day countdown.

What if there's an error in my visa dates?

Contact visa service provider immediately. If already in Cambodia, visit Immigration Department. Errors rare but should be corrected quickly.