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CAMBODIA TRAVEL 2024

Last update: 2th January    2024

 

 Whether you’re a long term resident, a  traveller or maybe a photographer enthusiast looking for photography tours in Cambodia, the aim of this travel to Cambodia  blogpost is to gather the latest information about travelling in Cambodia

This page provides information about travel requirements, visas, flights, and pre-flight testing for Covid-19. The website provides information on the travel documents you need, visa requirements, and flights from and to Cambodian airports..

TRAVELLING TO CAMBODIA | cambodia entry requirements 2023

On October 3rd 2022,  Cambodia removed the last restriction for  international travellers to enter the country.

Passengers entering Cambodia by land, sea or air do not need to present a health declaration or vaccination card. Entry and exit gates are still equipped with temperature monitoring systems.

We encourage to check with your airline company before travelling to Cambodia which are their health and safety requirements.

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Visas  on arrival  (VOA) are  delivered at land crossings and international airports.

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Land border checkpoints opened:

Cambodia – Thailand : O’Smach, Surin, Poipet

Cambodia – Vietnam : Ha Tien,Moc Bai

Cambodia – Laos : Tropaeng Kreal

 

 

🛂 CAMBODIA TRAVEL  | TOURIST VISA  2023

Unless you are holding a passport from one of the ASEAN  country or Seychelles, you will require a tourist visa to travel to Cambodia. You may choose to obtain a Visa on Arrival (VOA) upon arrival at the airports of Siem Reap, Sihanoukville or Phnom. You can also to apply for  your Cambodian visa online.

 

 

CAMBODIA TRAVEL |  EVISA CAMBODIA IN 2024

evisa cambodia

Cambodia offers an electronic visa (eVisa) that allows travelers to conveniently apply online instead of at an embassy or upon arrival. The eVisa system was introduced in 2006 to modernize and simplify the visa process. To read more please have a look at our blog evisa cambodia.

 

CAMBODIA TRAVEL | VISA FAQ’S

What are the countries with tourist visa exemptions to enter Cambodia?

Nine countries are currently exempt from a tourist visa to enter the kingdom of Cambodia, only a valid passport is required. Citizens from Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam are granted with a stay up to 30 days. Citizens from Brunei, Thailand, Myanmar, Seychelles can only stay 14 days.

How long is the evisa valid?

Once you enter Cambodia, you can stay 30 days in the country. Please note that overstay is fined at the rate of USD 10 a day.

What is a VOA?

VOA stands for Visa On Arrival.  It is a visa you can get when you arrive in Cambodia by air or land. You can  either get a tourist visa or an ordinary visa (E-type, business visa).

✈️TRAVEL TO CAMBODIA  | CAMBODIA AIRPORTS

 

In 2023,  flights are  available  between the different cities  in Cambodia (Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, Siem Reap). International flights to Thailand, Vietnam and Malaysia are  more frequents although some destinations like Vietnam are still expensive.

 

 

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🗓️ CAMBODIA TRAVEL  | 2021-2023 RE-OPENING TIMELINE

 

✅ 16th October  2023 | Siem Reap a brand new airport: Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI).

✅ 4th October  2022 | Cambodia fully reopened without covid documentation

✅ 11th of July 2022 | Cambodia reopened to non vaccinated and partially vaccinated travelers (rapid test on arrival).

✅ 29th of April 2022 | ✈️ first direct  flight between Kuala Lumpur and Siem Reap in 25 months.

✅ 17th of March 2022 | Cambodia fully reopened to vaccinated travelers (no pre-flight PCR test, no rapid test on arrival).

✅ 17th of December 2021 | ✈️ first direct  flight between Singapore and Siem Reap in 21 months.

✅ 15th of November 2021 | Cambodia reopened to vaccinated travelers without quarantine.

✅ 19th of October 2021 | re-introduction of e-visa (electronic online tourist visa).

🏥 LIST OF CLINICS | ✈️ PRE-FLIGHT COVID-19 TESTING

 

🏥 LIST OF CLINICS | ✈️ PRE-FLIGHT COVID-19 TESTING

Even though Cambodia opened fully in July 2022, you might still need to do a PCR test for COVID-19 before flying back to your final destination or to your transit.

Many places can do PCR/ATR tests in Cambodia but an handful are approved to deliver a fit to fly certificate. Prices can vary a lot especially for RT-PCR from USD 80 to USD 130 in Phnom Penh for example.
In Siem Reap, you can only get a PCR/RAT test with certificate to fly at the Young Sport Club.
Covid-19 Rapid Antigen Tests (RAT’s) are much cheaper than RT-PCR but not accepted by all airlines and countries so we advice you to do check this beforehand.

click to expand and the list of clinics in Cambodia

 

 

PCR TESTS IN PHNOM PENH

 

1.INSTITUT PASTEUR DU CAMBODGE

5 Preah Monivong Blvd (93), Phnom Penh 12201

Google Maps  https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZWUDMbtGdiZkRtbv6

Open every day even on public holidays.
 RT- PCR  COVID-19 with   medical certificate: USD 80. An appointment is necessary. Opening hours for testing: 07h00 to 9h00.
⌛ PCR test results delivered in 24 hours
Rapid Antigen Test  (RAT): USD 30. No appointment is necessary. Opening hours for testing: 9h00 to 12h30. Monday to Friday. 9h00 to 11h30 on Sundays and public holidays.

Book your appointment for your pre-departure COVID-19 test

info@pasteur-kh.org
   012812003

 

2. NIPH (National Institute of Public Health)

Lot 80, Street 566 & Corner with 289, St 566, Phnom Penh.

Google Maps  https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZWUDMbtGdiZkRtbv6

website

Open 7 days a week: 07h30 to 12h00/13h30 to 17h30. No appointments are necessary but you need to register online.
 RT- PCR  COVID-19 with   medical certificate: USD 130.
Book your pre-flight covid medical certificate in phnom penh (passport and  flight itinerary are needed).
⌛ PCR test results delivered in 24 hours

3.INTERCARE MEDICAL CENTER (OLYMPIA MEDICAL CLINIC)

C5 Tower, 12th Floor, Olympia Medical Hub, Building, 12253 Street 161, Phnom Penh

Google Maps:  https://g.page/intercare-medical-center?share

Opening hours for testing: 07h30 to 11h30 / 13h00 to 16h00. 7 days a week. No appointment is necessary

 

 RT- PCR   and  negative medical certificate: USD  130.
⌛ PCR test results delivered in 24 hours
Antigen Rapid Test  (ART):  USD 45.
http://intercaremedicalcenter.com/
  023 996 900
info@intercaremedicalcenter.com

 

4.KAMPUCHEA PARAMED

Residence 208, 36 Samdach Chakrei Ponn St. (208), Phnom Penh

Google Maps:  https://goo.gl/maps/4mcdHQZiUXCjnWkZ8

Opening hours for testing: 07h30 to 8h30. Appointment is necessary.
 RT- PCR  with   medical certificate: USD  125.
 RT- PCR  without   medical certificate: USD  105.
 RT- PCR  at home with   medical certificate: USD 217
⌛ PCR test results delivered in 24 hours
Rapid Antigen  Test  (RAT) with medical certificate:  USD 70.
Rapid Antigen  Test  (RAT) without medical certificate:  USD 50.

https://kampucheaparamed.com/
https://web.facebook.com/kampucheaparamed
096 231 4342
kampuchea.paramed@gmail.com

5.ROYAL PHNOM PENH HOSPITAL

888 Russian Confederation Boulevard , Phnom Penh

Google Maps: https://goo.gl/maps/DU7M1BvSVaymLb6e7

Open every day.
 RT- PCR  COVID-19 with   medical certificate: USD 130. An appointment is necessary. Opening hours for testing: 07h00 to 11h00 (results available around 17h00). 11h00 to 17h00 (results available the next day)

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⌛ PCR test results can be delivered the same day
https://royalphnompenhhospital.com
https://web.facebook.com/RoyalphnompenhhospitalOfficial
023 991 000 | 012 991 000
rphmarketing@rph.bdms.co.th

 

6. SINGAPORE MEDICAL CENTER CAMBODIA (ART only)

Level 3A, The Bridge Village No 14, National Assembly Street, 12301), Phnom Penh

Google Maps:  https://g.page/SingaporeMedicalCenter

Opening hours : 8h00 to 17h30 Monday to Friday. 8h00 to 13h00 on Saturday. Closed on Sunday. Appointment is necessary.
https://sgmc.com.kh/
https://web.facebook.com/SingaporeMedicalCenter
023 993 888 | 089 999 622
info@sgmc.com.kh

Book your pre-flight Rapid Antigen Test in Phnom Penh

Rapid Antigen  Test  (RAT) with medical certificate:  USD 45.

 

 

 

7. RAFFLES MEDICAL PHNOM PENH (ART only)

#161, Street 51 (Pasteur), Sangkat Boeung Raing,Phnom Penh 12211. Appointment is necessary.

Google Maps:  https://g.page/RafflesMedicalPhnomPenh

Opening hours for testing: 8h00 to 17h00 Monday to Sunday. Open on public holidays.
https://www.rafflesmedicalgroup.com/clinic/raffles-medical-phnom-penh/
012 816 911 | 023 216 911
enquiries_phnompenh@rafflesmedical.com

 

Rapid Antigen  Test  (RAT) with medical certificate:  USD 45

tip:very fast RAT test with certificate fit to fly delivered in less than 2 hours.

 

PCR TESTS IN SIEM REAP

In Siem Reap, there is only one place to get PCR / RAT  tests with certificate to fly.

 

YOUNG SPORT CLUB

Apsara Road, Siem Reap (next to Paradise Angkor Villa Hotel)

 

Google Maps:  https://goo.gl/maps/kC7xeRtA5HgvHBKs7

Open everyday. Opening hours for testing: 8h00 to 12h00 / 14h00 to 16h00. For rapid test (ART/RAT): 8h00 to 11h00 only.
089787893

 

Note: you have to go back there to get your results, they do not send them by e-mail.

 

⌛ PCR test results delivered in 24 hours

 

 RT- PCR   and  negative medical certificate: USD  130.  No appointment necessary
Rapid Antigen Test  (RAT):  USD 30. No appointment is necessary
tip:if you arrive early in the morning you can have your ART results and certificate the same day early afternoon.

 

COVID TESTING | FAQ’S

CAMBODIA TRAVEL | 🏥 COVID TEST FAQ'S

Some FAQ’s about covid testing in Cambodia

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What is RT-PCR ?

RT does not stand for rapid test!  RT-PCR stands for reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction. It is the qualitative detection of RNA from SARS-CoV-2 virus. It is carried out on samples taken from patients using nasopharyngeal and oropharyngeal swabs.

 

What is an ART/RAT covid-19 test?

ART stands for Antigen Rapid Test and are the same tests  available in many pharmacies in Cambodia. ART is also called RAT, lateral flow test or simply rapid test.

 

Where to do a PCR test in Siem Reap?

This is only one place to get your PCR test in Siem Reap which is at the Young Sport Club

 

Does Cambodia recognize a covid certificate of recovery on arrival?

No Cambodia does not recognize a certificate on arrival, you still need a PCR or ATR test negative test.

 

What are the quarantine hotels in Phnom Penh?

As of October 21, 2021, 7 ASQ (Alternative State Quarantine) hotels are available in Phnom Penh which are:

1. Courtyard by Marriott Hotel
2. Sokha Hotel & Residence
3. Raffles Hotel Le Royal PP
4. Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra
5. Himawari Hotel Apartments
6. Toyoko Inn with Dara
7. Olympia City Hotel By Dara