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eVisa Eligible
Cambodia Visa for US Citizens
American travellers apply for the Cambodia eVisa fully online — all you need is a valid passport. No flight ticket, hotel booking or bank statement required. Approved in 3–5 days and delivered straight to your inbox.
The complete picture of the Cambodia tourist visa and Cambodia e-Visa for American citizens: fees, processing time, requirements, and what actually happens at the border.
Cambodia eVisa for American citizens
Yes — U.S. citizens need a visa to enter Cambodia. Every American passport holder must hold either a Type T tourist eVisa or a Type E business electronic visa, and the Cambodia online visa is the route the Ministry of Foreign Affairs prefers for travellers from the United States. Approved in 3–5 days, the eVisa is accepted at Techo International Airport (KTI) in Phnom Penh (which replaced PNH in September 2025), Siem Reap Angkor International (SAI) and Sihanoukville (KOS) airports plus open Vietnam (Bavet) and Laos (Dom Kralor) land borders (all Thailand–Cambodia land crossings including Poipet and Cham Yeam are closed).
Cambodia tourist visa $80, Cambodia business visa $90 — both prices are all-inclusive. Upload your passport bio page, fill in a few details, and your electronic visa lands in your inbox before you fly.
What you don't need:
No embassy visit or appointment
No flight booking required before you apply
No hotel reservation needed
No bank statement or proof of funds
No paperwork beyond your passport
Once approved, your eVisa allows a 30-day single entry stay within 3 months of the issue date. Need longer? Extend at any local immigration office in Cambodia before your 30 days run out.
Cambodia dropped the government processing fee from $36 to $30 in January 2025 — make sure any quotes you compare reflect the current price. The Type T (Tourist) eVisa covers leisure travel; choose Type E (Business) if any part of the trip involves meetings or paid work. Per the U.S. State Department (travel.state.gov), your passport must remain valid for at least 6 months past your planned arrival. Cambodia treats American citizens and U.S. citizens identically — both terms mean the same eVisa pathway.
How American Citizens Apply for a Cambodia eVisa
The Cambodia online visa application is fast, secure, and 100% online — from form to inbox in 3–5 days.
Step 1
Fill your application
Enter your U.S. passport details exactly as they appear on the biographical page — the Ministry of Foreign Affairs cross-checks middle names and suffixes (Jr., III) against the chip data.
Step 2
Pay securely
Upload a clear scan of your US passport bio page — no separate photo is needed.
Step 3
Receive your eVisa
Approval lands in your inbox in 3–5 days as a PDF with a QR code — print two copies before leaving the U.S. for arrival at Techo International Airport (KTI) in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI).
Documents
What American Citizens Need for a Cambodia Visa Application
The Cambodia visa requirements are intentionally light. Most applications need only a passport. Bank statements, flight tickets, and hotel bookings are NOT required when you apply through our service.
Valid passport
Your American passport must be valid 6+ months from your arrival date.
Valid email address
Your approved eVisa is delivered here. Use one you check daily.
Payment method
Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. Paid in USD.
Choose your visa
Tourist or Business eVisa: Which Should American Travellers Choose?
Pick the Cambodia eVisa type that matches your travel purpose. Choosing wrong can result in entry denial or fines under Cambodian immigration law.
Tourist eVisa
For leisure travel, family visits and short stays.
The Tourist eVisa is the right choice for most American travellers visiting Cambodia. It covers sightseeing in Siem Reap, beach time in the Koh Rong islands, visiting Angkor Wat, and staying with family or friends — anything that isn't paid work or formal business activity.
Best for: tourism, leisure, visiting family or friends, short cultural trips
Allows: hotel stays, sightseeing, beach travel, river cruises
Does NOT allow: paid work, formal business meetings, signing deals
Apply: 100% online in 10 minutes — no embassy visit needed
Where American Citizens Can Enter Cambodia with Their eVisa
The approved Cambodia e-Visa entry points cover every international airport and the major land borders — except where noted below.
Arriving by Air
Phnom Penh International
Airport code PNH
Angkor International, Siem Reap
Airport code SAI
Sihanoukville International
Airport code KOS
Arriving by Land
Bavet
Land crossing from Vietnam
Tropaeng Kreal
Land crossing from Laos
O Smach
Land crossing from Thailand
Important: eVisa is only valid at designated entry points. Cham Yeam and Poipet are currently closed for eVisa entry — verify before travel. Land borders sometimes have stricter document checks than airports; arriving by air is the smoothest option for first-time visitors. Last confirmed: May 2026.
Why you're going
Things to Do in Cambodia for American Travelers
American couples typically pair a sunrise tour of Angkor Wat in Siem Reap with two or three beach days on Koh Rong or Koh Rong Samloem after the temple circuit. Active U.S. travellers extend the trip with a Mekong River cruise toward Phnom Penh or a Battambang bamboo train detour, all of which fit comfortably inside the 30-day Type T allowance.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap
The world's largest religious monument and Cambodia's most iconic site. Most visitors base themselves in Siem Reap for 2–3 days to explore the temple complex at sunrise.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Phnom Penh
Cambodia's capital blends French colonial architecture with vibrant street markets, the Royal Palace, and sobering history at the Killing Fields and S-21 museum.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Koh Rong Islands
Some of Southeast Asia's last undeveloped beaches. Accessible by ferry from Sihanoukville — no internal flights or extra visas needed.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Kampot & Kep
A slow-paced riverside town famous for its pepper farms, French colonial buildings, and the freshwater crab market at Kep — a perfect 2-day escape from the cities.
Your Cambodia eVisa covers all regions — no internal visa or border crossing required once you're inside the country.
Practical advice from travellers who've been — currency, connectivity, weather, and the eVisa print rule that catches everyone out at Cambodian immigration.
Currency
US dollars are accepted almost everywhere alongside Cambodian Riel. You do not need to exchange currency before flying — small change comes back in Riel.
Best time to visit
November to April (dry season). May to October brings monsoon rains — southern coastal regions are most affected. November to February is the sweet spot for Angkor Wat.
Connectivity
Buy a local SIM at Phnom Penh or Siem Reap airport ($2–3 USD). Most foreign phones work on GSM. Metfone and Smart are the recommended carriers — both have airport kiosks.
Health
No mandatory vaccinations. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are commonly recommended. Drink bottled water only — even in major hotels. Carry mosquito repellent for evening visits to temples.
Print your eVisa
Print 2 copies of your approved eVisa on A4 paper. Cambodian immigration does NOT accept mobile screenshots. We email PDF-ready files with print instructions.
Getting around
Tuk-tuks are everywhere — agree the fare first. The PassApp and Grab apps give metered, cashless rides in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Domestic flights link the major cities.
Also traveling?
Visa Requirements for Other Southeast Asia Countries
Many travellers combine Cambodia with nearby Southeast Asia destinations. Tap a country to see entry requirements for your passport — pre-filtered to your nationality.
Everything left to know before you apply for your Cambodia tourist visa or Cambodia e-Visa. If your question isn't here, our team replies via WhatsApp or email within minutes.
Do US citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes — American passport holders need a Type T tourist visa or Type E business visa for any stay. The Cambodia electronic visa is approved by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 3–5 days, with no embassy visit required in the United States.
How much is a Cambodia visa for Americans in 2026?
Our service charges $80 USD all-inclusive for the Type T tourist eVisa and $90 USD all-inclusive for the Type E business eVisa, covering application verification, Ministry of Foreign Affairs submission and email delivery of the QR code PDF.
How long does a Cambodia visa take for US citizens?
Standard processing for American applicants is 3–5 days under the e-Visa route. Travellers flying from New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco or Chicago with a connection in Tokyo, Seoul or Singapore should apply at least one week before departure.
Can Americans get a Cambodia visa on arrival?
Yes — visa on arrival is available to US passport holders at Techo International Airport (KTI) in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap Angkor International (SAI) and Sihanoukville (KOS) airports in USD cash. The electronic visa is preferred because pre-approval avoids airport queues and locks in the price before boarding.
What documents do US citizens need for a Cambodia visa?
A US passport valid for 6 months beyond entry (per travel.state.gov guidance), and a card for the $80 USD payment. No flight booking, hotel reservation or in-person consular step is required for the Cambodia online visa.
How long is the Cambodia eVisa valid for an American passport?
The Type T tourist online visa is valid for 90 days from the date of issue, with a maximum stay of 30 days from the date of entry. American travellers wanting longer in Siem Reap or Angkor Wat can extend the visa once inside Cambodia.
Can US citizens extend a Cambodia visa inside the country?
Yes — the Type T tourist e-Visa can be extended for a further 30 days through the General Department of Immigration in Phnom Penh. Many American travellers prefer the Type E business visa instead, which supports longer multi-month extensions.
Is the Cambodia eVisa cheaper than visa on arrival for Americans?
The Cambodia eVisa is $80 USD all-inclusive for tourists ($90 USD for business) and includes pre-trip review, Ministry submission and email delivery. Visa on arrival requires a cash payment at the airport counter and waiting in longer arrival queues, so most American travellers prefer the pre-approved e-Visa.
Do Americans need a return ticket to enter Cambodia?
Cambodian immigration may request proof of onward travel from US passport holders, and the mandatory e-Arrival Card asks for your departure date and next destination. We recommend carrying a printed return or onward flight for arrival at Techo International Airport (KTI) or Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI).
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