Short answer: Yes. British citizens need a visa to visit Cambodia. The easiest way is an e-visa from the official Cambodian e-visa website or app, applied for at least four days before you travel. You can also get a visa on arrival at airports and land borders, paid in US dollars. A tourist visa allows 30 days from the date you enter and can be extended inside Cambodia.
| Quick facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Visa needed? | Yes, for British citizens |
| Options | Official e-visa (online or app) or visa on arrival |
| Apply e-visa | At least 4 days before travel |
| Tourist stay | 30 days from entry, extendable in Cambodia |
| Passport validity | At least 6 months from arrival, undamaged |
| e-Arrival Card | Free, required for arrivals by air at main airports |
What is the Cambodia e-visa?
The Cambodia e-visa is an online tourist visa from the Cambodian government. You apply on the official website or app, pay by card and receive the visa by email. It’s valid for 30 days from the day you enter.
How do British citizens get a Cambodia e-visa, step by step?
- Check your passport is valid for six months from arrival and not damaged. Cambodia normally refuses entry on damaged passports.
- Use the official e-visa website or app, linked from the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in the UK.
- Fill in your details and upload a recent passport-style photo.
- Pay the fee shown on the official site.
- Wait at least four days before your trip for the visa to arrive by email.
- Print two copies and carry them with your passport.
- Complete the free e-Arrival Card within seven days before you fly into Phnom Penh, Siem Reap or Sihanoukville.
Can you get a visa on arrival instead?
Yes. If you don’t get an e-visa, you can get a visa on arrival at international airports and land border crossings. Bring a passport photo and the fee in US dollars cash. Queues can be long at busy times, so the e-visa is quicker.
What else do you need to know?
- Keep your departure form from arrival. If you lose it, contact immigration before you leave.
- Registration: hotels register you automatically. If you stay with friends or family, you must register yourself on the official FPCS app.
- Working needs a business visa and a work permit.
- Overstaying brings fines with no upper limit, possible detention and deportation.
What should UK residents with other passports do?
Cambodia’s rules depend on nationality. Some ASEAN nationals don’t need a visa, while most others can use the e-visa. Check your passport on the official e-visa site or our Cambodia visa guide.
What are the most common mistakes?
- Using look-alike websites that charge extra
- Applying too late (fewer than four days before travel)
- A damaged passport, which can mean refused entry
- Forgetting the free e-Arrival Card
- Overstaying the 30 days
How can Alif Visa help?
We can check your e-visa details or prepare the application for you, and arrange travel insurance. Check your route or talk to us.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a Cambodia e-visa take?
Apply at least four days before you travel. Many e-visas arrive sooner, but don’t leave it to the last minute.
Can I extend a Cambodia tourist visa?
Yes, a tourist visa can be extended while you’re in Cambodia.
Do I need US dollars for a visa on arrival?
Yes. The visa on arrival fee is paid in US dollars, so bring the right amount in cash.
What is the Cambodia e-Arrival Card?
A free online form you complete within seven days before flying into Phnom Penh, Siem Reap or Sihanoukville.
Can I work in Cambodia on a tourist visa?
No. You need a business visa and a work permit, arranged with your employer.
