Cambodia Travel

A passport valid for 6 months is needed to enter Cambodia as well as a visa. Visa on Arrival can be valid for a maximum 30 days’ stay, for single entry. Visa on Arrival to Cambodia is available at all international airports in Cambodia or at any international land border gate between Cambodia and neighboring countries. The stamping fee is the fee you have to pay in cash directly at a Vietnam airport when you pick up your visa.

There are no officially required vaccinations. Travelers are advised to check with their doctor or travel immunization clinic regarding the advisability of inoculation against typhoid, tetanus, hepatitis A & B and malaria. It is recommended that all travelers take out comprehensive Personal Travel Insurance to cover personal belongings, or in case of an accident or illness, etc.

The usual voltage is 220V, 50Hz. A two-pin (ungrounded) plug is more popular than the three-pin one. If you have any devices needing a special outlet, please bring its adapter kit. The best investment is a universal AC adapter, which will enable you to plug it in anywhere without damaging the appliances.

The local currency is the Riel, although the US dollar is widely accepted throughout the country and in all major markets. In recent years the rate of exchange has been floating at around USD1 = 4,000 Riels. Some most-used Riel denominations include: 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000 notes.

Local time is GMT + 7 hours. Most business offices are open from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., Mondays through Fridays. Banks generally operate from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Most private companies work on Saturdays, while government offices are closed.

Flight times may vary from day to day. Schedules are subject to change without prior notice. You should allow an hour at the airport for the check-in process prior to your flight departure. Baggage allowance is 20kg per person in economy class. Hand luggage should not weigh more than 7kg. You are recommended to reconfirm your intention to travel at least 24 hours prior to departure from all your points on your itinerary, even if you have a confirmed reservation.

It is easy and cheap to access the Internet and emails in Cambodia. There are a plenty of internet cafes and many are open until late at night. Currently the charge is between 50 cents to 1 USD per hour, and falling.

There are two gateways for international telephone access from Cambodia by dialing 001 or 007 followed by the country code and the phone number. There are also four cellular phone service providers offering convenient communication via the GSM system, therefore most of local people now carry mobile phones. International Direct Dialing (IDD) calls and faxing are also available.