🇰🇭Visa options for Cambodia
Cambodia offers 15 permit types across 7 categories — an accessible, USD-based system centred on the Tourist T Visa ($30, 30 days), the Ordinary E Visa ($35, gateway to all long-term extensions), ER Retirement ($155/year, ages 55+), CM2H long-term residency ($50K–85K, 10 years), and the K-Class Visa free for ethnic Cambodians abroad. All workers need a separate Work Permit via FWCMS. 2 lead to citizenship; 11 don't require a job offer.
15permit types
7categories
2citizenship pathways
11no job needed
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Visa categories in Cambodia
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Visitor (3)
Visa-Free Entry (ASEAN & Select Countries) 11 Countries
Free. 30 days for Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Maldives, Seychelles; 14 days for Brunei, Indonesia, Myanmar, Thailand. e-Arrival Card required for air arrivals.
Tourist Visa (Type T) USD 30
USD 30 on arrival/embassy; USD 36 online e-visa (includes USD 6 processing fee at evisa.gov.kh). 30 days. Extendable once for 30 more days at USD 45. Cannot convert to long-term visa in-country.
Ordinary Visa (Type E) — Initial Entry USD 35
USD 35 on arrival/embassy; USD 41 online. 30 days initial stay. The gateway for all long-term extensions (EB, EG, ES, ER, ET). Must be extended in-country before expiry.
Work (3)
EB Visa Extension (Business & Employment) USD 45–300
USD 45 (1 month) → USD 300 (12 months with multiple entry). The standard long-term stay for workers and business owners. Work permit required for 6-month and 12-month renewals since 2024. Applied at immigration or via local agents.
ET Visa Extension (Technician) USD 45–285
For licensed technicians in specific industries (engineers, electricians, etc.). Requires a professional license recognised by the relevant Cambodian ministry plus a work permit.
Work Permit & Employment Card USD 130/year
Mandatory for all foreign workers. Applied via FWCMS at fwcms.mlvt.gov.kh. Employer must first get a Foreign Employee Quota (FEQ). Quota: 10% of workforce. Renewed by 31 March each year. Fine for working without permit: approx. USD 12,600.
Special (5)
EG Visa Extension (Job Seeker / General) USD 45–160
For foreigners actively seeking employment. Max 6 months total, single-entry only (leaving Cambodia cancels it), renewable once. Bridge while arranging work permit and EB extension.
ER Visa Extension (Retirement) USD 155/year
For retirees aged 55+. USD 155 per year, renewable annually. No language test, minimum investment, or minimum stay. Proof of retirement income or financial stability required. No employment permitted.
K-Class Visa (Cambodian Descent) Free
Free lifetime multiple-entry visa for foreign passport holders of Cambodian ethnic descent. Unrestricted work rights — no separate work permit needed. Pathway to Cambodian citizenship.
B-Class Visa (Official / International Organisation) Free
Free. For employees of UN agencies, WHO, World Bank, etc. entering on official invitation from the Royal Government of Cambodia. Duration of assignment.
C-Class Visa (Courtesy / NGO) Free
Free. For staff of registered international NGOs with a valid MOU with Cambodia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Duration of assignment/project.
Study (1)
ES Visa Extension (Student) USD 45–285
For foreign nationals enrolled in a registered Cambodian school, college, or university. Enrolment verification letter required. Up to 12 months, renewable annually. No employment permitted.
Permanent (1)
Cambodia My Second Home (CM2H) — Long-Term Residency USD 50K–85K
Up to 10 years renewable. Two routes: USD 50,000 one-time membership fee OR USD 85,000 in approved real estate. No minimum stay, no language test, no income requirements. Work permit required for employment. Pathway to Cambodian citizenship after 5 years. Restricted: Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, North Korea, Syria.
Family (1)
Family Dependent Stay (E-Visa Extension) USD 35–300
Cambodia has no formal family visa. Each family member (spouse, child) obtains their own Type E visa and extends it as EB. No separate 'family visa' category exists — individual applications required.
Humanitarian (1)
Refugee Status (UNHCR-Assisted) Free
Free. Cambodia is a 1951 Refugee Convention signatory but has very limited capacity (~28 registered refugees as of 2024). UNHCR Cambodia provides assistance. Access to the asylum system is limited.
Frequently Asked Questions about moving to Cambodia
How many visa types does Cambodia offer?
Cambodia offers 15 permit types across 7 categories. The core system centres on two entry visa types — the Tourist T Visa ($30, 30 days) and the Ordinary E Visa ($35, 30 days). The E Visa can then be extended in-country as EB (business/employment), EG (job seeker), ES (student), ER (retirement, 55+), or ET (technician). Long-term options include the CM2H residency program and the K-Class visa for ethnic Cambodians. All foreign workers must also hold a separate Work Permit from the Ministry of Labour.
Can I move to Cambodia without a job offer?
Yes — 11 of Cambodia's 15 permit types don't require a pre-arranged job offer. These include the Tourist T Visa, the Ordinary E Visa, the ER Retirement extension (for 55+), the EG Job Seeker extension, the ES Student extension, the CM2H long-term residency program (investment-based), the K-Class Visa (ethnic Cambodians), and family dependent stays.
How does the Cambodia ER Retirement Visa work?
The ER Retirement Visa extension is available to foreign nationals aged 55 or above. It converts an initial Ordinary E Visa into an annual renewable stay in Cambodia without the need to work. Cost is approximately USD 155 per year. No language test, minimum investment, or minimum stay requirement. Proof of retirement income or financial stability is required. It's one of Southeast Asia's most affordable and accessible retirement visa options.
What is the Cambodia CM2H long-term residency program?
The Cambodia My Second Home (CM2H) program is Cambodia's investment-based long-term residency offering up to 10 years of renewable residency. Two routes qualify: a one-time USD 50,000 membership fee, or a USD 85,000 investment in approved real estate. There is no minimum stay requirement, no language test, and no medical requirements. Work rights are available with a separate work permit. After 5 years, CM2H holders may apply for Cambodian citizenship.
How do I check my eligibility for Cambodia visas?
Use VisaMatch's free eligibility checker. Enter your nationality, age, occupation, income, and education. You'll see every Cambodia permit you qualify for, with links to official sources at evisa.gov.kh (e-visa) and fwcms.mlvt.gov.kh (work permits). Note: all foreign workers in Cambodia must hold both a valid visa and a separate work permit from the Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training.
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