Cambodia e-Visa for US Travelers: Who Needs It, How to Apply & Official Channel
Short answer: A visa is required for entry to Cambodia. For most US passport holders on short tourism or business trips, the usual path is a Cambodia e-Visa applied online before you fly through the official portal at evisa.gov.kh. You can apply up to 7 calendar days ahead of travel; the Royal Government of Cambodia recommends obtaining a visa prior to travel. Tourist and business visas are valid for 1 month from the date of entry. Start Cambodia e-Visa help on my-evisas.com. Stand: 18 August 2026.
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What is the Cambodia e-Visa?
The Cambodia e-Visa is an electronic visa you apply for online before arrival. It covers common short-stay purposes such as tourism (Type T) and business (Type E) through the same official portal family.
An approved e-Visa is entry permission — not visa-free travel. United States passport holders still need a valid visa or permitted entry route before they arrive.
Official apply channel
The official e-Visa website is evisa.gov.kh, provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia, as confirmed by the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Washington, D.C.
Apply on the official portal yourself, or use assisted filing: Start on my-evisas.com/visas/cambodia.
Who can apply — US citizens
US citizens visiting Cambodia for tourism or short business typically use the e-Visa or an alternative visa route such as visa on arrival (see the comparison guide).
The Royal Government of Cambodia recommends obtaining a visa prior to travel to avoid inconvenience — which makes pre-arrival e-Visa the path most US leisure travelers should plan around.
How long you can stay
According to U.S. Department of State guidance, tourist and business visas are valid for 1 month from the date of entry into Cambodia.
Confirm your permitted purpose, entries, and stay length on evisa.gov.kh when you select Type T or Type E.
Passport and documents
Your passport should be valid for at least six (6) months before the date of entry to Cambodia (Royal Embassy of Cambodia guidance).
When you apply online, use the same passport you will travel with. The official portal will list photo and upload requirements at the time of application — follow those live rules.
e-Visa fees — what to expect
Government fees for Type T (tourist) and Type E (business) e-Visas are displayed on evisa.gov.kh when you pay — verify the current amount on the official checkout screen before you submit.
Do not rely on third-party fee tables that may include extra service charges. The embassy sticker-visa fee for Type-T applications by mail is a separate channel and is not the same as the online e-Visa checkout.
For airport visa on arrival costs, see the e-Visa vs visa on arrival guide.
Processing and when to apply
U.S. Department of State guidance states you can apply online up to 7 calendar days ahead of your travel through the E-Visa Kingdom of Cambodia website.
Plan to apply early enough that you receive approval before departure. Processing times shown on evisa.gov.kh at the time of application are authoritative — we do not guarantee a fixed number of hours or days.
How to apply — overview
- Confirm your US passport and travel purpose fit Type T or Type E on evisa.gov.kh.
- Complete the online application and upload documents per portal instructions.
- Pay the government fee displayed at checkout.
- Wait for approval and keep your e-Visa approval document (print or digital per airline and immigration rules).
- Present your passport and e-Visa at Cambodian immigration on arrival.
If you also need the separate e-Arrival declaration for air entry, see the Cambodia e-Arrival guide — it is not a visa.
If your e-Visa is not approved
If your application is refused or not approved, review the reason on the official portal, correct any errors, and reapply if the system allows. Keep copies of payment receipts.
For complex cases (prior refusals, long stays, work purposes), confirm next steps with official immigration or embassy channels — my-evisas.com does not sell embassy sticker visas or consulate appointments.
FAQ
Do US citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. A visa is required for entry to Cambodia (U.S. Department of State). Most short-stay US travelers use an e-Visa online or visa on arrival — see the comparison guide.
How much does a Cambodia e-Visa cost?
Government fees for tourist and business e-Visas are shown on evisa.gov.kh at payment. Verify live amounts before you apply.
How long does Cambodia e-Visa processing take?
Apply up to 7 calendar days before travel (State.gov). The official portal displays processing time when you apply — confirm there; no guaranteed minutes.
What if my Cambodia e-Visa is rejected?
Review the portal message, fix errors, and reapply if permitted. For repeated issues, use official embassy or immigration guidance.
Is Cambodia e-Visa the same as visa on arrival?
No. e-Visa is applied online before travel; visa on arrival is obtained at the airport (DIY). Compare paths on e-Visa vs visa on arrival.
What photo do I need for Cambodia e-Visa?
Follow passport-style photo rules on evisa.gov.kh at application time.
Can I get a business e-Visa (Type E)?
Type E (business) is available through the same official e-Visa portal family. Confirm documents and purpose rules on evisa.gov.kh.
How my-evisas.com can help
my-evisas.com can help with Cambodia e-Visa (electronic) application support.
- Provided: Cambodia e-Visa application help → my-evisas.com/visas/cambodia
- Not provided: Airport visa on arrival counter filing, embassy sticker visas, visa extensions, or work/study lodgement
my-evisas.com is a private company, not a government website and not affiliated with the Royal Government of Cambodia or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation.
Sources
- Kingdom of Cambodia — e-Visa (evisa.gov.kh) (accessed 2026-08-18)
- Royal Embassy of Cambodia, Washington D.C. — Official e-Visa website (accessed 2026-08-18)
- U.S. Department of State — Cambodia International Travel Information (accessed 2026-08-18)
- Royal Embassy of Cambodia, Washington D.C. — Tourist visa Type-T (accessed 2026-08-18)
Important Notice
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. my-evisas.com is a private service provider and not a government authority, embassy, or consulate.
Visa requirements and entry regulations can change at short notice. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of the information provided. Only the official regulations in force at the time of your application are authoritative.
As of: 18 August 2026
Binding and up-to-date information is provided exclusively by the relevant official authorities. Please verify the currently applicable requirements before your application or travel: https://www.evisa.gov.kh/