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Cambodia Visa for China Citizens 2026

Visa on Arrival

China citizens can obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival in Cambodia at designated entry points for USD 30; the visa is single-entry with a 30-day stay and may be extended once for up to 30 more days at the immigration office.

Guide last updated September 4, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport validity: passport must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry and have at least 1 blank visa page.
  • Specific forms: no pre-arrival form; you will fill out the visa-on-arrival form at the immigration desk on arrival.
  • Financial proof: not required to show bank statements; you should have enough funds to cover the visa fee and stay (no fixed amount specified).
  • Accommodation and return ticket: no fixed requirement, but having a hotel booking and onward/return ticket can help if asked by officers.
  • Photo spec: one passport photo (4x6 cm) with a white background, taken within the last 6 months.
  • Biometrics: not required for visa on arrival.
  • Travel health insurance: not required, but recommended for medical costs during your stay.

Visa types

  • Tourist visa on arrival: Official name Tourist visa on arrival; Validity 30 days from issue; Max stay 30 days; Entry Single; Approx fee USD 30.
  • Business visa on arrival: Official name Business visa on arrival; Validity 30 days from issue; Max stay 30 days; Entry Single; Approx fee USD 35.
  • Student visa on arrival: Not available at visa-on-arrival counters; apply via embassy/online channels.
  • Work visa on arrival: Not available at visa-on-arrival counters; apply via embassy/online channels.

Visa on arrival

  • Ports offering visa on arrival: major international airports in Cambodia (Phnom Penh International Airport PNH, Siem Reap International Airport REP, Sihanoukville International Airport) and select land border crossings (e.g., Poipet on the Thai border, Cham Yeam and Bavet borders with Vietnam/Thailand). The exact list is subject to current government guidance.
  • Steps at arrival: proceed to immigration desk, present your passport, complete the visa-on-arrival form, provide 1 passport photo if required, pay the visa fee (USD 30 for tourist visa)

Fees & processing time

  • VOA fee: USD 30 per applicant (tourist visa on arrival).
  • VFS/BLS service fee: not applicable for visa on arrival; this applies to embassy/consulate processing, not to VOA at the port.
  • Total cost estimate: USD 30 per person for the visa on arrival itself.
  • Standard processing time: typically immediate to 15–30 minutes at the port, depending on queue and port conditions; land border processing can take longer.
  • Express/priority option: not available for VOA; processing times depend on crowd at the desk.

Tips for China travelers

  • How far in advance to apply: Visa on arrival requires no pre-application; if you want to avoid queues, consider applying online for an e-visa before travel (via the official portal https://www.evisa.gov.kh/). The e-visa has its own fee and processing times.
  • Common rejection reasons for China applicants specifically: passport validity less than 6 months at entry, insufficient blank pages, damaged passport, incorrect or missing information on the visa-on-arrival form, lack of cash in acceptable currency to pay the visa fee, or failure to provide a passport photo if required.
  • VFS/BLS vs direct embassy application: VOA is obtained directly at the port of entry (no appointment or third-party service). If you choose the e-visa option or a embassy/consulate route, use the official e-visa portal or contact the Cambodian embassy; avoid unofficial intermediaries.
  • Travel advisories or bilateral notes: check the latest entry requirements and travel advisories on the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFAIC) site and the official e-visa portal prior to travel; requirements can change.
  • Extension options inside Cambodia: a 30-day tourist visa on arrival can be extended once at the Cambodian Immigration Department (e.g., Phnom Penh) for an additional 30 days; typical extension fees run around USD 45, and processing is usually 2–3 business days. Bring your current passport, visa, and a passport photo if required.

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

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This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.