Cambodia Tourist Visa for Indians 2026: Fees & Requirements

Before you start your Cambodia visa application, make sure you have these essentials ready:

• Passport valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry with 1 blank page
• One recent passport-size photo (4cm x 6cm, white background) for the e-Visa upload
• Completed online application via the official e-Visa portal (evisa.gov.kh)
• Approved e-Visa printed (2 copies), or USD 30 cash in clean notes for Visa on Arrival
• Confirmed return or onward flight ticket within your 30-day stay
• Hotel bookings for every night of your stay in Cambodia
• The free Cambodia e-Arrival Card completed online within 7 days before your flight
• Travel insurance covering the whole trip (recommended)
• Bank statement or proof of funds for the stay (recommended, not always asked)
•  A credit or debit card to pay the e-Visa fee online

The key thing to know about Cambodia is that it is one of the easiest countries in Asia for Indian travellers to enter — there is no embassy appointment, no biometrics and no sponsorship paperwork. You can apply for the e-Visa online in about 15 minutes and receive approval in around 3 business days, or simply get a visa on arrival at the airport in 15-30 minutes. Since 1 January 2025 the tourist e-Visa costs the same as the visa on arrival — USD 30 — after a fee cut from USD 36, and a separate free e-Arrival Card completes the entry package. India is not on Cambodia's visa-exemption list (which covers ASEAN members plus Maldives and Seychelles), so a visa is required on every visit — but the process is fast, cheap and entirely online.

Important: Cambodia does not use VFS Global or any other visa agency for tourist visas — you apply directly on the official portal at evisa.gov.kh with no service charge, or pay cash on arrival at the airport or border. The USD 30 fee is non-refundable, even if the visa is refused. Airport Visa on Arrival queues cost nothing extra, but carrying USD 30 in clean, undamaged bills avoids any payment friction.

Angkor — the largest religious monument on Earth. Angkor Wat, built in the 12th century, is the world's biggest temple complex and the reason most Indians visit. Watching the sunrise behind its five lotus towers, wandering the stone faces of Bayon and squeezing through the jungle-wrapped corridors of Ta Prohm feels like stepping into a lost world — a fair comparison to the greatest temples of India, but completely different in character.

Khmer history and culture run deep. Cambodia was the heart of the mighty Khmer Empire, which ruled much of Southeast Asia from the 9th to the 15th century. Beyond Angkor, the Bayon's 200 serene faces, the pink sandstone of Banteay Srei and the waterside life of the Tonle Sap lake show a civilisation Indian travellers find fascinatingly familiar in spirit.

Temples and beaches in one trip. Cambodia packs a whole Southeast Asia into one small country — the temple city of Siem Reap, the bustling capital Phnom Penh with its Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, and the white-sand islands of Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem off Sihanoukville, where bungalows sit metres from the water.

Riverside life and floating villages. Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, reverses its flow with the seasons and hosts whole villages that float on stilts and boats. A boat trip to Kampong Khleang or Kompong Phluk is one of the most memorable experiences in the country.

Dramatic history, told with dignity. Phnom Penh's Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Choeung Ek Killing Fields offer a sobering but important lesson in Cambodia's modern history. Indian travellers consistently say the memorials are the most moving part of their trip, and visiting them with respect is an essential part of understanding the country today.

Indian citizens who want to visit Cambodia for tourism, holidays, or to visit family and friends can apply for a tourist visa through either of two routes — the online e-Visa before travel, or a Visa on Arrival at the airport or land border. Both are single-entry visas allowing a stay of up to 30 days, and both are valid for 90 days from the date of issue.

You do not need to visit an embassy or consulate for the tourist visa. The Royal Embassy of Cambodia in New Delhi exists for long-stay, business and transit visas, but ordinary tourist travel is handled entirely by the e-Visa portal and the border authorities — one of the main reasons Cambodia is so popular for short-notice trips from India.

The immigration officer at the border assesses whether you genuinely intend a temporary tourist visit. Entry is granted on the strength of a valid passport, a return or onward ticket, and proof of accommodation — so carry those even though they are usually only spot-checked. Strong ties to India are not scrutinised the way they are for Schengen visas, but a confirmed return ticket is the one document that is almost always checked.

For the full document list, eligibility details and all visitor categories, see the main Cambodia visa guide.

The visa fee is the same regardless of trip length — what changes is how much proof of funds and onward travel you carry, and whether you book the e-Visa ahead or pay cash on arrival.

Getting your Cambodia tourist visa does not require obscure paperwork. Most of what you need is standard for any international trip:

·        Passport — valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry, with at least 1 blank page. The same rule applies to any older passports you hold.

·        Passport photo — One recent colour photo, 4cm x 6cm, white background, full face visible. The e-Visa needs a digital scan; the Visa on Arrival needs one physical print.

·        Return ticket — A confirmed return or onward flight within your 30-day stay. This is the one document border officers most often ask for, so never arrive without it.

·        Hotel bookings — Confirmed reservations for your stay in Cambodia, or the address of the family or friends you are visiting. Refundable bookings from Booking.com or Agoda are ideal.

·        Bank statement or proof of funds — Cambodia has no formal minimum balance, but showing you can cover roughly USD 20-40 per day makes entry smooth. A recent bank statement is usually enough.

·        Travel insurance — Recommended, with medical cover of at least USD 50,000 given that hospital facilities outside Phnom Penh are basic. Not mandatory, but strongly advised.

·        e-Arrival Card — The free online Cambodia e-Arrival Card, completed within 7 days before your flight. You need the QR code at immigration, and it applies to all air arrivals regardless of visa type.

Cover letter — Not required for a Cambodia tourist visa. Unlike Schengen countries, Cambodia does not ask for an itinerary letter, salary slips or tax returns for a short tourist stay. If you are a first-time traveller or have a long gap between trips, a one-page note with your hotel details and return flight can smooth the border interview — but it is optional, not mandatory.

If you are visiting family or friends — Carry the host's name, address and contact number written down, and a copy of their passport or residence document if available. Unlike France or Germany, Cambodia does not require a formal invitation letter or host registration for a tourist visa, but the host's details will be asked for on the e-Visa form and occasionally at immigration.

The Cambodia tourist visa runs through the official e-Visa portal, with Visa on Arrival as the fallback at airports and major land borders. There is no agency step and no appointment system. Here is the compressed step-by-step:

1.      Decide your route — the e-Visa (3 business days, apply 1-2 weeks ahead) or the Visa on Arrival (15-30 minutes at the border, cash USD 30). For peak season (November-March), the e-Visa is the safer choice.

2.      Go to the official e-Visa portal at evisa.gov.kh — beware of lookalike sites charging inflated fees; the official government fee is USD 30 and nothing more.

3.      Fill in the application — personal details, passport information, intended arrival date, entry point, hotel address and return flight. The form is in English, so no translation is needed.

4.      Upload your passport bio-page scan and digital photo (4cm x 6cm, white background), then pay USD 30 by credit or debit card.

5.      Wait for approval — typically 3 business days, often faster (24-48 hours), but up to 2 weeks in peak season. Print at least 2 copies of the approved e-Visa.

6.      Complete the free e-Arrival Card online within 7 days before your flight — you need the QR code it generates for immigration at the airport.

7.      Fly and enter — present your printed e-Visa, passport and e-Arrival Card QR at immigration, and check the entry stamp dates before leaving the counter.

Expert tip: If you are travelling in peak season (November-March), apply for the e-Visa at least 2 weeks before departure — approvals that normally take 3 business days can stretch to 2 weeks when Angkor season peaks. The Visa on Arrival is the best backup for last-minute travel, but it is cash-only (USD 30, clean notes) and peak-season queues at Phnom Penh can reach 30-45 minutes. The e-Visa is accepted at Cambodia's three international airports and the Bavet (Vietnam) and Tropaeng Kreal (Laos) land checkpoints — but not at every land crossing, so check before planning an overland entry.

The sweet spot for Indian tourists is November-February — the cool, dry season with temperatures around 25-30°C, perfect temple weather and the driest days for the Angkor sunrise experience. The hot season (March-May) is cheaper and quieter, while June-October brings monsoon rains that green the countryside, fill the moats and clear the crowds. Apply for your e-Visa 1-2 weeks before travel, and earlier if you travel in peak season.

Using a third-party e-Visa website. Lookalike portals charge USD 60-100 for what the official evisa.gov.kh charges USD 30 — some take your passport details and never deliver. Always check the URL before paying, and treat any site that is not evisa.gov.kh as unofficial.

Arriving without a return ticket. Cambodia's border officers ask for onward travel more often than any other document. Without a confirmed return or exit flight within 30 days, you can be refused entry at the immigration counter even with a valid e-Visa — buy the ticket before you fly, not after.

Ignoring the e-Arrival Card. Since September 2024, every air arrival must complete the free online e-Arrival Card within 7 days before landing. It is a separate step from the e-Visa — arriving without the QR code means filling in a paper form and joining a slower queue at the airport.

Entering at the wrong border crossing. The e-Visa is accepted at Cambodia's international airports and the Bavet and Tropaeng Kreal land checkpoints, but not at every land border. If you plan an overland entry from Thailand (Poipet, Cham Yeam), confirm the crossing accepts e-Visas first — or use the Visa on Arrival instead.

Carrying torn or damaged US dollars. Cambodia runs on a dual USD-riel currency system, and businesses and immigration alike reject torn, faded or marked notes. Bring clean, crisp USD bills in small denominations — you will often get change in riel.

Overstaying the 30 days. Overstaying costs USD 10 per day in fines, paid in cash at the airport, and overstays beyond 30 days can trigger an exit visa and a re-entry ban. If you want longer, apply for the one-time 30-day extension at the Immigration Department before your visa expires — don't let the stamp lapse.

Angkor Wat at sunrise is the moment every Indian traveller remembers. Standing at the reflection pool as the sky turns gold behind the five towers, with monks walking the causeway and the jungle waking up around you — it is one of the most photographed scenes on Earth, and it never disappoints. The temple complex is the largest religious monument in the world, and India's own temple traditions make the Khmer architecture feel strangely familiar.

The price feels like a dream. Cambodia is one of the cheapest destinations an Indian traveller can reach — a full meal with a drink for under ₹800, a tuk-tuk across Siem Reap for ₹200, and comfortable hotels from ₹2,000 a night. Budget travellers can do Cambodia for around ₹4,000 a day including temples, which is why it is such a popular first trip to Southeast Asia.

The temples keep coming. Angkor Wat is the headline, but Bayon's 200 stone faces, Ta Prohm's strangler-fig roots swallowing entire walls, Banteay Srei's intricate pink carvings and the half-flooded Beng Mealea deliver one unforgettable ruin after another. Three days inside the park barely scratches the surface.

The floating villages are a world apart. Tonle Sap lake's stilted communities — houses on stilts, schools and markets on boats, children paddling to class — give Indian visitors a glimpse of river life unlike anything in India's own lakeside towns. The sunset boat rides through the flooded forest are pure magic.

And the islands are raw, beautiful and quiet. Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem off Sihanoukville offer white sand, turquoise water and wooden bungalows with hammocks on the porch — at prices that make Goa look expensive. It is the perfect soft landing at the end of a temple-heavy trip.

Currency: Cambodia runs on a dual currency — US dollars and Cambodian riel. 1 USD is approximately ₹85, and about 4,000 riel to the dollar. Bring clean, undamaged USD notes in small denominations for taxis, temples and small shops; ATMs dispense dollars, and you will get change in riel — 100,000 riel is roughly ₹2,100.

Connectivity: Wi-Fi is good in hotels and cafés in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. Buy a local SIM or eSIM (Cellcard, Smart, Metfone) at the airport for around ₹500 — coverage is excellent even in the temple areas, and data is cheap.

Transport: Tuk-tuks are the classic Cambodian way to get around — ₹200-400 for a short city ride, ₹1,300-2,500 for a full temple tour day in Siem Reap. PassApp and Grab work well for metered rides; negotiate a fixed price before boarding an unbooked tuk-tuk. Domestic flights and comfortable buses (Giant Ibis, Mekong Express) link the major cities.

Food: Try amok (coconut fish curry steamed in banana leaf), lok lak (beef in lime-pepper sauce), fish amok, fresh spring rolls and the famous Kampot pepper crab. Khmer food is fragrant and coconut-based — lighter than Thai food and less spicy, with plenty of vegetarian options. Street food is cheap, but eat at busy stalls for freshness.

Weather: The cool dry season (November-February) is the best time to visit — 25-30°C with dry temple mornings. March-May is hotter (35°C+), and June-October brings short heavy rains, usually in the afternoon. Pack light cotton clothes, a good hat, sunscreen and a light rain jacket; temples require covered shoulders and knees, so carry a scarf or shawl.

All trip costs include return flights from India (₹22,000-45,000), the visa fee (₹2,500), accommodation, food, transport and activities. The Angkor pass is extra: USD 37 for one day, USD 62 for three days or USD 72 for seven days.

There are no daily non-stop flights between India and Cambodia — most routes connect once through Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore or Ho Chi Minh City. Thai Airways via Bangkok and Singapore Airlines via Singapore are the most comfortable options, while IndiGo and AirAsia offer the cheapest connections. Air Cambodia operates a limited weekly non-stop between Delhi and Phnom Penh (about 5 hours), so check schedules when planning. Return fares typically range from ₹22,000 to ₹45,000 depending on the season and route.