British passport holders apply 100% online — no trip to the Cambodian Embassy in London, no courier of your passport, just a 10-minute form and email delivery before your flight from Heathrow, Manchester or Edinburgh.
The complete picture of the Cambodia tourist visa and Cambodia e-Visa for British citizens: fees, processing time, requirements, and what actually happens at the border.
Cambodia eVisa for British citizens
Yes — British citizens need a visa for Cambodia. Every Full British passport holder must arrange either a Type T tourist eVisa or a Type E business electronic visa before travel, exactly as gov.uk advises. The Cambodia online visa is approved by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 3 business days and remains the simplest route from the UK, sitting alongside the e-Arrival form that has been mandatory for every British visitor since July 2024.
Cambodia tourist visa $80, Cambodia business visa $90 — both prices are all-inclusive. Upload your passport bio page and a photo, fill in a few details, and your electronic visa lands in your inbox before you fly.
What you don't need:
No embassy visit or appointment
No flight booking required before you apply
No hotel reservation needed
No bank statement or proof of funds
No paperwork beyond your passport and photo
Once approved, your eVisa allows a 30-day single entry stay within 3 months of the issue date. Need longer? Extend at any local immigration office in Cambodia before your 30 days run out.
Per gov.uk Foreign Travel Advice, your full British passport must be valid 6 months beyond entry. gov.uk specifically requires a full British passport (not an emergency travel document) for Cambodia entry. British travellers searching "Cambodia e-Arrival" often miss that it's a separate form from the eVisa — we handle both in one flow. British travellers fly from Heathrow, Manchester or Edinburgh via the Gulf hubs — apply a week ahead.
Tip for British travellers: Apply at least one week before your departure from Heathrow, Manchester or Edinburgh — long-haul connections through Doha, Dubai, Singapore or Bangkok give very little buffer time if a photo or passport scan needs re-uploading.
From application to email
How British Citizens Apply for a Cambodia eVisa
The Cambodia online visa application takes 4 simple steps — form to inbox in 3 business days. Our team handles everything between paying and printing your approved electronic visa.
Fill your application
Enter every detail exactly as printed on your Full British passport — middle names included — because the Cambodian Ministry matches strings character-for-character against the chip.
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Pay securely
Upload a recent colour photo on a white background that matches UK passport photo standards (no smiling, no glasses), since gov.uk-style portraits are accepted by the Cambodian e-Visa system.
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Expert review & submit
Pay the all-inclusive $80 USD tourist or $90 USD business fee — your card statement will show the equivalent in GBP at checkout because Stripe handles the FX at the live interbank rate.
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eVisa delivered to your email
Receive the approved electronic visa by email as a printable PDF — bring two copies through Heathrow security in case your phone battery dies before you reach Phnom Penh.
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What you need
What British Citizens Need for a Cambodia Visa Application
Valid passport
Valid British passport with at least 6 months remaining validity from your arrival date in Cambodia — the standard Cambodia visa requirements rule.
Passport-style photo
Digital passport-style photo on white background. We resize it to government specs automatically.
Passport bio page scan
Clear scan or photo of your passport bio page (the page with your photo and details). JPG, PNG, PDF, or HEIC up to 10 MB.
Email address
Active email address where your approved eVisa will be delivered. Use one you check daily.
Payment method
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. All payments are in USD.
Travel dates
Your planned arrival date in Cambodia. Your eVisa is valid for 3 months from the issue date, not your travel date.
No flight booking required
No hotel reservation required
No bank statement required
That's everything. No embassy appointment. No paperwork. No surprises.
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Choose your visa
Tourist or Business eVisa: Which Should British Travellers Choose?
Pick the Cambodia eVisa type that matches your travel purpose. Choosing wrong can result in entry denial or fines under Cambodian immigration law.
Tourist eVisa
For leisure travel, family visits and short stays.
The Tourist eVisa is the right choice for most British travellers visiting Cambodia. It covers sightseeing in Siem Reap, beach time in the Koh Rong islands, visiting Angkor Wat, and staying with family or friends — anything that isn't paid work or formal business activity.
Best for: tourism, leisure, visiting family or friends, short cultural trips
Allows: hotel stays, sightseeing, beach travel, river cruises
Does NOT allow: paid work, formal business meetings, signing deals
Apply: 100% online in 10 minutes — no embassy visit needed
All-inclusive pricing — government processing fee, expert review, photo optimisation, and e-Arrival guidance bundled in. No surprises at the border.
Most UK travellers choose the Type T tourist eVisa at $80 USD for cultural trips with operators like Bamboo Travel or Selective Asia, while British professionals working with Phnom Penh-based NGOs, garment factories or development consultancies need the Type E business visa at $90 USD because it can be extended indefinitely.
Important: Using a Tourist visa for business activities (meetings, deals, employment) violates Cambodian immigration law and may result in deportation or future entry bans. When in doubt, choose Business.
Border entry
Where British Citizens Can Enter Cambodia with Their eVisa
The approved Cambodia e-Visa entry points cover every international airport and the major land borders — except where noted below.
Arriving by Air
Phnom Penh International
Airport code PNH
Angkor International, Siem Reap
Airport code SAI
Sihanoukville International
Airport code KOS
Arriving by Land
Bavet
Land crossing from Vietnam
Tropaeng Kreal
Land crossing from Laos
O Smach
Land crossing from Thailand
Important: eVisa is only valid at designated entry points. Cham Yeam and Poipet are currently closed for eVisa entry — verify before travel. Land borders sometimes have stricter document checks than airports; arriving by air is the smoothest option for first-time visitors. Last confirmed: May 2026.
Smart choice
Cambodia eVisa vs Visa on Arrival for British Citizens
Both options exist for British travellers. The Cambodia e-Visa beats the Cambodia Visa on Arrival on every dimension that matters — price predictability, queue time, and pre-approval before you fly.
British travellers often blend the temples of Angkor Wat with a riverside stay in Phnom Penh and a stretch on the southern coast at Kep or Kampot. UK couples regularly book the Bamboo Travel-style Angkor-Mekong-Saigon corridor, while UK families lean toward Siem Reap base camps with Tonle Sap floating-village day trips inside the 30-day Type T window.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap
The world's largest religious monument and Cambodia's most iconic site. Most visitors base themselves in Siem Reap for 2–3 days to explore the temple complex at sunrise.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Phnom Penh
Cambodia's capital blends French colonial architecture with vibrant street markets, the Royal Palace, and sobering history at the Killing Fields and S-21 museum.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Koh Rong Islands
Some of Southeast Asia's last undeveloped beaches. Accessible by ferry from Sihanoukville — no internal flights or extra visas needed.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Kampot & Kep
A slow-paced riverside town famous for its pepper farms, French colonial buildings, and the freshwater crab market at Kep — a perfect 2-day escape from the cities.
Your Cambodia eVisa covers all regions — no internal visa or border crossing required once you're inside the country.
Practical advice from travellers who've been — currency, connectivity, weather, and the eVisa print rule that catches everyone out at Cambodian immigration.
Currency
US dollars are accepted almost everywhere alongside Cambodian Riel. You do not need to exchange currency before flying — small change comes back in Riel.
Best time to visit
November to April (dry season). May to October brings monsoon rains — southern coastal regions are most affected. November to February is the sweet spot for Angkor Wat.
Connectivity
Buy a local SIM at Phnom Penh or Siem Reap airport ($2–3 USD). Most foreign phones work on GSM. Metfone and Smart are the recommended carriers — both have airport kiosks.
Health
No mandatory vaccinations. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are commonly recommended. Drink bottled water only — even in major hotels. Carry mosquito repellent for evening visits to temples.
Print your eVisa
Print 2 copies of your approved eVisa on A4 paper. Cambodian immigration does NOT accept mobile screenshots. We email PDF-ready files with print instructions.
Getting around
Tuk-tuks are everywhere — agree the fare first. The PassApp and Grab apps give metered, cashless rides in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Domestic flights link the major cities.
Also traveling?
Visa Requirements for Other Southeast Asia Countries
Many British travellers booking a Cambodia visa for British citizens combine their trip with neighbouring countries. Here's what you need to know about visas for nearby Southeast Asia destinations.
Everything left to know before you apply for your Cambodia tourist visa or Cambodia e-Visa. If your question isn't here, our team replies via WhatsApp or email within minutes.
Do UK citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes — British passport holders need a Type T tourist visa or Type E business visa for any stay. The Cambodia electronic visa is approved by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 3 business days, and gov.uk advises arranging the visa before travel.
How much is the Cambodia eVisa for UK citizens?
The Type T tourist online visa is $80 USD and the Type E business eVisa is $90 USD through our service. The Cambodian government fee alone is $30 USD; the rest covers Ministry of Foreign Affairs submission and email delivery of the QR code visa. Your card statement will show the equivalent in GBP at checkout.
What does gov.uk say about Cambodia visa requirements for British nationals?
gov.uk requires a Full British passport with at least 6 months validity beyond the date of entry and at least one blank page. The Cambodia online visa is highlighted as the simplest route for UK travellers, replacing the older paper visa.
How long does the Cambodia visa take for British passport holders?
Standard processing is 3 business days for British applicants under the e-Visa system. Travellers flying from London-Heathrow, Manchester or Edinburgh with a connection in Doha, Dubai, Singapore or Bangkok should apply at least one week ahead.
Is the e-Arrival card mandatory for British travellers?
Yes — since July 2024 every British visitor must submit the Cambodia e-Arrival form within 7 days before arrival. It is separate from the eVisa and is checked at boarding by airlines flying to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap.
Can British citizens get a Cambodia visa on arrival?
Yes — visa on arrival is available to British passport holders at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville airports for $30-36 USD cash. The electronic visa is preferred because pre-approval avoids airport queues after a long flight from the UK.
How long can British citizens stay in Cambodia on the tourist eVisa?
The Type T tourist online visa allows a 30-day stay from the date of entry, with the visa valid 90 days from issue. UK travellers wanting more time in Siem Reap or Angkor Wat can extend once inside Cambodia.
Can British citizens extend the Cambodia visa inside the country?
Yes — the Type T tourist e-Visa can be extended for a further 30 days through the General Department of Immigration in Phnom Penh. Many British travellers use a local agent in Siem Reap to handle the paperwork while they continue sightseeing.
What is the difference between a British and a UK passport for Cambodia?
They are the same document — gov.uk refers to it as a Full British passport. Full British passport holders apply through the standard $80 USD tourist e-Visa; British Nationals (Overseas) and other variants may need to check eligibility separately.
