Cambodia replaces embassy sticker visas with electronic visas

What changed

01 Issuance

Cambodian missions abroad stopped issuing sticker visas on 3 October 2026, following a directive from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation. All visas issued through missions are now electronic.

02 Existing stickers

Stickers issued before 3 October remain valid until their printed expiry date.

03 Applications

Procedures vary by mission. Bangkok still accepts in-person applications, while Osaka directs applicants to the official e-Visa portal.

What stays the same

01 Visa on arrival

Still available for eligible travellers at Phnom Penh (Techo), Siem Reap Angkor and Sihanoukville airports, and at the main land crossings with Vietnam and Laos.

02 e-Arrival Card

Still required separately from any visa. It is free and must be submitted within 7 days before arrival by air.

Related: China, Hong Kong and Macau pilot has ended

The 14-day visa-free pilot for mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau passport holders ran from 15 June to 15 October 2026. As of late October, no extension had been confirmed. Taiwan passports were not covered.

What we suggest you do

Confirm the route

Check which Cambodian mission or portal each applicant should use, as requirements differ by location.

Brief travellers

Make sure they carry their electronic visa document and complete the e-Arrival Card before flying.

Check registration and permits

Foreigners must be registered in the Foreigners Present in Cambodia System (usually handled by the hotel or host), and work requires the correct visa plus a Ministry of Labour work permit.

Review passports and plans

Revisit travel plans for Chinese, Hong Kong and Macau passport holders now the visa-free pilot has ended, and check current advisories before routing staff overland.