Dong Kralor – Veun Kham (Trapeang Kriel) Border Crossing — Laos to Cambodia Guide
Cambodia's only Laos crossing and the gateway to the 4000 Islands (Si Phan Don). Open.
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Dong Kralor – Veun Kham (Trapeang Kriel)
Cambodia's only Laos crossing and the gateway to the 4000 Islands (Si Phan Don). Open.
Overview
Dong Kralor–Veun Kham (also called Trapeang Kriel) is the sole land crossing between Cambodia and Laos, in the far north near Stung Treng. It is the gateway to Laos's 4000 Islands (Si Phan Don). The Cambodia e-Visa is accepted, and Laos offers visa on arrival. The crossing is open.
Quick Facts
Cambodian side
Dong Kralor / Trapeang Kriel (Stung Treng)
Laos side
Veun Kham (Laos)
Hours
7:00 AM – 5:00 PM
e-Visa accepted
Yes
Visa on arrival
Yes ($30 tourist)
Nearest hubs
Stung Treng (~1h) ↔ 4000 Islands (~30 min)
Crossing Procedure
- 1Travel to the border from Stung Treng (~1h) or on a through-bus from Phnom Penh/Kratie
- 2Complete Cambodian exit formalities
- 3Cross to Veun Kham and get a Laos Visa on Arrival ($30–42, bring a passport photo)
- 4Continue by minivan to the 4000 Islands (Don Det/Don Khon, ~30 min + boat)
Transport
Through-buses run from Phnom Penh, Kratie and Stung Treng to the 4000 Islands, handling both borders. Minivans meet arrivals on the Laos side.
Tips
- •Laos Visa on Arrival costs about $30–42 depending on nationality
- •Bring a passport photo and small USD notes
- •Watch for inflated "stamp fees" — ask for a receipt
- •The Cambodia e-Visa is accepted at this crossing
Scam awareness
MEDIUM — occasional inflated transport prices and unofficial "fees". Use only official immigration counters, and see our Cambodia scams guide.
Dong Kralor – Veun Kham (Trapeang Kriel) FAQ
No — Dong Kralor–Veun Kham (Trapeang Kriel) is the only land crossing between Cambodia and Laos. It is open and connects to the 4000 Islands.
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