Cambodia Visa for Myanmar Citizens

Overview

Myanmar citizens enjoy 30-day visa-free access to Cambodia as fellow ASEAN members. Both countries share deep Theravada Buddhist heritage, similar temple architecture, and warm cultural connections.

Cambodia is accessible to Myanmar travellers primarily by air, as the two countries do not share a direct land border. Thailand serves as the main transit country for overland travel. The growing number of direct flights between Yangon and Phnom Penh makes the journey increasingly convenient.

Simply present your valid Myanmar passport at any international entry point for a 30-day stamp at no charge.

Entry Requirements

Required Documents

• Valid Myanmar passport (6+ months validity recommended)
• Proof of onward/return travel (may be requested)
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Accommodation booking (occasionally requested at airports)

Entry Process

1. Complete arrival/departure card
2. Present passport at immigration
3. Receive 30-day entry stamp
4. Keep departure card for exit

Visa Options for Extended Stays

Embassy & Consular Services

Myanmar Embassy in Phnom Penh

• Address: No. 181, Street Norodom Boulevard, Phnom Penh
• Phone: +855 23 223 761
• Services: Passport services, consular assistance, travel documents

Cambodian Embassy in Yangon

• Address: No. 25, Royal Lake Circle, Taw Win Road, Dagon Township, Yangon
• Phone: +95 1 549 141

Getting to Cambodia from Myanmar

Flights

• Yangon → Phnom Penh: Direct flights available (~2 hours). Airlines vary by season.
• Yangon → Bangkok → Phnom Penh/Siem Reap: Most common connection route via Bangkok (~5-7 hours total).
• Yangon → Kuala Lumpur → Phnom Penh: AirAsia operates both legs. Budget option (~6-8 hours).

Overland via Thailand

• Myanmar → Mae Sot/Myawaddy → Bangkok → Poi Pet → Cambodia: Long overland route through Thailand. Multi-day journey.
• Myanmar → Bangkok (fly) → Cambodia: Fly to Bangkok, then bus or fly to Cambodia.

Approximate Costs

• Direct flight Yangon-Phnom Penh: USD 150-350 return
• Via Bangkok: USD 200-400 return total

Border Crossing Tips

Entry Points

• Phnom Penh Airport (PNH): Main international gateway for flights from Myanmar.
• Siem Reap Airport (REP): For Angkor Wat visits.
• All international entry points: Visa-free for Myanmar citizens at airports and land/sea borders.

Practical Tips

• No visa fee — just present passport for 30-day stamp
• Bring USD cash — Myanmar Kyat not accepted in Cambodia
• Exchange money at the airport or use ATMs (which dispense USD)
• Use ASEAN lanes at immigration where available

Health & Insurance

Health Considerations

• Similar climate: Both countries are tropical; health precautions are similar
• Buddhist temples: Similar etiquette — remove shoes, cover shoulders and knees
• Water: Drink bottled water only
• Dengue: Risk exists; use mosquito repellent especially during rainy season

Vaccinations

• Routine: Hepatitis A, Typhoid
• Recommended: Hepatitis B, Tetanus booster
• Consider: Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas), Rabies (extended stays)

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is recommended. Myanmar public healthcare does not extend to Cambodia. Hospital quality in Phnom Penh is generally better than most Myanmar provincial facilities.

• Ensure coverage for medical evacuation if visiting remote areas
• Royal Phnom Penh Hospital and SOS International Clinic offer reliable care