Cambodia Visa for Vietnamese

Overview

Vietnamese citizens enjoy 30-day visa-free access to Cambodia as fellow ASEAN members and close neighbors. With a shared 1,270 km border, travel between the two countries is common and convenient.

Multiple land border crossings and direct flights make Cambodia easily accessible for Vietnamese tourists, business travellers, and those visiting family.

Visa Options for Vietnamese

Visa Exemption Details

The 30-day visa exemption covers most Vietnamese travel to Cambodia.

Entry Requirements

• Valid Vietnamese passport (6+ months recommended)
• Completed arrival/departure card
• Proof of onward travel (may be requested)

Process

1. Present passport at immigration (air or land)
2. Receive 30-day entry stamp
3. Keep departure card for exit

Land Border Crossings

Vietnam and Cambodia share multiple land border crossings. Popular routes include:

Main Crossings

• Moc Bai – Bavet: Most popular, Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh (6 hours by bus)
• Xa Xia – Prek Chak: Southern route to Kep/Kampot
• Tinh Bien – Phnom Den: Access to Takeo province
• Le Thanh – O'Yadav: Central Highlands to Ratanakiri

Entry Requirements

Vietnamese Passport

• Valid for duration of stay
• 6+ months validity recommended
• At least one blank page

Other Documents

• Return/onward ticket (may be checked at airports)
• Hotel booking (sometimes requested)
• Sufficient funds for stay

Extending Your Stay

Options for Vietnamese needing more than 30 days:

• Border run: Exit and return for new 30 days (easy via land border)
• Business Visa: Extendable 1-12 months
• Tourist Visa: One 30-day extension available

Tips for Vietnamese Travellers

• Transport: Buses from HCMC take 6-7 hours to Phnom Penh
• Currency: USD is primary—exchange VND at border
• Language: Some Vietnamese spoken in border areas
• SIM: Buy at border or airport—Smart or Cellcard
• Embassy: Vietnamese Embassy in Phnom Penh
• Community: Large Vietnamese-Cambodian community

Embassy & Consular Services

Check your country's foreign affairs website for the nearest embassy or consular representative covering Cambodia. Several countries maintain embassies directly in Phnom Penh.

Getting to Cambodia from Vietnam

There are no direct flights from most countries to Cambodia. Common connection points include Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, and various Middle Eastern hubs.

Key Airports in Cambodia

• Phnom Penh (PNH): Main international gateway
• Siem Reap (REP): Gateway to Angkor Wat
• Sihanoukville (KOS): Coastal resort area

Border Crossing Tips

Best Entry Points

• Phnom Penh Airport: Most international arrivals
• Siem Reap Airport: Best for Angkor Wat visits
• Poi Pet (Thai border): Popular overland crossing from Bangkok
• Bavet (Vietnam border): Common crossing from Ho Chi Minh City

E-Visa vs Visa on Arrival

The e-Visa ($36) is recommended over visa on arrival ($30) as it saves time at immigration. E-Visa is accepted at all airports and major land borders.

Practical Tips

• Bring clean, post-2006 US Dollar bills
• Have a passport photo (4x6cm) ready for VOA
• Print e-Visa approval in two copies

Health & Insurance

Recommended Vaccinations

• Routine: Hepatitis A, Typhoid (strongly recommended)
• Recommended: Hepatitis B, Tetanus-Diphtheria booster
• Consider: Japanese Encephalitis (rural areas), Rabies (extended stays)
• Malaria: Prophylaxis for remote border regions; not needed in main tourist areas

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance with medical evacuation coverage is essential. Local healthcare is limited outside Phnom Penh.

• Ensure coverage includes medical evacuation to Bangkok or Singapore
• Hospital quality varies significantly — Royal Phnom Penh Hospital offers Western-standard care

Healthcare

No reciprocal healthcare agreements exist with Cambodia. All medical costs are out-of-pocket or through private insurance.