Cambodia Visa for Central African Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for Central African passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa types | Requirements | Information | Application |
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Tourist (Type-T) | Visa required | For Central African nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 12:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 11 hours from now |
Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 12:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 11 hours from now |
Transit visa | Not required | For Central African transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do Central African citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of December 2024, 4,913,145 Central African passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. It allows a single entry and a maximum stay of 30 days in Cambodia for tourism purposes. Central African passports must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for a minimum of six months at the time of application.
Visa requirement summary:
Can Central African citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | Yes, Central African passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia. |
eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for Central African citizens is 45273 XAF. |
eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 12:30 - Thursday - 12 December, 2024 at Bangui local time) |
Visa on arrival eligibility: | Central African passport holders are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival (VoA) for Cambodia. |
How to apply? | Online eVisa application |
What are requirements to get Cambodia evisa for Central African Republic citizens?
Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Central African citizens:
- Your Central African Republic passport must be valid for at least 6 months of your entry into Cambodia and should have at least 2 black pages.
- A soft copy of your full passport personal detail page (in jpeg format)
- A soft copy of your portrait photo (in jpeg format, meeting the Cambodia evisa photo requirements - 4x6cm, white background).
- An active email to receive Evisa
- A credit card/debit card to make payment.
Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in Central African Republic
At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Bangui, Central African Republic.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.
Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt
(It is a 3145.8 km distance from Bangui with 5 hours, 14 minutes flight)
Villa No.2E, Gamal Hemdan St/Charles De Gaulle St., Dokki, Giza, Egypt
Phone
+202 37629973/ +202 33351137
To call the embassy from Central African Republic, please dial +20
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Close now)
Time Right Now
Bangui: 00:51 AM, Saturday 07 December 2024
Giza: 01:51 AM, Saturday 07 December 2024
Time Difference: Giza 1.0 hour ahead Bangui
How to Get Cambodia Visa for Central African citizens
There are two available methods for Central African citizens and foreign passports living in Central African Republic to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from Central African Republic? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Central African passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 45273 XAF)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 12:00 PM, Central African Republic local time on 13 December 2024).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Central African nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 18109 CFA Franc BEAC(XAF)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 21127 CFA Franc BEAC(XAF)
Eligible ports of entry
Central African visitors holding a valid eVisa can enter at one of the following ports of entry and exit in Cambodia:
Ports of entry/exit | Distance and travel time (from Bangui Central African Republic) |
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Phnom Penh International Airport | 9506.2 km / 5906.9 miles (15 hours, 50 minutes) |
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 9382.4 km / 5829.9 miles (15 hours, 38 minutes) |
Sihanoukville International Airport | 9381.6 km / 5829.5 miles (15 hours, 38 minutes) |
Cham Yeam | 9295.2 km / 5775.8 miles (15 hours, 29 minutes) |
Poipet | 9244.4 km / 5744.2 miles (15 hours, 24 minutes) |
Bavet | 9654.0 km / 5998.7 miles (16 hours, 5 minutes) |
Trapeang Kriel | 9617.9 km / 5976.3 miles (16 hours, 1 minutes) |
Central African Republic & Cambodia travel information
Central African Republic | Cambodia | Differences | |
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Local time | 00:51 (07 December, 2024) | 06:51 (07 December, 2024) | Central African Republic is Giza 1.0 hour ahead Bangui Cambodia. |
Population | 4,913,145 | 16,947,597 | 12,034,452 fewer than Cambodia. |
Current weather | few clouds 35°C (Bangui) | light rain 31°C (Phnom Penh) | 4°C higher than Cambodia |
Distance | Bangui |
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Average distance is 9440 km or 5866 miles. |
Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is Dec. 21, 2024 which will start in 1 week, 6 days (Bangui local time) |
Central African Republic Public Holidays 2024
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Central African Republic.
Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
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December Solstice | Saturday, 21 December 2024 | 1 week, 6 days |
January 1 Bank Holiday | Wednesday, 01 January 2025 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
New Year | Wednesday, 01 January 2025 | 3 weeks, 3 days |
Coptic Christmas Day | Tuesday, 07 January 2025 | 4 weeks, 2 days |
Victory over Genocide Day | Tuesday, 07 January 2025 | 4 weeks, 2 days |
Revolution Day January 25 | Saturday, 25 January 2025 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
International Women Day | Saturday, 08 March 2025 | 3 months |
March Equinox | Thursday, 20 March 2025 | 3 months, 1 week |
Eid el Fitr | Monday, 31 March 2025 | 3 months, 3 weeks |
Eid el Fitr Day 2 | Tuesday, 01 April 2025 | 3 months, 3 weeks |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Central African Republic?
No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Central African Republic.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Central African nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for Central African citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 45273 XAF) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Central African Republic?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 12:30 PM on 12 December 2024 (Bangui local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in Central African Republic, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.