Cambodia Visa for Eritrean Citizens & How to Apply

A visa is REQUIRED for Eritrean passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Eritrean nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 14:00 - Friday - 02 August, 2024 5 days 23 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Eritreans who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Eritrean citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 14:00 - Friday - 02 August, 2024 5 days 23 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Eritrean transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Eritrean nationals need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of July 2024, 3,576,697 Eritrean passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. Eritrean passports must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for a minimum of 6 months at the time of application.


Visa requirement summary:

Can Eritrean citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Eritrean passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Eritrean citizens is 1125 ERN.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 14:30 - Thursday - 01 August, 2024 at Asmara local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Travelers from Eritrea 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 Eritrea citizens?

In order to get an eVisa for Cambodia, Eritrean citizens need to guarantee the following things:

  • Your Eritrea passport must be valid for at least 6 months of your entry into Cambodia and should have at least 2 black pages.
  • You have a soft copy of your full passport personal detail page (in jpeg format)
  • You have a soft copy of your portrait (in jpeg format, meeting the Vietnam evisa photo requirements).
  • You have an active email to receive Evisa
  • You have a credit card/debit card to make payment.

Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in Eritrea

At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Asmara, Eritrea.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Kuwait
(It is a 1788.1 km distance from Asmara with 2 hours, 58 minutes flight)
Surra, Block1, Street 1, Villa 25, State of Kuwait

Phone
+965 25310029
To call the embassy from Eritrea, please dial +None

Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm (Close now)

Time Right Now
Asmara: 14:18 PM, Saturday 27 July 2024
Kuwait: 14:18 PM, Saturday 27 July 2024
Time Difference: None

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Kuwait

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Eritrean citizens

There are two available methods for Eritrean citizens and foreign passports living in Eritrea to apply for a visa to Cambodia.

Cambodia eVisa

Applying for an eVisa from Eritrea? Here is a step-by-step guide:

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Eritrean passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 1125 ERN)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 14:00 PM, Eritrea local time on 02 August 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

Eritrean nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 450 Nakfa(ERN)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 525 Nakfa(ERN)

Eligible ports of entry

Eritrean 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 Asmara Eritrea)
Phnom Penh International Airport 7025.9 km / 4365.7 miles (11 hours, 42 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 6877.4 km / 4273.4 miles (11 hours, 27 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 6918.6 km / 4299.0 miles (11 hours, 31 minutes)
Cham Yeam 6817.0 km / 4235.9 miles (11 hours, 21 minutes)
Poipet 6737.9 km / 4186.7 miles (11 hours, 13 minutes)
Bavet 7178.2 km / 4460.3 miles (11 hours, 57 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 7102.8 km / 4413.5 miles (11 hours, 50 minutes)

Eritrea & Cambodia travel information

Eritrea Cambodia Differences
Local time 14:18 (27 July, 2024) 18:18 (27 July, 2024) There is no time difference between Eritrea and Cambodia.
Population 3,576,697 16,861,699 13,285,002 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather light rain 40°C (Asmara) overcast clouds 29°C (Phnom Penh) 11°C higher than Cambodia
Distance Asmara
  • Phnom Penh (7026.0 km / 4366.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (6877.0 km / 4273.0 miles)
Average distance is 6951 km or 4319 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Eritrea
  • Upcoming holiday is The Prophet's Birthday which will occur in 1 month, 2 weeks.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Sept. 22, 2024 which will start in 1 month, 3 weeks (Asmara local time)

Eritrea Public Holidays 2024

The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Eritrea.

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
The Prophet's Birthday Monday, 16 September 2024 1 month, 2 weeks
September Equinox Sunday, 22 September 2024 1 month, 3 weeks
Constitutional Day Tuesday, 24 September 2024 1 month, 3 weeks
Commemoration Day of King's Father Tuesday, 15 October 2024 2 months, 2 weeks
King's Coronation Day Tuesday, 29 October 2024 3 months
Independence Day Saturday, 09 November 2024 3 months, 1 week
December Solstice Saturday, 21 December 2024 4 months, 3 weeks
New Year's Eve Tuesday, 31 December 2024 5 months
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 5 months
New Year's Day Wednesday, 01 January 2025 5 months

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Eritrea?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Eritrea.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Eritrean nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Eritrean citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 1125 ERN) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Eritrea?

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 14:30 PM on 01 August 2024 (Asmara local time).

What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?

If you are currently living in Eritrea, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.