Cambodia Visa for Gambian Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Gambian nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 11:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 10 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Gambians who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Gambian citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 11:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 10 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Gambian transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Gambian citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of December 2024, 2,485,576 Gambian 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. Gambian 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 Gambian citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Gambian passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Gambian citizens is 5081 GMD.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 11:30 - Thursday - 12 December, 2024 at Banjul local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Gambian 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 Gambia citizens?

Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Gambian citizens:

  • Your Gambia 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 Gambia

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

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in France
(It is a 4063.7 km distance from Banjul with 6 hours, 46 minutes flight)
Imm. "Le Palais dHiver" 149, boulevard , Stalingrad 69100, Lyon, France

Phone
+33 4 78.93.04.81
To call the embassy from Gambia, please dial +33

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

Time Right Now
Banjul: 00:05 AM, Saturday 07 December 2024
Lyon: 01:05 AM, Saturday 07 December 2024
Time Difference: Lyon 1.0 hour ahead Banjul

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in France

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Gambian citizens

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

Cambodia eVisa

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

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Gambian passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 5081 GMD)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 11:00 AM, Gambia local time on 13 December 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 2032 Dalasi(GMD)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 2371 Dalasi(GMD)

Eligible ports of entry

Gambian 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 Banjul Gambia)
Phnom Penh International Airport 12854.4 km / 7987.4 miles (21 hours, 25 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 12675.1 km / 7875.9 miles (21 hours, 7 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 12769.7 km / 7934.7 miles (21 hours, 16 minutes)
Cham Yeam 12653.6 km / 7862.6 miles (21 hours, 5 minutes)
Poipet 12537.5 km / 7790.5 miles (20 hours, 53 minutes)
Bavet 13008.4 km / 8083.1 miles (21 hours, 40 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 12875.3 km / 8000.3 miles (21 hours, 27 minutes)

Gambia & Cambodia travel information

Gambia Cambodia Differences
Local time 00:05 (07 December, 2024) 07:05 (07 December, 2024) Gambia is Lyon 1.0 hour ahead Banjul Cambodia.
Population 2,485,576 16,947,597 14,462,021 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather few clouds 31°C (Banjul) light rain 30°C (Phnom Penh) 1°C higher than Cambodia
Distance Banjul
  • Phnom Penh (12854.0 km / 7987.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (12675.0 km / 7876.0 miles)
Average distance is 12768 km or 7934 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Gambia
  • Upcoming holiday is Christmas Day which will occur in 2 weeks, 3 days.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Dec. 21, 2024 which will start in 1 week, 6 days (Banjul local time)

Gambia Public Holidays 2024

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

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
December Solstice Saturday, 21 December 2024 1 week, 6 days
Christmas Eve Tuesday, 24 December 2024 2 weeks, 2 days
Christmas Day Wednesday, 25 December 2024 2 weeks, 3 days
St Stephen's Day Thursday, 26 December 2024 2 weeks, 4 days
New Year's Eve Tuesday, 31 December 2024 3 weeks, 2 days
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 3 weeks, 3 days
New Year's Day Wednesday, 01 January 2025 3 weeks, 3 days
Victory over Genocide Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 4 weeks, 2 days
International Women Day Saturday, 08 March 2025 3 months
March Equinox Thursday, 20 March 2025 3 months, 1 week

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Gambia?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Gambia.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Gambian nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Gambian citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 5081 GMD) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

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

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 11:30 AM on 12 December 2024 (Banjul local time).

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

If you are currently living in Gambia, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.