Cambodia Visa for Kuwaiti Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Kuwaiti nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 14:00 - Friday - 02 August, 2024 6 days 5 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Kuwaitis who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Kuwaiti citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 14:00 - Friday - 02 August, 2024 6 days 5 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Kuwaiti transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Kuwaiti nationals need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of July 2024, 4,309,615 Kuwaiti passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. Kuwaiti 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 Kuwaiti citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Kuwaiti passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Kuwaiti citizens is 23 KWD.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 14:30 - Thursday - 01 August, 2024 at Kuwait local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Travelers from Kuwait 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 Kuwait citizens?

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

  • Your Kuwait 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 Kuwait

Kuwait

Address
Surra, Block1, Street 1, Villa 25, State of Kuwait

Phone
+965 25310029

Fax
+965 25310026

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

Current time
Kuwait: 08:15 AM (Asia/Kuwait)

Email
camemb.kwt@mfaic.gov.kh

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Kuwait

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Kuwaiti citizens

There are three available methods for Kuwaiti citizens and foreign passports living in Kuwait to apply for a visa to Cambodia.

Cambodia eVisa

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

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Kuwaiti passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 23 KWD)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 14:00 PM, Kuwait local time on 02 August 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Visa at local Cambodia embassy

If you are in Kuwait and have questions about Cambodia visas, contact the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Kuwait. If you are currently outside of Kuwait, contact your nearest Cambodian Embassy or Consulate. In general, a visa application at the embassy of Cambodia in Kuwait may include the following documents:

  • Actual (Original) Kuwaiti passport.
  • Visa application form with one (1) attached 2x2 passport photo.
  • Scan of Kuwaiti passport bio-page.
  • Visa fee of $30 USD or ~ 9 Kuwaiti Dinar(KWD) in form of Money Order.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 9 Kuwaiti Dinar(KWD)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 11 Kuwaiti Dinar(KWD)

Eligible ports of entry

Kuwaiti 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 Kuwait Kuwait)
Phnom Penh International Airport 6230.1 km / 3871.2 miles (10 hours, 23 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 6036.4 km / 3750.8 miles (10 hours, 3 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 6164.9 km / 3830.7 miles (10 hours, 16 minutes)
Cham Yeam 6038.6 km / 3752.2 miles (10 hours, 3 minutes)
Poipet 5901.6 km / 3667.1 miles (9 hours, 50 minutes)
Bavet 6382.8 km / 3966.1 miles (10 hours, 38 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 6225.4 km / 3868.3 miles (10 hours, 22 minutes)

Kuwait & Cambodia travel information

Kuwait Cambodia Differences
Local time 08:15 (27 July, 2024) 12:15 (27 July, 2024) Kuwait is 4.0 hours behind Cambodia.
Population 4,309,615 16,861,699 12,552,084 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather few clouds 41°C (Kuwait) light rain 31°C (Phnom Penh) 10°C higher than Cambodia
Distance Kuwait
  • Phnom Penh (6230.0 km / 3871.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (6036.0 km / 3751.0 miles)
Average distance is 6140 km or 3815 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Kuwait
  • Upcoming holiday is September Equinox which will occur in 1 month, 3 weeks.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Sept. 22, 2024 which will start in 1 month, 3 weeks (Kuwait local time)

Kuwait Public Holidays 2024

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

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 Kuwait?

Yes. The embassy of Cambodia in Kuwait is located at Surra, Block1, Street 1, Villa 25, State of Kuwait.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Kuwaiti nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Kuwaiti citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 23 KWD) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

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

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

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

If you are currently living in Kuwait, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.
  • Call the embassy of Cambodia in Kuwait for visa information: +965 25310029.