Cambodia Visa for Sao Tomean Creole Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for Sao Tomean Creole 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 Sao Tomean Creole nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 11:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 12 hours from now |
Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 11:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 12 hours from now |
Transit visa | Not required | For Sao Tomean Creole transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do Sao Tomean Creole citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of December 2024, 223,218 Sao Tomean Creole 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. Sao Tomean Creole 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 Sao Tomean Creole citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | Yes, Sao Tomean Creole passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia. |
eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for Sao Tomean Creole citizens is 75 USD. |
eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 11:30 - Thursday - 12 December, 2024 at Sao Tome local time) |
Visa on arrival eligibility: | Sao Tomean Creole 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 Sao Tome and Principe citizens?
Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Sao Tomean Creole citizens:
- Your Sao Tome and Principe 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 Sao Tome and Principe
At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Sao Tome, Sao Tome and Principe.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.
Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt
(It is a 4197.0 km distance from Sao Tome with 6 hours, 59 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 Sao Tome and Principe, please dial +20
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Close now)
Time Right Now
Sao Tome: 22:59 PM, Friday 06 December 2024
Giza: 00:59 AM, Saturday 07 December 2024
Time Difference: Giza 2.0 hours ahead Sao Tome
How to Get Cambodia Visa for Sao Tomean Creole citizens
There are two available methods for Sao Tomean Creole citizens and foreign passports living in Sao Tome and Principe to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from Sao Tome and Principe? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Sao Tomean Creole passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee 75 USD
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 11:00 AM, Sao Tome and Principe local time on 13 December 2024).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Sao Tomean Creole nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 30 US Dollar(USD)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 35 US Dollar(USD)
Eligible ports of entry
Sao Tomean Creole 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 Sao Tome Sao Tome and Principe) |
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Phnom Penh International Airport | 10883.7 km / 6762.8 miles (18 hours, 8 minutes) |
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 10764.8 km / 6688.9 miles (17 hours, 56 minutes) |
Sihanoukville International Airport | 10755.7 km / 6683.3 miles (17 hours, 55 minutes) |
Cham Yeam | 10672.7 km / 6631.7 miles (17 hours, 47 minutes) |
Poipet | 10627.3 km / 6603.5 miles (17 hours, 42 minutes) |
Bavet | 11030.1 km / 6853.8 miles (18 hours, 23 minutes) |
Trapeang Kriel | 11001.8 km / 6836.2 miles (18 hours, 20 minutes) |
Sao Tome and Principe & Cambodia travel information
Sao Tome and Principe | Cambodia | Differences | |
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Local time | 22:59 (06 December, 2024) | 05:59 (07 December, 2024) | Sao Tome and Principe is Giza 2.0 hours ahead Sao Tome Cambodia. |
Population | 223,218 | 16,947,597 | 16,724,379 fewer than Cambodia. |
Current weather | moderate rain 28°C (Sao Tome) | light rain 31°C (Phnom Penh) | 3°C lower than Cambodia |
Distance | Sao Tome |
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Average distance is 10819 km or 6723 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 (Sao Tome local time) |
Sao Tome and Principe Public Holidays 2024
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Sao Tome and Principe.
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 Sao Tome and Principe?
No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Sao Tome and Principe.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Sao Tomean Creole nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for Sao Tomean Creole citizens is approximately 75 USD for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Sao Tome and Principe?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 11:30 AM on 12 December 2024 (Sao Tome local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in Sao Tome and Principe, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.