Cambodia Visa for Somalian Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for Somalian passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
| Visa types | Requirements | Information | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist (Type-T) | Visa required | For Somalian nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 14:00 - Sunday - 27 October, 2024 5 days 2 hours from now |
| Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 14:00 - Tuesday - 29 October, 2024 7 days 2 hours from now |
| Transit visa | Not required | For Somalian transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do Somalian citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of October 2024, 16,284,830 Somalian 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. Somalian 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 Somalian citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | Yes, Somalian passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia. |
| eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for Somalian citizens is 42920 SOS. |
| eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 14:30 - Monday - 28 October, 2024 at Mogadishu local time) |
| Visa on arrival eligibility: | Somalian 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 Somalia citizens?
Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Somalian citizens:
- Your Somalia 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 Somalia
At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Mogadishu, Somalia.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.
Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Kuwait
(It is a 2700.1 km distance from Mogadishu with 4 hours, 30 minutes flight)
Surra, Block1, Street 1, Villa 25, State of Kuwait
Phone
+965 25310029
To call the embassy from Somalia, please dial +None
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Open now)
Time Right Now
Mogadishu: 11:34 AM, Tuesday 22 October 2024
Kuwait: 11:34 AM, Tuesday 22 October 2024
Time Difference: None
How to Get Cambodia Visa for Somalian citizens
There are two available methods for Somalian citizens and foreign passports living in Somalia to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from Somalia? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Somalian passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 42920 SOS)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 14:00 PM, Somalia local time on 27 October 2024).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Somalian nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 17168 Shilling(SOS)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 20029 Shilling(SOS)
Eligible ports of entry
Somalian 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 Mogadishu Somalia) |
|---|---|
| Phnom Penh International Airport | 6480.8 km / 4027.0 miles (10 hours, 48 minutes) |
| Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 6375.4 km / 3961.5 miles (10 hours, 37 minutes) |
| Sihanoukville International Airport | 6347.7 km / 3944.3 miles (10 hours, 34 minutes) |
| Cham Yeam | 6270.4 km / 3896.2 miles (10 hours, 27 minutes) |
| Poipet | 6240.2 km / 3877.5 miles (10 hours, 24 minutes) |
| Bavet | 6624.7 km / 4116.4 miles (11 hours, 2 minutes) |
| Trapeang Kriel | 6616.9 km / 4111.6 miles (11 hours, 1 minutes) |
Somalia & Cambodia travel information
| Somalia | Cambodia | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 11:34 (22 October, 2024) | 15:34 (22 October, 2024) | There is no time difference between Somalia and Cambodia. |
| Population | 16,284,830 | 16,917,888 | 633,058 fewer than Cambodia. |
| Current weather | scattered clouds 32°C (Mogadishu) | moderate rain 25°C (Phnom Penh) | 7°C higher than Cambodia |
| Distance | Mogadishu |
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Average distance is 6422 km or 3990 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is Oct. 29, 2024 which will start in 6 days, 8 hours (Mogadishu local time) |
Somalia Public Holidays 2024
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Somalia.
| Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| King's Coronation Day | Tuesday, 29 October 2024 | 6 days, 8 hours |
| Independence Day | Saturday, 09 November 2024 | 2 weeks, 3 days |
| December Solstice | Saturday, 21 December 2024 | 1 month, 4 weeks |
| New Year's Eve | Tuesday, 31 December 2024 | 2 months, 1 week |
| New Year | Wednesday, 01 January 2025 | 2 months, 1 week |
| New Year's Day | Wednesday, 01 January 2025 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Victory over Genocide Day | Tuesday, 07 January 2025 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Isra and Miraj | Monday, 27 January 2025 | 3 months |
| National Day | Tuesday, 25 February 2025 | 4 months |
| Liberation Day | Wednesday, 26 February 2025 | 4 months |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Somalia?
No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Somalia.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Somalian nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for Somalian citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 42920 SOS) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Somalia?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 14:30 PM on 28 October 2024 (Mogadishu local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in Somalia, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.