Cambodia Visa for Surinamese Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Surinamese nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 08:00 - Friday - 02 August, 2024 6 days 6 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Surinameses who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Surinamese citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 08:00 - Friday - 02 August, 2024 6 days 6 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Surinamese transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Surinamese nationals need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of July 2024, 589,828 Surinamese passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. Surinamese 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 Surinamese citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Surinamese passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Surinamese citizens is 2820 SRD.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 08:30 - Thursday - 01 August, 2024 at Paramaribo local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Travelers from Suriname 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 Suriname citizens?

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

  • Your Suriname 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 Suriname

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

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Cuba
(It is a 3493.2 km distance from Paramaribo with 5 hours, 49 minutes flight)
5ta.Ave. No. 7001 e/ 70y 72, Miramar, Havana, Cuba

Phone
+537 204 1496
To call the embassy from Suriname, please dial +53

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

Time Right Now
Paramaribo: 01:51 AM, Saturday 27 July 2024
Havana: 00:51 AM, Saturday 27 July 2024
Time Difference: Havana 2.0 hours behind Paramaribo

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Cuba

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Surinamese citizens

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

Cambodia eVisa

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

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Surinamese passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 2820 SRD)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 08:00 AM, Suriname local time on 02 August 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 1128 Dollar(SRD)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 1316 Dollar(SRD)

Eligible ports of entry

Surinamese 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 Paramaribo Suriname)
Phnom Penh International Airport 17075.5 km / 10610.3 miles (28 hours, 27 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 16856.0 km / 10473.9 miles (28 hours, 5 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 17040.2 km / 10588.3 miles (28 hours, 24 minutes)
Cham Yeam 16904.7 km / 10504.1 miles (28 hours, 10 minutes)
Poipet 16734.1 km / 10398.1 miles (27 hours, 53 minutes)
Bavet 17219.7 km / 10699.8 miles (28 hours, 41 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 16990.7 km / 10557.5 miles (28 hours, 19 minutes)

Suriname & Cambodia travel information

Suriname Cambodia Differences
Local time 01:51 (27 July, 2024) 11:51 (27 July, 2024) Suriname is Havana 2.0 hours behind Paramaribo Cambodia.
Population 589,828 16,861,699 16,271,871 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather moderate rain 30°C (Paramaribo) light rain 31°C (Phnom Penh) 1°C lower than Cambodia
Distance Paramaribo
  • Phnom Penh (17076.0 km / 10610.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (16856.0 km / 10474.0 miles)
Average distance is 16974 km or 10547 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Suriname
  • 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 (Paramaribo local time)

Suriname Public Holidays 2024

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

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
September Equinox Sunday, 22 September 2024 1 month, 3 weeks
Constitutional Day Tuesday, 24 September 2024 1 month, 3 weeks
Beginning of the War of Independence Thursday, 10 October 2024 2 months, 1 week
Commemoration Day of King's Father Tuesday, 15 October 2024 2 months, 2 weeks
King's Coronation Day Tuesday, 29 October 2024 3 months
Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday, 03 November 2024 3 months
Independence Day Saturday, 09 November 2024 3 months, 1 week
December Solstice Saturday, 21 December 2024 4 months, 3 weeks
Christmas Day Wednesday, 25 December 2024 4 months, 3 weeks
New Year's Eve Tuesday, 31 December 2024 5 months

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Suriname?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Suriname.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Surinamese nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Surinamese citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 2820 SRD) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

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

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 08:30 AM on 01 August 2024 (Paramaribo local time).

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

If you are currently living in Suriname, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.