Cambodia Visa for Ugandan Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Ugandan nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 14:00 - Friday - 11 October, 2024 4 days 11 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Ugandans who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Ugandan citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 14:00 - Monday - 14 October, 2024 7 days 11 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Ugandan transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Ugandan citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of October 2024, 46,960,048 Ugandan 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. Ugandan 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 Ugandan citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Ugandan passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Ugandan citizens is 277616 UGX.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 14:30 - Friday - 11 October, 2024 at Kampala local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Ugandan 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 Uganda citizens?

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

  • Your Uganda 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 Uganda

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

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt
(It is a 3188.9 km distance from Kampala with 5 hours, 18 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 Uganda, please dial +20

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

Time Right Now
Kampala: 02:04 AM, Monday 07 October 2024
Giza: 02:04 AM, Monday 07 October 2024
Time Difference: Giza 1.0 hour behind Kampala

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Ugandan citizens

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

Cambodia eVisa

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

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Ugandan passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 277616 UGX)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 14:00 PM, Uganda local time on 11 October 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 111046 Shilling(UGX)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 129554 Shilling(UGX)

Eligible ports of entry

Ugandan 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 Kampala Uganda)
Phnom Penh International Airport 8076.8 km / 5018.7 miles (13 hours, 27 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 7974.4 km / 4955.1 miles (13 hours, 17 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 7941.3 km / 4934.5 miles (13 hours, 14 minutes)
Cham Yeam 7866.7 km / 4888.1 miles (13 hours, 6 minutes)
Poipet 7839.6 km / 4871.3 miles (13 hours, 3 minutes)
Bavet 8219.5 km / 5107.4 miles (13 hours, 41 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 8216.4 km / 5105.4 miles (13 hours, 41 minutes)

Uganda & Cambodia travel information

Uganda Cambodia Differences
Local time 02:04 (07 October, 2024) 06:04 (07 October, 2024) Uganda is Giza 1.0 hour behind Kampala Cambodia.
Population 46,960,048 16,908,200 30,051,848 more than Cambodia.
Current weather moderate rain 25°C (Kampala) moderate rain 31°C (Phnom Penh) 6°C lower than Cambodia
Distance Kampala
  • Phnom Penh (8077.0 km / 5019.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (7974.0 km / 4955.0 miles)
Average distance is 8019 km or 4983 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Uganda
  • Upcoming holiday is December Solstice which will occur in 2 months, 1 week.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Oct. 15, 2024 which will start in 1 week (Kampala local time)

Uganda Public Holidays 2024

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

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
Commemoration Day of King's Father Tuesday, 15 October 2024 1 week
King's Coronation Day Tuesday, 29 October 2024 3 weeks
Independence Day Saturday, 09 November 2024 1 month
December Solstice Saturday, 21 December 2024 2 months, 1 week
January 1 Bank Holiday Wednesday, 01 January 2025 2 months, 3 weeks
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 2 months, 3 weeks
Coptic Christmas Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 2 months, 4 weeks
Victory over Genocide Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 2 months, 4 weeks
Revolution Day January 25 Saturday, 25 January 2025 3 months, 2 weeks
International Women Day Saturday, 08 March 2025 5 months

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Uganda?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Uganda.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Ugandan nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Ugandan citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 277616 UGX) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

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

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 14:30 PM on 11 October 2024 (Kampala local time).

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

If you are currently living in Uganda, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.