Cambodia Visa for Zambian Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Zambian nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 13:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 11 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Zambians who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Zambian citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 13:00 - Friday - 13 December, 2024 6 days 11 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Zambian transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Zambian citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of December 2024, 18,906,371 Zambian 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. Zambian 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 Zambian citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Zambian passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Zambian citizens is 1947 ZMW.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 13:30 - Thursday - 12 December, 2024 at Lusaka local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Zambian 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 Zambia citizens?

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

  • Your Zambia 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 Zambia

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

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt
(It is a 4813.5 km distance from Lusaka with 8 hours, 1 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 Zambia, please dial +20

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

Time Right Now
Lusaka: 01:54 AM, Saturday 07 December 2024
Giza: 01:54 AM, Saturday 07 December 2024
Time Difference: None

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Zambian citizens

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

Cambodia eVisa

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

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Zambian passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 1947 ZMW)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 13:00 PM, Zambia local time on 13 December 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 779 Zambian Kwacha(ZMW)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 909 Zambian Kwacha(ZMW)

Eligible ports of entry

Zambian 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 Lusaka Zambia)
Phnom Penh International Airport 8924.4 km / 5545.4 miles (14 hours, 52 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 8873.7 km / 5513.8 miles (14 hours, 47 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 8768.5 km / 5448.5 miles (14 hours, 36 minutes)
Cham Yeam 8724.8 km / 5421.3 miles (14 hours, 32 minutes)
Poipet 8750.6 km / 5437.4 miles (14 hours, 35 minutes)
Bavet 9049.6 km / 5623.2 miles (15 hours, 4 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 9119.6 km / 5666.6 miles (15 hours, 11 minutes)

Zambia & Cambodia travel information

Zambia Cambodia Differences
Local time 01:54 (07 December, 2024) 06:54 (07 December, 2024) There is no time difference between Zambia and Cambodia.
Population 18,906,371 16,947,597 1,958,774 more than Cambodia.
Current weather scattered clouds 34°C (Lusaka) light rain 31°C (Phnom Penh) 3°C higher than Cambodia
Distance Lusaka
  • Phnom Penh (8924.0 km / 5545.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (8874.0 km / 5514.0 miles)
Average distance is 8887 km or 5522 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Zambia
  • Upcoming holiday is Christmas Day which will occur in 2 weeks, 3 days.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Dec. 21, 2024 which will start in 1 week, 6 days (Lusaka local time)

Zambia Public Holidays 2024

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

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
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 Zambia?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Zambia.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Zambian nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Zambian citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 1947 ZMW) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

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

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 13:30 PM on 12 December 2024 (Lusaka local time).

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

If you are currently living in Zambia, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.