Cambodia Visa from Dubai: Complete Guide 2026

Cambodia requires a visa from almost every nationality in the world — the only exceptions are a handful of ASEAN member states and a few countries with bilateral visa-free agreements. For Dubai residents regardless of passport nationality, a visa is almost certainly required. The good news is that Cambodia makes the process straightforward with two convenient options.

The Cambodia e-Visa is the recommended route for Dubai residents. The application is entirely online through the official Cambodia e-Visa portal (evisa.gov.kh), takes about 10 minutes to complete, and is processed within 3 business days. Here is the step-by-step process.

1. 1Visit the official Cambodia e-Visa portal at evisa.gov.kh. This is the only official government website — avoid third-party sites that charge additional fees.
2. 2Click "Apply Now" and select "Tourist Visa (T)" as your visa type.
3. 3Enter your personal details exactly as they appear on your passport: full name, date of birth, nationality, passport number, and expiry date.
4. 4Upload a digital passport photo: white or light background, face clearly visible, 4x6 cm equivalent, JPEG format, under 1MB.
5. 5Upload a scanned copy of your passport biographical page (the photo page). Must be clear and legible.
6. 6Enter your travel details: intended arrival date, port of entry (Phnom Penh International Airport or Siem Reap International Airport), and accommodation address in Cambodia.
7. 7Pay the e-Visa fee of USD 36 by credit or debit card (Visa, MasterCard, or JCB accepted).
8. 8Submit your application and save the confirmation email with your reference number.
9. 9Wait for processing — the standard time is 3 business days. Check the portal status page if needed.
10. 10Upon approval, download your e-Visa document. Print two copies: one for check-in at Dubai airport and one for Cambodia immigration on arrival.

OraVisa recommends applying for the Cambodia e-Visa at least 7 to 10 days before your departure from Dubai. While the official processing time is 3 business days, applying early gives you buffer time for any corrections. If your application is rejected (rare but possible due to incorrect details or a poor-quality photo), you will have time to reapply.

Cambodia's visa policy is one of the most straightforward in the world: almost everyone needs a visa, and almost everyone can get one. Unlike many countries where visa requirements vary significantly by nationality, Cambodia treats most nationalities equally for tourist visas.

The important takeaway for Dubai residents is that regardless of whether you hold a UAE passport, Indian passport, Pakistani passport, British passport, or virtually any other nationality, the Cambodia visa process is the same: apply for an e-Visa online or obtain a visa on arrival. The fee and process are identical across nationalities.

If you did not apply for an e-Visa before departure, the visa on arrival process at Cambodia's international airports is well-established and handles thousands of travellers daily. Here is what to expect when arriving at Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) or Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI).

1. 1Before landing, complete the Cambodia arrival/departure card provided by the airline. Fill in all fields accurately.
2. 2After disembarking, follow the "Visa on Arrival" signs to the VOA counter (located before the main immigration hall).
3. 3Pick up a visa application form at the counter and fill it in. You will need: full name, passport number, nationality, purpose of visit, and accommodation address.
4. 4Submit your passport, completed form, one passport photo (4x6 cm), and USD 30 in cash at the VOA counter.
5. 5Wait for your visa to be processed — this typically takes 10 to 20 minutes depending on the queue.
6. 6Collect your passport with the visa sticker and proceed to the main immigration counter for entry stamping.
7. 7Present your passport with visa and the completed arrival card at immigration. Your entry stamp will be placed alongside the visa.

The standard Cambodia tourist visa (both e-Visa and VOA) grants 30 days of stay. If you wish to stay longer, Cambodia allows a single extension of 30 additional days, giving you a maximum of 60 days on a tourist visa. Extensions are processed at the Immigration Department in Phnom Penh.

• Extension cost: USD 45 for an additional 30 days (total stay: 60 days)
• Where to apply: Department of Immigration, Phnom Penh (some travel agencies can arrange this on your behalf)
• Processing time: 3 to 5 business days for extensions
• You must apply before your current 30-day visa expires — overstaying incurs fines of USD 10 per day
• For stays beyond 60 days, you would need a different visa category (Ordinary/Business Visa Type E)

If you plan to stay in Cambodia longer than 30 days, the Ordinary Visa (Type E) is worth considering. It costs USD 35 for a 30-day single entry but can be extended for up to 1 year. This visa is popular with digital nomads and long-term travellers from the UAE who want an extended Southeast Asian stay.

There are no direct flights from Dubai to Cambodia as of 2026. Most Dubai travellers reach Cambodia via a connection in Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, or Ho Chi Minh City. The total journey time ranges from 9 to 14 hours depending on your connection city and layover duration.

Bangkok is the most popular transit city for Dubai-Cambodia flights due to the frequency of Emirates and flydubai flights to Bangkok, combined with excellent onward connections to both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. If your primary destination is Angkor Wat, fly directly to Siem Reap (REP) to avoid an additional domestic journey from Phnom Penh.