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Your Complete Guide to Cambodia Visas — Managed for You

A visa is mandatory to enter Cambodia. Choosing the right visa from the start is essential, as a wrong choice can prevent you from obtaining a long-term stay.
For expatriation, retirement, work, or business creation, BCC manages your visa from entry to long-term extension, ensuring a fast, legal, and stress-free process.


Visa Entry Requirements

To settle and live in Cambodia, you must enter with an “E” Visa (Ordinary Visa).
This visa is valid for 30 days and must be extended to a 6-month or 12-month Resident Visa.

  • Visa E (“Ordinary”): Required for long-term stay. Available online (e-Visa) or on arrival. Valid for 30 days, single entry.
  • Tourist Visa (T): Valid for 1 month, extendable once for 1 month. Not eligible for conversion to a long-term visa.
  • Visa K: For Cambodian nationals (permanent until passport expiry).
  • Other visas: B (official), C (courtesy/NGO), A (diplomatic).

Important: If you choose the wrong entry visa, it will not be possible to extend it to a long-term visa without leaving the country.


Visa Types We Manage

Retirement Visa (ER)

  • For individuals 55 years or older.
  • No proof of income or blocked funds required.
  • Does not allow work in Cambodia.
  • Extensions: 1, 3, 6, or 12 months (multi-entry for 6 or 12 months).

Business Visa (EB)

  • For working or starting a company in Cambodia.
  • Extensions: 1, 3, 6, or 12 months.
  • Multi-entry for 6 or 12 months.
  • Work permit required for 6 or 12 months.

Student Visa (ES)

  • For students with an original enrollment certificate.
  • Extensions: 1, 3, 6, or 12 months.
  • Multi-entry for 6 or 12 months.

Prospection Visa (EP)

  • For those awaiting documents for a Business Visa.
  • Extension: 3 months only, one time.

Our Visa Services

  • e-Visa for entry to Cambodia (sent 5–7 days before departure)
  • Visa extension: Retirement, Business, Student — 6 or 12 months, multi-entry
  • Super Express option: 24 hours instead of 1 week
  • Work permit: For Business Visa holders
  • Possibility: 6-month Business Visa without work permit

We handle all documents and administrative steps for you — simple, fast, and secure.


Benefits of a Resident Visa

  • Multi-entry travel
  • Open a Cambodian bank account
  • Obtain a Cambodian driver’s license
  • Stay legally in Cambodia long-term

Before You Travel

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond the visa expiry date
  • At least 2 blank pages in your passport
  • If you already have a Cambodia visa, it must be in your current passport
  • For e-Visa, ensure your entry point accepts it

Fast, Legal, and Stress-Free Visa Processing

We manage your visa from entry to extension — whether for retirement, business, or study — with processing in as little as 24 hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to obtain a Business Visa in Cambodia?

To get a Business Visa (EB), you must first enter Cambodia with an E-type (ordinary) visa valid for 30 days.
Once you arrive, Business Center Cambodia (BCC) handles the extension to a Business Visa for 1, 3, 6, or 12 months.

Important: For 6- and 12-month extensions, you must have a valid Cambodian work permit.

How to obtain a Retirement Visa in Cambodia?

The Retirement Visa (ER) is available to anyone aged 55 or over.
No bank deposit required
No proof of income needed
⚠️ This visa does not allow you to work in Cambodia.

It’s the simplest way to live in Cambodia legally as a retiree.

Which visa do I need to relocate to Cambodia?

For any long-term relocation, you must enter Cambodia with an E-type (ordinary) visa).
Once in Cambodia, this visa can be extended to a 6- or 12-month Resident Visa adapted to your situation (retirement, business, study, etc.).

Can I get a 6-month Business Visa without a work permit?

Yes — in certain cases, you can obtain a 6-month Business Visa without a work permit.
BCC manages the application and extension for you, with typical timelines of:

  • Standard: ~1 week
  • Express: 24 hours

What are resident visas in Cambodia?

Resident visas are 6- and 12-month visas that:

  • Are multiple-entry
  • Allow you to open a bank account
  • Make you eligible for a Cambodian driver’s license

What are the categories of E-type visas?

The E-class includes:

  • EB: Business
  • ER: Retirement
  • ES: Student
  • EG: General
  • EP: Prospection

Each corresponds to a specific situation and should be chosen carefully to avoid costly changes later.

What is an EP Prospection Visa?

The EP visa is for people who don’t yet have all the documents to apply for a Business Visa.

  • Valid for 3 months
  • Renewable only once
  • Gives you time to prepare a long-term visa application

Why avoid the Tourist Visa (T) for relocation?

The Tourist Visa (T) is valid for 1 month and can be extended once for an additional month.
It cannot be converted to a long-term visa (Business or Retirement) without leaving Cambodia.

If you plan to stay over 2 months or work, avoid the Tourist Visa.

How long does it take to get a visa extension in Cambodia?

  • Standard processing: about 1 week
  • Express service: as fast as 24 hours with BCC

What happens if I enter with the wrong visa?

If you enter with a non-convertible visa (e.g., Tourist Visa) but wish to stay long term:

  • You cannot extend it to a resident visa in Cambodia
  • You will have to leave and re-enter with the right visa

Should I arrange my visa before traveling to Cambodia?

You can get an E-visa on arrival or online, but:

For a smooth entry and fewer airline issues (like being asked for a return ticket), we highly recommend arranging your visa before departure.

What documents are required for a Cambodian visa?

  • 2 blank pages in your passport
  • Passport valid for 6+ months beyond the visa’s end date
  • If you already have a Cambodian visa, it must be in your current passport (not an expired one)

Can I switch from a Retirement Visa to a Business Visa?

Yes — you can change from an ER Retirement Visa to an EB Business Visa, but you must provide the required documents, such as a valid work permit.

If I am under 55 but retired in my home country, can I get a Retirement Visa?

No. Cambodian rules are clear: you must be 55+ years old to qualify for an ER Retirement Visa, regardless of your status in your home country.

Which visa should my children apply for?

Minor children accompanying a resident parent can obtain a spouse or child visa, linked to the parent’s visa.
BCC can arrange these applications together to simplify your process.

Which visas are reserved for officials and NGOs?

  • B: Officials
  • C: Courtesy / VIP / NGOs
  • A: Diplomatic staff

These are not for standard relocation, but BCC can assist in special cases.

Get Your Cambodian Visa — Fast, Legal, and Stress-Free

From your first entry visa to long-term extensions, Business Center Cambodia handles every step — saving you time, avoiding mistakes, and ensuring full legal compliance.

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