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title: Cambodia visa for citizens of Somalia
description: "Citizens of Somalia can get a visa on arrival in Cambodia. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $30. Processing: On arrival. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Cambodia visa for citizens of Somalia

Citizens of Somalia can get a visa on arrival in Cambodia.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days)
- **How to apply:** Get your visa at the border
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 30 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Government fee:** $30
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at a Cambodian international airport or land border checkpoint** — Only select airports (Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville) and major land borders issue visa on arrival.
2. **Go to the Visa on Arrival counter** — Look for the 'Visa on Arrival' sign before immigration.
3. **Submit your passport and photograph** — Hand over your passport (with 6 months+ validity) and one recent passport photo.
4. **Pay the visa fee in cash** — USD 30 for tourist visa; have exact change if possible.
5. **Wait for processing** — Processing usually takes 5–20 minutes.
6. **Receive your visa sticker and proceed to immigration** — You will be given a passport with visa sticker attached.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond arrival and at least one blank visa page.
- **Completed visa application form** (Identity): Obtained on arrival; fill in clearly.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): One recent color photo (35x45mm) with white background.
- **Return or onward flight ticket** (Travel): Proof of onward travel from Cambodia required.
- **Payment in cash** (Supporting): USD 30 (or equivalent in Thai baht, but USD preferred) for tourist visa on arrival.
- **Proof of accommodation** (Supporting, optional): Hotel booking or invitation letter may be requested.

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival is granted for tourist purposes only; for business or long-term stays, pre-arrange a visa at an embassy.
- Some land borders may not offer visa on arrival for Somali passport holders; verify before travel.
- Have at least USD 30 cash (small bills) ready to avoid delays.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Passport validity less than 6 months** — Ensure your passport has at least 6 months of remaining validity from the date of arrival.
- **No onward or return ticket** — Carry a printed or digital copy of your flight itinerary showing departure from Cambodia.
- **Insufficient or torn/incorrect passport photo** — Bring one recent passport photo (white background, 35x45mm, no glasses if possible).
- **Incorrect visa type requested** — Clearly state 'Tourist' visa when applying; do not ask for business visa on arrival.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Somalia need a visa for Cambodia?

Citizens of Somalia can get a visa on arrival in Cambodia. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist (30 days).

### How long can citizens of Somalia stay in Cambodia?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Cambodia visa cost for citizens of Somalia?

Government fee: $30.

### What documents do citizens of Somalia need for Cambodia?

Valid passport; Completed visa application form; Passport-size photograph; Return or onward flight ticket; Payment in cash; Proof of accommodation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Cambodia?

At least 6 months.

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