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

Citizens of South Africa 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
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** On arrival
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Sufficient funds for stay (cash or card)

## How to apply

1. **Arrive at Cambodian airport** — Proceed to the Visa on Arrival counter after passport control
2. **Fill out application form** — Obtain and complete the visa application and arrival/departure card
3. **Submit documents and pay fee** — Present passport, photo, completed forms, and pay the visa fee in USD cash
4. **Receive visa and enter** — Visa is stamped into passport; proceed to immigration for entry

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)** (Identity): Must have at least two blank visa pages
- **Passport-sized photo (4x6 cm)** (Identity): One recent photo with white background
- **Completed arrival/departure card** (Travel): Provided on the flight or at immigration
- **Visa application form (on arrival)** (Travel): Filled out at the visa-on-arrival counter
- **Return or onward ticket** (Travel): Proof of departure from Cambodia
- **Cash for visa fee (USD)** (Financial): Exact change recommended; no credit cards accepted

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Not specified
- Cash

Visa fee must be paid in USD cash; no other currencies accepted

## Good to know

- Visa on arrival may not be available at all land borders; check before travel
- Visa fee is non-refundable if application is denied

## Common refusal reasons

- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond arrival
- **Lack of blank visa pages** — Carry a passport with at least two blank pages
- **No onward/return ticket** — Book a confirmed return or onward ticket before travel

## FAQs

### Do citizens of South Africa need a visa for Cambodia?

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

### How long can citizens of South Africa stay in Cambodia?

Up to 30 days.

### What documents do citizens of South Africa need for Cambodia?

Valid passport (at least 6 months validity); Passport-sized photo (4x6 cm); Completed arrival/departure card; Visa application form (on arrival); Return or onward ticket; Cash for visa fee (USD).

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

At least 6 months.

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