Is Kampot good for remote work?
Kampot has built a reputation among digital nomads, and the data behind it is worth a closer look. On our scorecard it earns 3.7/5 overall. Internet is rated 3.5/5 — generally dependable for video calls and large uploads. Safety comes in at 4.1/5, which in practice means the city is safe.
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Cost of living in Kampot
A single remote worker should budget roughly $800 per month in Kampot. That makes it cheaper than about 74% of the Asia cities we track. As a working split: expect around $336 for a comfortable one-bedroom or studio, $192 on food and eating out, $72 for a coworking membership or café budget, $64 on local transport, and roughly $136 for everything else. Currency fluctuations move these numbers — check the live exchange rate on this page before you commit.
Internet, workspaces and getting set up
Connectivity in Kampot is generally dependable (rated 3.5/5). Fixed broadband in serviced apartments and coliving spaces is usually the safe bet; before signing a longer lease, run a speed test at the actual unit. For mobile data, an eSIM ordered before you land removes airport friction — see the connectivity options listed above on this page. Day to day, the city is rated 3.9/5 for walkability, so plan around transit or ride-hailing for longer hops.
Best time to visit Kampot
Climate scores 4.1/5 here. The most comfortable window is typically the drier months — locals often point to the period outside peak rainy season. Air quality averages very good (4.1/5). Daylight swings matter for remote schedules: sunrise is around 05:41 (solar time) in June and 06:18 in December.
Time zone and working with global teams
Kampot sits in the Asia/Phnom_Penh time zone (UTC+7). There is no daylight saving time, so the offset stays constant all year. In practical terms the city runs 6 hours ahead of London and 11 hours ahead of New York, which shapes your meeting windows with European and US teams. Check the live time in Kampot or plan calls with our Meeting Planner.
Money, language and staying legal
The main language is Khmer, and the international dialing code is +855. Visa rules depend on your passport — the Cambodia guide covers the digital-nomad and remote-work options, and public holidays in Cambodia are worth checking before planning arrival dates. Useful planning tools: Meeting Planner · Jet Lag Calculator · Business Day Calculator · Working Hours Calculator · Age Calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone is Kampot in?
Kampot uses the Asia/Phnom_Penh time zone, which is UTC+7 in mid-year. See the live local time on our Kampot clock page.
Does Kampot observe daylight saving time?
No — the UTC offset stays the same all year round.
What is the time difference between Kampot and London?
Kampot is 6 hours ahead of London (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Kampot and New York?
Kampot is 11 hours ahead of New York (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Kampot and Los Angeles?
Kampot is 14 hours ahead of Los Angeles (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Kampot and Paris?
Kampot is 5 hours ahead of Paris (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Kampot and Dubai?
Kampot is 3 hours ahead of Dubai (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Kampot and Singapore?
Kampot is 1 hour behind Singapore (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Kampot and Tokyo?
Kampot is 2 hours behind Tokyo (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What is the time difference between Kampot and Sydney?
Kampot is 3 hours behind Sydney (mid-year reference; daylight saving can shift this by an hour).
What language is spoken in Kampot?
The primary language is Khmer.
What is the dialing code for Kampot?
Dial +855 for Cambodia, then the local number.
How expensive is Kampot for a digital nomad?
Plan on roughly $800 per month for a single person, covering rent, food, coworking and transport.
Is Kampot cheap compared with other Asia cities?
It is cheaper than about 74% of the Asia hubs we track.
Is Kampot safe?
Safety is rated 4.1/5 on our scorecard — safe.
How fast is the internet in Kampot?
Connectivity is rated 3.5/5 — generally dependable.
Is Kampot good for remote work?
It scores 3.7/5 overall for remote work on TimeDateLive, based on cost, internet, safety and lifestyle data.
Is Kampot walkable?
Walkability is rated 3.9/5.
How is the nightlife in Kampot?
Nightlife and fun score 3.9/5.
How is the air quality in Kampot?
Air quality averages 4.1/5; the live AQI reading is on this page.
What is the best time of year to visit Kampot?
Generally the drier months — locals often point to the period outside peak rainy season.
What country is Kampot in?
Kampot is in Cambodia, Asia.
What time is sunrise in Kampot in June?
Around 05:41 local solar time in mid-June; the exact minute varies with daylight saving and longitude.
What time is sunrise in Kampot in December?
Around 06:18 local solar time in mid-December.
Does Kampot have a digital nomad visa?
Visa access depends on your passport — see the Cambodia visa guide for current options.
When are the public holidays in Cambodia?
The full list is on our Cambodia public holidays page.