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Cambodia has no dedicated digital nomad visa in 2026, so most remote workers stay on standard visitor entry, which costs around $35 and takes 3 days (eVisa). Cambodia blends culture with a growing remote-work scene. Internet infrastructure is fair, and the cost of living is generally excellent. For those working remotely across Asia, Cambodia offers easy regional travel that suit stays of weeks or months. From major cities to hidden gems, Cambodia offers plenty of bases for remote work.

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Cambodia Digital Nomad Visa

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Min income
$35
Fee
e-Visa 30 days; the 'E-class' business visa extends up to 1 year
Validity
3 days (eVisa)
Processing
Not required
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Living in Cambodia
Human Development Index0.606 · #145
InternetFair
Cost of livingExcellent
SafetyGood

Cambodian riel () · Capital: Phnom Penh · Khmer · +855

How to apply for the Cambodia digital nomad visa

  1. 1No dedicated nomad visa — but Cambodia is famously easy: the ordinary (E-class) business visa extends up to a year, renewably.
  2. 2Get the E-class visa on arrival or via eVisa, then extend through an agent.
  3. 3Remote work for foreign clients is widely tolerated.
  4. 4Phnom Penh and Siem Reap are cheap, friendly and well-established with nomads.
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Facts last reviewed: 14 July 2026 · always confirm with the official source before applying.

Top destinations in Cambodia

5 destinations tracked

3.8
Phnom Penh
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COST / MO$1,100
INTERNET4.0
SAFETY3.7
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3.8
Siem Reap
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Visa ?
COST / MO$900
INTERNET3.8
SAFETY4.0
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3.7
Kampot
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Visa ?
COST / MO$800
INTERNET3.5
SAFETY4.1
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3.4
Battambang
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Visa ?
COST / MO$700
INTERNET3.5
SAFETY4.0
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3.1
Sihanoukville
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Visa ?
COST / MO$900
INTERNET3.6
SAFETY3.5
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Frequently asked questions

Does Cambodia have a digital nomad visa?

Not yet. Most remote workers use Cambodia's standard entry route (e-visa 30 days; the 'e-class' business visa extends up to 1 year). Facts last reviewed 2026-07-14.

Remote work in Cambodia: what the data says

We track 5 cities in Cambodia: Battambang, Kampot, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville. Monthly budgets average around $880: Battambang is the most affordable base at roughly $700, while Phnom Penh runs about $1,100. For connectivity, Phnom Penh leads with an internet score of 4/5.

The main language is Khmer and the dialing code is +855. Before booking flights, check Cambodia public holidays — banks, offices and some coworking spaces close. Time-zone planning for calls back home is easiest with the Meeting Planner.

City snapshot: Cambodia at a glance

Cambodia spans 1 time zone among our tracked cities (Asia/Phnom_Penh). The reference offset is UTC+7 mid-year, without daylight saving. Weigh Cambodia against neighbours with our comparison pages linked from each city, or scan the whole region on the cities index.

Frequently asked questions

Which city in Cambodia is best for digital nomads?

Compare our tracked hubs: Battambang, Kampot, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville.

What is the cheapest city in Cambodia for remote work?

Battambang, at roughly $700 per month for a single nomad.

How much does it cost to live in Cambodia as a nomad?

Across the cities we track, budgets average about $880 per month.

What language is spoken in Cambodia?

Primarily Khmer.

What time zone is Cambodia in?

Cambodia's tracked cities use Asia/Phnom_Penh among others.

When are public holidays in Cambodia?

See the full list with dates.

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