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Do Irish citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes, Irish citizens need a visa for Cambodia, but most can get a tourist e-visa online before flying.

  • eVisa

    Tourist

    Validity

    30 days

    Processing
    3–5 business days
    Total cost
    €55 (US$59)

  • eVisa

    Business trip

    Validity

    30 days

    Processing
    3–5 business days
    Total cost
    €60 (US$64)
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Cambodia Visa for Irish Citizens: e-Visa & Entry Rules

  • Visa required · e-Visa
  • Apply up to 90 days before arrival
  • Decision in 3–5 business days
  • Verified

Plusvisa is a private visa application service, not a government agency or embassy. Official government source: Cambodia e-Visa (evisa.gov.kh), evisa.gov.kh.

Table of contents
  1. Do you need a visa?
  2. Which Irish passport
  3. Types and cost in EUR
  4. How long you may stay
  5. Documents
  6. When to apply
  7. Eligibility check
  8. How to apply
  9. FAQ
  10. Ireland vs. Cambodia essentials

  • Passport

    Valid 6 months, 1 blank page

    No damage or missing pages; a passport card cannot be used

  • Apply by

    At least 4 days before travel

    Irish government advice, to allow for processing

  • Stay allowed

    30 days, extendable once

Three routes into Cambodia

  • Most people

    e-Visa

    Apply online at evisa.gov.kh before you fly. It gives a single-entry tourist visa and is the route most Irish travellers use, since it avoids queuing and cash payment at the border.

  • Paying at the border

    Visa on arrival

    Available at Cambodia's three international airports and the two open land borders. You pay in cash, in US dollars, and need two printed passport photos rather than a digital upload.

  • Longer or business trips

    Embassy visa

    Irish citizens needing a visa type the e-visa does not cover, or wanting it arranged in advance in person, can apply at a Cambodian embassy before travelling.

Which Irish passport are you holding?

Ireland issues two passport products. Only one works for Cambodia.

  • Irish Passport (booklet)

    e-Visa eligible

    Use this passport for the e-visa, visa on arrival or an embassy visa. It needs 6 months' validity and one blank page.

  • Irish Passport Card

    Not accepted

    The passport card is only valid for travel within the EU/EEA. Cambodian immigration does not accept passport cards, so travel on the passport booklet instead.

Cambodia e-Visa types and cost for Irish citizens, in Euros

e-VisaValidityProcessingGovernment feeAll-in with Plusvisa*

Tourist

eVisa

30 days

3–5 business days

US$30 ≈ €28

≈ €55

Business trip

eVisa

30 days

3–5 business days

US$35 ≈ €33

≈ €60

* The government fee is the government's own charge, never refundable. All-in adds Plusvisa's service fee, per traveller; it is refunded if we cause a refusal.

The 30-day rule, and what it does not mean

A tourist e-visa or visa on arrival lets an Irish citizen stay in Cambodia for 30 days from the date of entry. This can be extended once, for a further 30 days, at Cambodia's immigration department.

Tourist: 30 days per visit.

Arrive 1 March

21 of 30 days

1 Mar – 21 Mar: 21 of the 30 days this visa allows in one visit.

  • 30 days means from entry, not issue: The 30-day stay is counted from the day you actually enter Cambodia, not from when the e-visa was approved. The visa itself stays valid for a set window before you must enter.

  • One extension only: Tourist visas can be extended once for 30 more days at the immigration department. There is no second extension for a tourist visa; a further stay needs a different visa type.

  • Overstaying costs money and risk: Irish government advice warns that overstaying brings a daily fine with no upper limit, and that longer overstays can lead to detention or deportation.

  • Single entry only: The tourist e-visa and visa on arrival allow one entry. Leaving Cambodia and coming back needs a fresh visa, not a re-entry on the same one.

Your document checklist

Seven things to have ready before you start your application, as an Irish applicant.

  • Passport booklet

    Valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, with one blank visa page and no damage or missing pages. The Irish passport card is not accepted.

  • Passport-style photo

    Upload a digital colour photo for the e-visa. For visa on arrival, bring two printed passport photos instead.

  • Payment method

    The e-visa is paid by card online. Visa on arrival is cash only, in clean US dollar bills; officers can refuse worn or torn notes.

  • Onward or return ticket

    Keep a copy of your return or onward flight, in case it is asked for at the border.

  • Accommodation details

    Keep your hotel booking or host address to hand for check-in.

  • e-Arrival QR code

    Complete the free Cambodia e-Arrival form within 7 days of arrival and save the QR code, separately from your visa.

Only for some visa types

  • Visa application form

    Only if Applying by e-visa or at an embassy. Completed online on evisa.gov.kh for the e-visa, or the paper form at an embassy.

When should you apply?

Processing takes 3–5 business days. Enter your arrival date and we'll work backwards.

Processing

Standard3–5 business days

Pick your arrival date

  1. 1

    Apply online

    —

    Form and uploads, about 30 min

  2. 2

    Pay the fee

    —

    By card, on the portal

  3. 3

    Processing

    3–5 business days

    Official estimate

  4. 4

    Approval emailed

    —

    Keep a copy on your phone

  5. 5

    Arrive in Cambodia

    —

    Show the approval at the border

Irish government advice is to apply at least 4 days before you fly. Allow extra time in case your first upload is rejected, so applying about a week ahead is safer.

Four questions, 20 seconds

  1. Is your trip for tourism or short business visits, not work, study or long-term stay?

  2. Will you enter through one of Cambodia's three international airports or the two open land borders?

  3. Is your Irish passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date, with a blank page?

  4. Are you travelling on your Irish passport booklet, not the passport card?

Result

Answer all four

Four quick checks of the rules that most often catch travellers out, and we'll tell you where you stand.

The application, step by step

Before you apply

  1. 1

    Check your passport meets the rules

    Make sure your Irish passport booklet has at least 6 months' validity after your arrival date and one blank page. The passport card cannot be used.

  2. 2

    Get a digital passport photo ready

    Have a recent colour photo saved as a JPEG or PNG to upload with the e-visa form.

On the official portal

  1. 3

    Apply on evisa.gov.kh

    Fill in the form with your Irish passport details, upload your photo and passport bio page, and pay by card.

  2. 4

    Download the approved e-visa

    Check your application status on the portal and print the PDF e-visa once approved, to carry alongside your passport.

After you apply

  1. 5

    Submit the Cambodia e-Arrival form

    Complete the free e-Arrival form no more than 7 days before you land at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap or Sihanoukville airport, and save the QR code.

  2. 6

    Show your documents at immigration

    Have your printed e-visa, passport and e-Arrival QR code ready for the immigration officer.

Official website: evisa.gov.kh (opens in a new tab)

Questions Irish travellers actually ask

No. Cambodian immigration does not accept passport cards. Travel on your Irish passport booklet, with at least 6 months' validity and a blank page.

Irish government advice is to apply at least 4 days before you travel. Applying about a week ahead gives you time to fix a rejected photo or document and reapply.

The e-visa is paid online by card in US dollars at checkout, so your Irish card is charged in USD. Visa on arrival is cash only, in clean US dollar notes; euros are not accepted at the border.

No. Ireland has no embassy in Cambodia; the nearest Irish embassy is in Hanoi, Vietnam. Cambodian visas are issued by Cambodia's own government, through evisa.gov.kh, on arrival, or at a Cambodian embassy.

Report it to the police for a report, then contact the Irish Embassy in Hanoi, which covers Cambodia. You will need a replacement visa and an exit visa from Cambodian immigration before you can leave.

No. Land crossings with Thailand are currently closed due to a border dispute, and Irish travellers are advised against all travel within 20km of that border. Use an international airport or the open crossings from Laos or Vietnam instead.

Yes. The e-Arrival form is a separate, free declaration that every traveller submits within 7 days of arrival. It does not replace the visa.

Visa sorted

The things that make the first 48 hours easy, compared with home

Your Irish plug fits. Here's what to expect.

  • Type A

    Two flat pins

  • Type C

    Two round pins · 2.5 A

  • Type G

    Three flat pins · 13 A

Type G

Type G is used both at home and in Cambodia, so your own plugs fit — though you may meet the other types too.

Voltage

230 V · 50 Hz

Same as Ireland — phones, laptops and shavers work with only an adapter, no converter.

Pack: nothing special — your type G plugs go straight in. A small power strip is still handy where hotel rooms have one socket.

Cambodia drives on the right — the opposite of home

Compare traffic side:

Cambodia · right-hand traffic — the opposite of Ireland

  • Getting around

    Tuk-tuks, ride-hailing apps and hired cars with a driver are the easiest way to get around Cambodian towns and cities. Roads between provinces can be rough, and self-driving a scooter needs care and caution.

  • Health precautions

    Tap water isn't safe to drink; stick to bottled or filtered water. Use mosquito repellent, since dengue is present, and check recommended vaccinations with a travel clinic before you go.

  • Respect local customs

    Remove your shoes and hat before entering temples and homes, dress modestly at religious sites, and avoid touching anyone's head. Public displays of affection are frowned on.

Cambodian Riels, cash and cards

Cambodia uses the Cambodian Riel (KHR).

  • US dollars are everyday cash

    Cambodia runs on both US dollars and riel side by side. Larger notes and most prices are quoted in dollars; riel is used mainly for small change.

  • ATMs are easy to find

    ATMs in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and other towns dispense US dollars and accept most foreign cards, usually for a withdrawal fee. Carry cash for rural areas and land borders.

  • Cards work in cities, cash elsewhere

    Hotels, bigger restaurants and shops take cards, but markets, tuk-tuks and small guesthouses expect cash, so keep a stock of small dollar and riel notes.

Weather by month (Phnom Penh)

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec33.7°36.3°37.3°36.5°33.7°31.6°30.7°30.4°30.1°30°30.6°31.8°21.7°23.1°25.1°26.1°25.4°24.6°24.1°24°23.9°23.7°22.9°21.7°
  • Daytime high
  • Grey row = night low
  • Best time to go
MonthHigh, °CLow, °CRain, mm
January · best33.721.716.1
February · best36.323.111.3
March37.325.130.1
April36.526.162.1
May33.725.4129
June31.624.6189.6
July30.724.1162.8
August30.424166.8
September30.123.9189.9
October3023.7167.4
November · best30.622.989.1
December · best31.821.727.6

Monthly averages. Source: NASA POWER climatology, 2001-2020.

January · ideal

The best window runs January, February, November and December.

High 33.7°CLow 21.7°CRain 16.1 mm

Sweet spot: Phnom Penh is hot all year, with a dry season from November to April and a rainy season from May to October. December and January are the coolest and most comfortable months; March to May are the hottest, and September and October bring the heaviest rain.

One time zone

Dublin

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Phnom Penh

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How much to tip, in EUR

៛2,000

៛2,000

Restaurant bill

Only if no service charge is already added

10%

on a ៛2,000 bill: ៛200

Hotel porter, per bag

៛4,000–៛8,000

Hotel housekeeping, per night

៛4,000–៛8,000

Tuk-tuk or taxi

Rounding up the fare is appreciated, not expected

No tip expected

Tour guide, per day

៛20,000–៛40,000

Massage or spa

៛4,000–៛12,000

SIM, eSIM or roaming?

Local SIM

Recommended

Local prepaid SIM

Kiosks at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville airports, or any Smart, Cellcard or Metfone shop in town Tourist data packages are widely available and can be topped up; buying in town is usually cheaper than at the airport.

eSIM

Travel eSIM

International eSIM providers online, installed before you travel Convenient if your phone supports eSIM and you want data working the moment you land, without swapping a physical SIM.

Roaming

Roaming from home

Activate through your home network before you fly The simplest option but usually the most expensive; check your provider's Cambodia rates first.

Get your Cambodia e-Visa in about five business days, without the portal headaches

Upload a phone photo and your passport, we check them against every rule above, submit, and send your approval to your inbox. From €55 all-in.

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