Cambodia E-Visa Entry Points for Indians on a Budget (2026)

Cambodia E-Visa Entry Points for Indians: Airports, Land Borders & Real Queue Times (2026)

✅ Last verified on-the-ground: 2026-06-26

Indians need either a Cambodia e-visa (₹3,475 (~36 USD)) or a visa on arrival (₹2,896 (~30 USD)), both 30 days single entry. The catch most travellers miss is the Cambodia e-visa entry points accepted: only three international airports and a fixed list of land borders. See our Cambodia visa for Indians guide for the full breakdown.

If your situation is different (you’re crossing overland from Thailand or Vietnam, you’re on a business visa, or you’re worried about a rejection), skip to the relevant section below. For the broader Southeast Asia route, see our SEA backpacking hub.

Quick Answers

What	Answer	Price (INR)
Visa required for Indians?	Yes (e-Visa or VoA)	,
Primary visa type	e-Visa	₹3,475 (~36 USD)
Fallback / alternative	Visa on Arrival at airport	₹2,896 (~$30 USD)
Processing time	3 business days (standard)	,
Validity / max stay	30 days from entry, single entry	,
Extendable?	Yes, at immigration office, +30 days	₹4,344 (~$45 USD)
Mandatory arrival form	None (no TDAC-equivalent)	,

Quick conversion reference for this article: 1 USD = ₹96.33. All fees below are stated in USD and INR; convert to Cambodian riel at 1 USD ≈ 4,000 KHR if you want a local feel for prices on the ground.

Visa Types Compared

e-Visa (₹3,475 (~36 USD)): Apply online at evisa.gov.kh before you fly. Standard processing takes 3 business days, and there’s a premium “express” lane for an extra fee that processes in roughly 24 hours (the portal shows the current surcharge at checkout). Validity is 30 days from the date of entry, single entry only, and you must enter through one of the approved entry points listed below. The big advantage: you skip the VoA counter queue at the airport, which at Phnom Penh can stretch past 40 minutes when two wide-bodies land together. The big disadvantage: it costs more than VoA, and if your application gets rejected there’s no automatic refund (see the Cambodia visa rejected, refund and overstay penalty piece for what to do).

Visa on Arrival (₹2,896 (~30 USD)): Pay cash (USD only, notes must be clean and unmarked) at the VoA counter after you land. Available at all three international airports (Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville) and at most major land borders. You still need to bring a 4x6 cm passport photo on white background, and the form is filled out on a clipboard at the counter. Single entry, 30 days. Cheaper, but slower: the queue at Siem Reap during Angkor Wat season (November to March) regularly tops 45 minutes. If you’re flying in red-eye with no queue, VoA is fine. If you’re arriving in the afternoon peak, the e-visa pays for itself in saved time. For the step-by-step VoA procedure, see our Cambodia VoA guide.

Business Visa (E-class, ~₹3,379 (~35 USD)): A separate category aimed at people doing actual work in Cambodia, not tourists. Single entry, 30 days, extendable up to 12 months. Indians on a backpacking trip don’t need this, but if you’re mixing in remote work or a longer stay it’s worth reading the Cambodia business visa guide.

Subodh’s Pro Tip: If you’re crossing by land from Thailand (Bangkok to Siem Reap via Aranyaprachom/Poipet), check the border acceptance list below before applying for the e-visa. Some land crossings explicitly do not accept e-visas even though they’re “official” crossings, and you’ll be turned back to the VoA window or refused entry.

Where the Cambodia e-Visa Is Accepted

This is the single most-Googled question for Indians heading to Cambodia, and the official portal lists the exact entry points. Verified against evisa.gov.kh on 26 June 2026:

Airports (e-visa accepted at all three)

• Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH), the main hub, longest queues
• Siem Reap International Airport (REP), your Angkor Wat gateway, busy November to March
• Sihanoukville International Airport (KOS), growing, mostly serves the southern coast

Land border crossings (e-visa accepted)

• Cham Yeam (Hat Lek). Koh Kong border (Cambodia-Thailand, western crossing)
• Poi Pet (Aranyaprathet). Banteay Meanchey (the Bangkok to Siem Reap overland route, the most-used land border by backpackers, see our Poipet border crossing guide for what to expect)
• Bavet (Moc Bai). Svay Rieng (the Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh overland route)
• Trapeang Kreal (Stung Treng) (Cambodia-Laos, less common)

Where the e-visa is NOT accepted

• Any small land crossing not on the above list, including some Cambodia-Vietnam crossings in remote provinces
• Any river crossing or speedboat border post (Chau Doc to Phnom Penh by boat, for example, requires VoA on arrival and may not even have a proper VoA counter, plan ahead)

If your border isn’t on the approved list, you have two choices: take a different crossing, or skip the e-visa entirely and get a VoA at a major airport first, then exit and re-enter overland. For the full overland route options, see our Cambodia border crossings guide. Most backpackers choose the first option.

Step-by-Step: How to Apply for the Cambodia e-Visa

The whole process takes about 15 minutes on the official portal if you have everything ready.

1. Go to the official portal. evisa.gov.kh is the only legitimate site. Anything ending in .com or with “apply-cambodia” or similar is a third-party reseller charging double. The official site shows a ₹3,475 (~36 USD) fee, anything higher is the reseller’s markup.
2. Fill in the application. Passport number, date of issue and expiry, Indian address, Cambodia hotel name (any plausible accommodation string works; the portal accepts a hostel name, a guesthouse, or even the first place you plan to stay), entry date, entry point (pick from the dropdown), exit point, and your contact email.
3. Upload a passport scan + 4x6 cm photo. White background, head and shoulders, no glasses. The portal is picky about photo dimensions: if you upload a normal 2x2 inch US visa photo it’ll get rejected on a technicality.
4. Pay the ₹3,475 (~36 USD) fee. Credit card or debit card with international transactions enabled (HDFC, ICICI, SBI forex cards all work). Processing is standard 3 business days; you can pay extra at checkout for roughly 24-hour expedited processing if you’re cutting it close.
5. Print the approval letter. You’ll get a PDF by email. Print two copies (one for immigration, one as backup). The letter has a QR code that the officer scans at the airport.
6. Carry USD cash for the airport. Even with the e-visa, some officers may ask for unofficial “processing fees” that aren’t on the official fee schedule. Having small USD notes (₹97 (~1 USD) to ₹290 (~3 USD)) makes the conversation easier, though nothing is mandatory and you can politely decline.

VoA as Fallback (if you can’t get the e-visa in time)

If your flight is in 24 hours and the e-visa won’t come through, VoA still works at all three airports. Bring ₹2,896 (~30 USD) in clean, unmarked bills, a 4x6 cm photo, and your printed return ticket (they sometimes ask). Fill the form at the counter, pay, get the visa stamped, then queue at the immigration booth. Total time at a quiet counter: 15 to 20 minutes. At peak: 45 minutes to an hour.

At the Airport / Border: What Happens

Real queue times for Indians at the two big airports, from traveller reports in May and June 2026:

Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH)

• Off-peak arrival (6 AM to 10 AM, 9 PM to midnight): e-visa line, 10 to 15 minutes. VoA line, 20 to 30 minutes.
• Peak arrival (12 PM to 6 PM): e-visa line, 20 to 30 minutes. VoA line, 35 to 50 minutes. Two wide-bodies landing at the same time is the usual trigger.
• Document checks: passport, printed e-visa letter (VoA sticker), return ticket (sometimes), hotel booking (sometimes, especially if your hotel name in the e-visa doesn’t match where you’re going).
• Common questions: “Where will you stay?”, “How long?”, “First time in Cambodia?”, and occasionally “What is your profession?” (in your passport’s occupation field). Keep answers short.

Siem Reap International Airport (REP)

• Off-peak: e-visa line, 10 minutes. VoA line, 15 to 25 minutes.
• Peak (afternoon arrivals from Bangkok, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur): e-visa line, 20 to 35 minutes. VoA line, 40 to 60 minutes. November to March is the worst.
• Note: Techo International Airport (KTI) opened south of Phnom Penh in 2025 and is gradually taking over some scheduled commercial traffic. Check the official Cambodia Airports site a week before you fly, since terminal assignments can shift with little notice. The e-visa is currently accepted at Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH), not KTI.

Photo and Document Checklist

• 4x6 cm passport photo, white background (do not skip this even for VoA; you can buy a print at a photo shop near the airport for ₹97 (~1 USD) to ₹193 (~2 USD) if you forgot)
• Printed e-visa approval letter (completed VoA form)
• Passport valid for 6 more months
• Return or onward ticket (PDF on your phone is fine)
• Hotel address for first night
• ₹2,896 (~30 USD) cash (VoA) or credit card already used for e-visa

Extensions & Overstay

You can extend a tourist visa once, in country, for another 30 days, at the Department of Immigration in Phnom Penh or at the immigration office in Siem Reap. Cost is ₹4,344 (~45 USD), payable in USD cash, processing is same-day if you arrive before 11 AM. Bring your passport, a passport photo, and a copy of your hotel booking. For the full procedure, see the Cambodia visa rejected, refund and overstay penalty guide.

Overstay fine is ₹965 (~10 USD) per day (~₹965/day). Above 30 days overstay, fines and possible detention escalate, and you may be flagged for re-entry bans. Don’t test this: the immigration officers at the airport are not flexible on overstays.

Common Mistakes & Rejection Reasons

• Wrong photo size. The portal and VoA both want 4x6 cm, not the standard 2x2 inch. Auto-rejection is common.
• Name mismatch between passport and Aadhaar/PAN. Your passport name has to match your passport, period. Don’t add middle names or initials that aren’t on the passport.
• Passport expiry under 6 months. Most airlines require at least 6 months validity on your passport for boarding. Check before you fly.
• Third-party reseller sites. If you’re paying ₹4,826 (~50 USD) or ₹7,722 (~80 USD), you’re on a reseller. The official fee is ₹3,475 (~36 USD). Reseller sites also have a habit of not delivering the visa at all.
• Applying for a land border not on the list. If your chosen border doesn’t accept the e-visa, your visa is useless at that crossing. Always cross-check the approved entry points on evisa.gov.kh before you apply.
• Showing up at a land border with VoA expectation, only to find the VoA counter is closed at night. Most border VoA windows close by 8 PM. Plan crossings for daytime.

Getting Connected

The moment you clear immigration at Phnom Penh or Siem Reap, you’ll see SIM card booths right outside the arrivals hall. Smart and Cellcard both sell a 7-day tourist SIM for ₹290 (~3 USD) with roughly 10 GB of data, and registration takes under 5 minutes with your passport. If you’d rather not queue at the booth, Get Nomad eSIM lets you activate before you even board the flight, and you land online.

FAQ

Do Indians need a visa for Cambodia? Yes. Indian passport holders need either an e-visa (₹3,475 (~36 USD)) or visa on arrival (₹2,896 (~30 USD)), both single entry, 30 days. There is no visa-free entry for Indians. For the full Cambodia e-visa entry points accepted and how to apply, see our Cambodia visa guide for Indians.

Can I get a Cambodia visa on arrival with an Indian passport? Yes, at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Sihanoukville international airports. Most major land borders also offer VoA, including Poipet and Bavet. Bring ₹2,896 (~30 USD) cash and a 4x6 cm photo.

Which land borders accept the Cambodia e-visa? Four crossings: Cham Yeam (Koh Kong), Poi Pet (Banteay Meanchey), Bavet (Svay Rieng), and Trapeang Kreal (Stung Treng). Anything outside this list, the e-visa won’t scan.

How long does the Cambodia e-visa take to process? Standard processing is 3 business days. Expedited is roughly 24 hours for an extra fee shown at checkout on the portal.

How long is the Cambodia e-visa valid? The e-visa is valid for 30 days from the date of entry, single entry.

What if my Cambodia e-visa application is rejected? There is no automatic refund. You’d then need to apply again or fall back on VoA. Read the Cambodia visa rejected guide for the steps that work.

Can I extend my Cambodia tourist visa? Yes, once, for another 30 days, at the immigration office in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap. Cost is ₹4,344 (~45 USD).

Subodh’s Take

The Cambodia e-visa is genuinely useful, but only if you’re entering through one of the seven approved entry points listed on the official portal. If you’re crossing at a smaller land border or a river crossing, skip the e-visa and plan for VoA on the other side (pick a different crossing). And honestly, if you’re flying into Phnom Penh or Siem Reap during off-peak hours, the ₹578 (~6 USD) fare gap between the two options isn’t worth the 3-day wait; just pay at the airport. The e-visa pays for itself in saved queue time only during peak season afternoons.

• Subodh