Kenyan citizens can apply for the Cambodia e-Visa online because Cambodia maintains no embassy or consulate in Nairobi. Tourist visa $80 USD, business visa $90 USD, approved by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 3 business days and delivered as a QR code PDF to your inbox for your Jomo Kenyatta International Airport departure.
The complete picture of the Cambodia tourist visa and Cambodia e-Visa for Kenyan citizens: fees, processing time, requirements, and what actually happens at the border.
Cambodia eVisa for Kenyan citizens
Yes, Kenyan passport holders need a Cambodia visa, and the electronic visa is the standard route from Nairobi, Mombasa or Kisumu. Cambodia keeps no diplomatic post anywhere in Kenya, so paper applications would have to courier through Bangkok or Paris, a slow detour that the Cambodia online visa eliminates entirely. Kenya is the largest outbound traveller market in East Africa, with Nairobi NBO acting as the regional aviation hub, and Kenya Airways now runs convenient connections from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport via Bangkok onward to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. The Cambodia eVisa is approved in 3 business days, delivered as a QR code PDF, and accepted at every major airport and land border, so Kenyan tourists, safari guides and business class travellers heading to Asia all use it as the default pre-clearance step.
Cambodia tourist visa $80, Cambodia business visa $90 — both prices are all-inclusive. Upload your passport bio page and a photo, fill in a few details, and your electronic visa lands in your inbox before you fly.
What you don't need:
No embassy visit or appointment
No flight booking required before you apply
No hotel reservation needed
No bank statement or proof of funds
No paperwork beyond your passport and photo
Once approved, your eVisa allows a 30-day single entry stay within 3 months of the issue date. Need longer? Extend at any local immigration office in Cambodia before your 30 days run out.
Tip for Kenyan travellers: Tip for Kenyan travellers: apply 7 to 10 days before your Kenya Airways or Ethiopian Airlines departure from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. That window absorbs any document re-upload and keeps the 90-day visa validity comfortably covering the round trip. Your card statement will show the equivalent in KES at checkout.
From application to email
How Kenyan Citizens Apply for a Cambodia eVisa
The Cambodia online visa application takes 4 simple steps — form to inbox in 3 business days. Our team handles everything between paying and printing your approved electronic visa.
Fill your application
Submit the online application with a colour passport-style photo (4x6cm, white background) and a scan of your Kenyan passport bio page. No flight ticket, hotel booking or proof of funds is required at this stage.
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Pay securely
Pay the $80 USD tourist or $90 USD business fee by card. The transaction is settled in USD by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and your card statement will show the equivalent in KES at checkout, calculated by your bank's prevailing rate.
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Expert review & submit
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reviews the application within 3 business days. Kenyan-issued passports are processed under standard timelines, with approvals emailed as a printable PDF carrying the eVisa QR code that doubles as the entry stamp authorisation.
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eVisa delivered to your email
Complete the separate Cambodia e-Arrival form within 7 days of your Nairobi-Bangkok or Addis Ababa connection. Print or save both the e-Visa and the e-Arrival confirmation, then present them at the Kenya Airways boarding gate and at the immigration desk in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap.
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What you need
What Kenyan Citizens Need for a Cambodia Visa Application
Valid passport
Valid Kenyan passport with at least 6 months remaining validity from your arrival date in Cambodia — the standard Cambodia visa requirements rule.
Passport-style photo
Digital passport-style photo on white background. We resize it to government specs automatically.
Passport bio page scan
Clear scan or photo of your passport bio page (the page with your photo and details). JPG, PNG, PDF, or HEIC up to 10 MB.
Email address
Active email address where your approved eVisa will be delivered. Use one you check daily.
Payment method
Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. All payments are in USD.
Travel dates
Your planned arrival date in Cambodia. Your eVisa is valid for 3 months from the issue date, not your travel date.
No flight booking required
No hotel reservation required
No bank statement required
That's everything. No embassy appointment. No paperwork. No surprises.
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Choose your visa
Tourist or Business eVisa: Which Should Kenyan Travellers Choose?
Pick the Cambodia eVisa type that matches your travel purpose. Choosing wrong can result in entry denial or fines under Cambodian immigration law.
Tourist eVisa
For leisure travel, family visits and short stays.
The Tourist eVisa is the right choice for most Kenyan travellers visiting Cambodia. It covers sightseeing in Siem Reap, beach time in the Koh Rong islands, visiting Angkor Wat, and staying with family or friends — anything that isn't paid work or formal business activity.
Best for: tourism, leisure, visiting family or friends, short cultural trips
Allows: hotel stays, sightseeing, beach travel, river cruises
Does NOT allow: paid work, formal business meetings, signing deals
Apply: 100% online in 10 minutes — no embassy visit needed
All-inclusive pricing — government processing fee, expert review, photo optimisation, and e-Arrival guidance bundled in. No surprises at the border.
Compare the two routes for Kenyans flying out of Jomo Kenyatta International Airport: visa on arrival costs $30 to $36 USD cash but requires an extra airport queue after a long Kenya Airways flight, exposes you to small-bill change problems and offers no pre-clearance against airline boarding checks. The Cambodia online visa costs $80 USD all-inclusive, locks in approval before your NBO departure and arrives as a QR code PDF accepted at every major Cambodian entry point including the Poipet and Bavet land borders. For Kenyan business class travellers connecting through Bangkok or Doha on a tight schedule, the e-Visa is the predictable, pre-paid choice that removes the only friction point left in the trip.
Important: Using a Tourist visa for business activities (meetings, deals, employment) violates Cambodian immigration law and may result in deportation or future entry bans. When in doubt, choose Business.
Border entry
Where Kenyan Citizens Can Enter Cambodia with Their eVisa
The approved Cambodia e-Visa entry points cover every international airport and the major land borders — except where noted below.
Arriving by Air
Phnom Penh International
Airport code PNH
Angkor International, Siem Reap
Airport code SAI
Sihanoukville International
Airport code KOS
Arriving by Land
Bavet
Land crossing from Vietnam
Tropaeng Kreal
Land crossing from Laos
O Smach
Land crossing from Thailand
Important: eVisa is only valid at designated entry points. Cham Yeam and Poipet are currently closed for eVisa entry — verify before travel. Land borders sometimes have stricter document checks than airports; arriving by air is the smoothest option for first-time visitors. Last confirmed: May 2026.
Smart choice
Cambodia eVisa vs Visa on Arrival for Kenyan Citizens
Both options exist for Kenyan travellers. The Cambodia e-Visa beats the Cambodia Visa on Arrival on every dimension that matters — price predictability, queue time, and pre-approval before you fly.
Kenyan safari guides and outbound tourists find a natural crossover between East African game drives and Cambodian temple-hopping: the Maasai Mara stillness translates well into a sunrise at Angkor Wat, and visitors who know how to read big-cat habitats often notice ecological detail in the Tonle Sap floating villages and the forests around Ta Prohm. Most Kenyan visitors land in Siem Reap for Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm, then transfer to Phnom Penh for the Royal Palace, the National Museum and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. The 30-day Type T stay and 90-day visa validity from issue make it easy to extend the trip to Sihanoukville, Koh Rong or onward into Vietnam, often combined with a Bangkok layover on the way home through East African Community routing.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Angkor Wat, Siem Reap
The world's largest religious monument and Cambodia's most iconic site. Most visitors base themselves in Siem Reap for 2–3 days to explore the temple complex at sunrise.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Phnom Penh
Cambodia's capital blends French colonial architecture with vibrant street markets, the Royal Palace, and sobering history at the Killing Fields and S-21 museum.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Koh Rong Islands
Some of Southeast Asia's last undeveloped beaches. Accessible by ferry from Sihanoukville — no internal flights or extra visas needed.
Tourist eVisa covers this
Kampot & Kep
A slow-paced riverside town famous for its pepper farms, French colonial buildings, and the freshwater crab market at Kep — a perfect 2-day escape from the cities.
Your Cambodia eVisa covers all regions — no internal visa or border crossing required once you're inside the country.
Practical advice from travellers who've been — currency, connectivity, weather, and the eVisa print rule that catches everyone out at Cambodian immigration.
Currency
US dollars are accepted almost everywhere alongside Cambodian Riel. You do not need to exchange currency before flying — small change comes back in Riel.
Best time to visit
November to April (dry season). May to October brings monsoon rains — southern coastal regions are most affected. November to February is the sweet spot for Angkor Wat.
Connectivity
Buy a local SIM at Phnom Penh or Siem Reap airport ($2–3 USD). Most foreign phones work on GSM. Metfone and Smart are the recommended carriers — both have airport kiosks.
Health
No mandatory vaccinations. Hepatitis A and Typhoid are commonly recommended. Drink bottled water only — even in major hotels. Carry mosquito repellent for evening visits to temples.
Print your eVisa
Print 2 copies of your approved eVisa on A4 paper. Cambodian immigration does NOT accept mobile screenshots. We email PDF-ready files with print instructions.
Getting around
Tuk-tuks are everywhere — agree the fare first. The PassApp and Grab apps give metered, cashless rides in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Domestic flights link the major cities.
Also traveling?
Visa Requirements for Other Southeast Asia Countries
Many Kenyan travellers booking a Cambodia visa for Kenyan citizens combine their trip with neighbouring countries. Here's what you need to know about visas for nearby Southeast Asia destinations.
Everything left to know before you apply for your Cambodia tourist visa or Cambodia e-Visa. If your question isn't here, our team replies via WhatsApp or email within minutes.
Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes — Kenyan passport holders need a Type T tourist visa or Type E business visa for any stay. The Cambodia electronic visa is approved by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 3 business days and is the standard route from Nairobi, Mombasa or Kisumu.
Is there a Cambodian embassy in Kenya?
No — Cambodia maintains no diplomatic representation in Nairobi or anywhere else in Kenya. The nearest Cambodian mission is in Bangkok, which is why the Cambodia online visa is effectively the only practical option for Kenyan passport holders rather than couriering documents overseas.
How much is the Cambodia eVisa for Kenyan citizens?
The Type T tourist online visa is $80 USD and the Type E business eVisa is $90 USD through our service. The Cambodian government fee alone is $30 USD; the rest covers Ministry of Foreign Affairs submission, document scrutiny and email delivery of the QR code visa. Your card statement will show the equivalent in KES at checkout.
How long does the Cambodia visa take for Kenyan passport holders?
Standard processing is 3 business days for Kenyan applicants under the e-Visa system. Kenya Airways and Ethiopian Airlines both connect Nairobi or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Bangkok with one stop, so most travellers apply 7-10 days ahead of the flight.
Why is Nairobi a useful gateway for Kenyan Cambodia travellers?
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport is the second-largest aviation hub in East Africa after Addis Ababa, with daily Kenya Airways and partner connections via Bangkok or Singapore onward to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. The combination of Cambodia eVisa pre-approval with the JKIA-BKK route is the smoothest path for Kenyan business travellers and Angkor Wat tourists.
Can Kenyans get a Cambodia visa on arrival?
Yes — visa on arrival is available to Kenyan passport holders at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville airports for $30-36 USD cash. The Cambodia e-Visa is preferred because the price is locked, the long-haul flight from Nairobi is less stressful with pre-approval, and the eVisa is accepted at land borders too.
How long can Kenyan citizens stay in Cambodia?
The Type T tourist eVisa allows a 30-day stay from the date of entry, with the visa valid 90 days from issue. Kenyan travellers wanting more time near Angkor Wat or Phnom Penh can extend once inside Cambodia or switch to a Type E business visa, which can be extended indefinitely.
What documents do Kenyan citizens need for the Cambodia eVisa?
A Kenyan passport valid 6 months beyond entry with 2 blank pages, a colour passport-style photo (4x6cm white background), and a card for the $80 USD payment. No flight booking or embassy interview is required; the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs communicates with all international applicants in English.
