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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.
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Cambodia Visa for Lao Citizens — Visa-Free 30 Days
Lao travellers are visa-exempt for Cambodia stays up to 30 days — no visa required for trips under a month. For longer stays, business activities or work, apply for the Cambodia eVisa online. Approved within 3 business days.
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What Lao Citizens Need for a Cambodia Visa Application
The Cambodia visa requirements are intentionally light. Most applications need only a passport and a photo. Bank statements, flight tickets, and hotel bookings are NOT required when you apply through our service.
Valid passport
Your Lao passport must be valid 6+ months from your arrival date.
Passport-style photo
Recent colour photo, plain white background. We auto-format to government specs.
Valid email address
Your approved eVisa is delivered here. Use one you check daily.
Payment method
Visa, Mastercard, Amex, PayPal, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. Paid in USD.
Where Lao 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
- Angkor International, Siem Reap
- Sihanoukville International
Arriving by Land
- Bavet
- Tropaeng Kreal
- O Smach
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.
Things to Do in Cambodia for Lao Travelers
Lao travellers find Cambodia a natural overland continuation — the Mekong river thread runs from the 4,000 Islands of Champasak through Stung Treng, Kratie (Irrawaddy dolphins), Kampong Cham and Phnom Penh, and the cultural overlap of Theravada Buddhism, Khmer-Lao historical ties and shared culinary roots (laap, som tam variants, sticky-rice traditions) makes the trip feel familiar rather than foreign. Plan 10–14 days to cover the Mekong corridor, Phnom Penh's Royal Palace and Wat Phnom, and a temple stretch in Siem Reap covering Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm, with optional southern coast time on Koh Rong.
Your Cambodia eVisa covers all regions — no internal visa or border crossing required once you're inside the country.
Cambodia Travel Tips for Lao Citizens
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.
Visa Requirements for Other Southeast Asia Countries
Many travellers combine Cambodia with nearby Southeast Asia destinations. Tap a country to see entry requirements for your passport — pre-filtered to your nationality.
Cambodia Visa FAQ for Lao Citizens
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 Lao citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
No. Lao passport holders are visa-exempt for Cambodia for stays up to 30 days under the ASEAN agreement. You only need a passport valid 6+ months, proof of onward travel, and the mandatory Cambodia e-Arrival form filed within 7 days before arrival.
How long can Lao nationals stay in Cambodia visa-free?
Lao citizens can stay in Cambodia visa-free for up to 30 days per entry. The 30-day clock starts the day Cambodian immigration stamps you in. Multiple entries within the same passport validity are allowed.
How do Lao citizens cross the Voeun Kham land border into Cambodia?
Lao travellers cross at the Voeun Kham (Champasak) - Trapeang Kriel (Stung Treng) checkpoint, the only Laos-Cambodia land border. Visa-free entry applies for Lao passports, and the Cambodia e-Arrival form must be filed online before reaching the border — we submit it free for ASEAN citizens.
