German citizens can apply for the Cambodia e-Visa online and skip the queue at the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Berlin. Tourist visa $80, business visa $90, approved by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 3 business days and delivered as a QR code PDF to your inbox.
The complete picture of the Cambodia tourist visa and Cambodia e-Visa for German citizens: fees, processing time, requirements, and what actually happens at the border.
Cambodia eVisa for German citizens
Yes, German passport holders need a Cambodia visa, and the electronic visa is the fastest route. While the Cambodian Embassy in Berlin still accepts in-person submissions, the Cambodia eVisa is approved in 3 business days without a courier trip across the country. The Auswartiges Amt highlights the online visa as the recommended option, and most travellers flying Lufthansa from Frankfurt or Munich to Bangkok or Singapore use it to lock in entry before boarding. Visa on arrival also exists at $30-36 USD cash, but the e-Visa is $80 USD all-inclusive with the price fixed at checkout, so you avoid both ATM hunts and arrival-hall queues.
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.
The Cambodian Embassy in Berlin is the regional in-person option, but the e-Visa is faster for most German travellers. Per Auswärtiges Amt guidance, German passport holders need 6 months of remaining validity on arrival. The e-Arrival form has been mandatory since July 2024 alongside the eVisa — we file it for you free of charge. German travellers usually depart from Frankfurt or Munich; apply at least a week before flying.
Tip for German travellers: Tip for German travellers: apply at least 7 days before your Frankfurt or Munich departure. That window absorbs any document re-upload and keeps the 90-day visa validity comfortably covering your trip. Your card statement will show the equivalent in EUR at checkout.
From application to email
How German 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 and a scan of your German passport bio page. No flight ticket or hotel booking 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 EUR at checkout.
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Expert review & submit
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reviews the application within 3 business days. Approvals are emailed as a printable PDF with the eVisa QR code that doubles as the entry stamp authorisation.
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eVisa delivered to your email
Complete the separate e-Arrival form within 7 days of your flight from Frankfurt or Munich. Print or save both the e-Visa and the e-Arrival confirmation, then present them at boarding and at the immigration desk in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap.
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What you need
What German Citizens Need for a Cambodia Visa Application
Valid passport
Valid German 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 German 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 German 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 Germans: visa on arrival costs $30-36 USD cash but requires an extra airport queue, 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 Lufthansa departure from FRA or MUC, and arrives as a QR code PDF. For business travellers connecting through Doha or Singapore on a tight schedule, the e-Visa is the predictable choice that the Auswartiges Amt also recommends.
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 German 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 German Citizens
Both options exist for German 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.
Most German visitors land in Siem Reap to tour Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm and Bayon temples, often pairing the visit with a day trip to Tonle Sap floating villages. Phnom Penh gives a deeper read of recent Cambodian history at the Royal Palace and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, while Sihanoukville and Koh Rong are the coastal escape for travellers extending their 30-day Type T stay. The 90-day visa validity from issue makes it easy to combine Cambodia with Bangkok or Ho Chi Minh City on a single Southeast Asia loop.
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 German travellers booking a Cambodia visa for German 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 German citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes — German passport holders need a Type T tourist visa or Type E business visa for any stay. The Cambodia electronic visa is the fastest route, approved by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in 3 business days with no embassy visit required.
Is there a Cambodian embassy in Germany?
Yes — the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Berlin is the consular point for German nationals. Most German travellers skip the embassy and apply for the Cambodia online visa instead, which is processed faster and delivered as a QR code PDF by email.
How much is the Cambodia eVisa for German citizens?
The Type T tourist online visa costs $80 USD and the Type E business eVisa costs $90 USD through our service. The Cambodian government fee alone is $30 USD; the remainder is processing, error-check and Ministry submission.
How long does the Cambodia visa take for German passport holders?
Standard processing is 3 business days for Germans applying through the e-Visa route. Travellers flying from Frankfurt or Munich with a connection in Doha, Dubai or Bangkok should apply about one week before departure.
Is the e-Arrival card mandatory for German nationals?
Yes — since July 2024 every German visitor must submit the Cambodia e-Arrival form within 7 days before arrival. It is separate from the eVisa and replaces the old paper arrival card; airlines now check it at boarding.
Can Germans get a Cambodia visa on arrival?
Yes — visa on arrival is available to German passport holders at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville airports for $30-36 USD. The electronic visa is preferred because Auswärtiges Amt advises pre-arranging entry to avoid airport delays.
What passport rules apply to German nationals?
German passports must be valid for 6 months beyond the date of entry and have at least one blank page. Children with a Kinderreisepass also need the same 6-month validity for the Cambodia electronic visa.
How long can Germans stay in Cambodia on a tourist eVisa?
The Type T tourist online visa allows a 30-day stay from the date of entry, with the visa valid 90 days from issue. Germans wanting longer time in Angkor Wat or Phnom Penh can extend the visa once or switch to a Type E business visa.
What documents do German citizens need?
A 6-month-valid German passport, a colour passport-style photo, and a card for the $80 USD payment. No flight booking, hotel reservation or in-person embassy step is required for the Cambodia online visa.
