French citizens can apply for the Cambodia e-Visa online without visiting the Royal Embassy of Cambodia at 4 rue Adolphe Yvon, 75116 Paris. Tourist visa $80, business visa $90, approved in 3 business days and delivered as a PDF to your inbox, ready for your Paris-Charles de Gaulle departure.
The complete picture of the Cambodia tourist visa and Cambodia e-Visa for French citizens: fees, processing time, requirements, and what actually happens at the border.
Cambodia eVisa for French citizens
French passport holders need a Cambodia visa for both tourism and business, and the electronic visa is the route most Parisians and Lyonnais choose. The Paris embassy is the regional hub serving France, Italy and several neighbouring countries, but the Cambodia online visa removes the trip across the 16th arrondissement entirely. Approval lands in 3 business days, and the QR code PDF is accepted at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville airports as well as the major land borders. Air France and Qatar Airways both run reliable CDG to Bangkok connections, and the e-Visa is locked in before you check your bags at the Terminal 2E desk.
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 Paris (4 rue Adolphe Yvon, 75116) serves France and nearby markets — but the e-Visa avoids the appointment queue entirely. The e-Arrival form has been mandatory since July 2024 alongside the eVisa — we file it for you free of charge. Italy-based applications historically route via the Paris embassy — the online e-Visa skips that detour completely. Most French itineraries connect through Bangkok from Paris CDG; an approved eVisa avoids the on-arrival queue.
Tip for French travellers: Tip for French travellers: the November to March window from Paris is peak season for escaping grey Ile-de-France weather, so apply 7-10 days before departure to keep your 90-day visa validity comfortably overlapping the trip. Your card statement will show the equivalent in EUR at checkout.
From application to email
How French 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
Upload a colour passport-style photo and a scan of your French passport bio page on the application form. No flight booking, hotel reservation or proof of funds is required.
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Pay securely
Pay the $80 USD tourist or $90 USD business fee by card. Settlement is 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 returns the approved electronic visa within 3 business days. Standard processing covers the bulk of French applications without extra documentation requests.
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eVisa delivered to your email
Submit the separate Cambodia e-Arrival form within 7 days before departure. Print or save both the eVisa and the e-Arrival confirmation, then keep them with your passport for the CDG boarding gate and the Phnom Penh immigration desk.
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What you need
What French Citizens Need for a Cambodia Visa Application
Valid passport
Valid French 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 French 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 French 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.
French travellers comparing the routes will note the Paris embassy at 4 rue Adolphe Yvon still accepts in-person paper applications, which works for residents already in the 16th arrondissement but is slow for anyone outside Ile-de-France. Visa on arrival exists for $30-36 USD cash but means filling a paper form after a 12-hour Air France flight. The Cambodia online visa is the practical alternative: $80 USD all-inclusive, approved before your CDG departure, and accepted at every major airport and land border.
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 French 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 French Citizens
Both options exist for French 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.
French winter travellers escaping the cold typically split time between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, with Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm anchoring the temples leg and the Royal Palace, Tuol Sleng and the Russian Market filling the capital. The dry season from November to March is gentle on photography light and easier on long temple days. Many French itineraries extend onto the Mekong towards Kratie for Irrawaddy dolphins or south to Koh Rong for diving, all comfortably inside the 30-day Type T window.
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 French travellers booking a Cambodia visa for French 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 French citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes — French 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 avoids a trip to the embassy in Paris.
Is there a Cambodian embassy in France?
Yes — the Royal Embassy of Cambodia is at 4 rue Adolphe Yvon, 75116 Paris. The Paris mission is the regional hub serving France, Italy and several neighbouring countries, but most French travellers use the online visa to skip the courier and queue.
How much is the Cambodia eVisa for French 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 covers Ministry submission, application review and email delivery of the QR code visa.
How long does the Cambodia visa take for French passport holders?
Standard processing for French citizens is 3 business days. Travellers flying from Paris-Charles de Gaulle with a connection in Bangkok, Doha or Singapore should apply at least one week in advance.
What passport rules apply to French nationals?
French passports must be valid for 6 months beyond the date of entry, with at least one blank page for the entry stamp. Damaged French passports can trigger refusal at Phnom Penh airport, so renew before applying for the e-Visa.
Can French citizens get a Cambodia visa on arrival?
Yes — French passport holders can obtain a visa on arrival at Phnom Penh, Siem Reap and Sihanoukville airports for $30-36 USD cash. The electronic visa is preferred because the price is locked in and there are no airport queues after a long flight from Paris.
How long can French citizens stay in Cambodia?
The tourist Type T eVisa allows a 30-day stay from the date of entry, with the visa itself valid 90 days from issue. French travellers needing more time in Siem Reap or Phnom Penh can extend once inside Cambodia.
Is the Cambodia e-Arrival form required for French nationals?
Yes — since July 2024 all foreign arrivals must submit the e-Arrival form within 7 days before arrival, including French passport holders. It replaces the old paper arrival card and is checked at every international airport.
What documents do French citizens need for the Cambodia online visa?
A passport valid 6 months beyond entry, a colour passport-style photo, and a card for the $80 USD payment. No flight booking, hotel reservation or embassy interview is required for the Cambodia electronic visa.
