Cambodia Tourist Visa vs Business Visa — Which Do You Need in 2026?

If you are visiting Cambodia for sightseeing, the tourist visa (Class T) is the right pick. If you plan to work, attend meetings, scout property or stay longer than 30 days, the business visa (Class E) is what you need. Here is the side-by-side.

비교 분석

한눈에 보기Tourist Visa (Class T)For holidays and short visitsBusiness Visa (Class E)For work, meetings, and long stays
Total cost$80 USD all-inclusive$90 USD all-inclusive
Stay durationUp to 30 daysUp to 30 days initial — extendable inside Cambodia
Extendable?NoYes — 1, 3, 6 or 12-month extensions available
Multiple entry?NoYes (with extension)
Permitted activitiesTourism, sightseeing, visiting familyWork, business meetings, contract negotiation, employment
Documents neededPassport scan + photoPassport scan + photo (employment proof helpful for extensions)
Apply routeOnline eVisaOnline eVisa
Best forHolidays under 30 daysAnyone working in or relocating to Cambodia

결론

장단점

Tourist Visa (Class T)

For holidays and short visits

장점

  • Cheaper at $80 USD
  • Faster processing window
  • Simpler application — no employment proof needed
  • Identical experience at the border

단점

  • Cannot be extended inside Cambodia
  • No working rights — sightseeing and family only

Business Visa (Class E)

For work, meetings, and long stays

장점

  • Extendable up to 12 months from inside Cambodia
  • Multiple-entry option with extension
  • Allows business activities, employment, and longer stays
  • Right visa class for digital nomads and remote workers

단점

  • $10 USD more on the initial application
  • Extension paperwork handled locally — adds steps if you stay longer

자주 묻는 질문

Can I work in Cambodia on a tourist visa?

No. The tourist visa permits sightseeing and visiting family only. Any paid work — including remote work for a foreign employer if you are physically based in Cambodia long-term — should be on a business visa to keep your status correct.

How much extra does the business visa cost?

Our all-inclusive business visa is $90 USD, $10 USD above the tourist rate. Extensions inside Cambodia are charged separately by the General Department of Immigration.

Can I switch from tourist to business inside Cambodia?

In practice, no — you would need to leave and re-enter on the correct visa class. It is much simpler to apply for the right class from the start.

Which visa do digital nomads need?

If you are spending more than 30 days in Cambodia or actively working while here, choose the business visa. The 6 or 12-month extension is the practical path for remote workers based in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap.

Is the application form different for each class?

Same form, different class selection. You pick Tourist or Business at the start and the rest of the application is identical.

Can I bring my family on a business visa?

Yes — each family member needs their own visa. Dependents typically travel on the tourist visa unless they will also be working or staying longer than 30 days.

캄보디아 전자비자 신청

출국 전 사전 승인, 올인클루시브 $80 USD. 일반적으로 24~72시간 이내에 승인됩니다.