Cambodia eVisa vs Cambodia v-Pass — Pre-Trip Visa Approval vs Digital Entry Pass Explained

Don’t confuse the Cambodia eVisa with the new Cambodia v-Pass. The eVisa ({{USD:80}} Tourist / {{USD:90}} Business) is the visa approval you apply for before flying; the v-Pass is the digital entry confirmation emailed to you after Immigration scans your passport and e-Arrival Card at the airport, replacing the old ink passport stamp.

Comparados lado a lado

De relanceCambodia eVisaPre-trip visa approval (apply before flying)Cambodia v-Pass (Visitor Pass)Post-arrival digital entry record (replaces ink stamp)
Stage of your tripBefore you fly (apply 5–7+ days before departure)On arrival (issued automatically after clearing Immigration)
What it doesAuthorises you to board your flight and enter CambodiaProves the date you entered and your permitted stay until date
How you get itApply online ($80 USD Tourist / $90 USD Business)Emailed automatically after your e-Arrival QR is scanned at the airport
What it replacedEmbassy paper visas and airport Visa on Arrival queuesTraditional physical ink entry stamp inside your passport
Linked to e-Arrival Card?Separate pre-trip step (you need both eVisa + e-Arrival Card)Generated directly from your e-Arrival Card (CeA) submission
FormatPrintable PDF visa certificate with QR codeDigital Visitor Pass (v-Pass) sent by email & retrievable via QR
Where it is usedShown at airline check-in and Cambodian Immigration on arrivalKept during your stay in Cambodia and shown on departure
Who receives one?Every non-exempt traveller who applies before travelEvery air arrival cleared at KTI, SAI and KOS (including ASEAN)

Veredicto

Prós e contras

Cambodia eVisa

Pre-trip visa approval (apply before flying)

Prós

  • Pre-approves your entry in 3–5 days before you leave home
  • All-inclusive $80 USD Tourist or $90 USD Business with no photo required
  • Accepted at Techo International (KTI), Siem Reap (SAI), Sihanoukville (KOS) and open land borders
  • Eliminates the USD cash queue at the airport Visa on Arrival counter

Contras

  • Must be paired with a separate Cambodia e-Arrival Card filed within 7 days of landing
  • Valid for 90 days from issue with a 30-day single-entry stay
  • Is your pre-entry approval, not your post-arrival entry stamp
  • Requires a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your entry date

Cambodia v-Pass (Visitor Pass)

Post-arrival digital entry record (replaces ink stamp)

Prós

  • Saves valuable blank pages in your passport by replacing the ink arrival stamp
  • Delivered straight to the email address registered on your Cambodia e-Arrival Card
  • Clearly displays your official entry date and your permitted stay expiry date
  • Can be retrieved using your e-Arrival Card QR code if you miss the email

Contras

  • Issued only AFTER you clear Cambodian Immigration — cannot be used to board a flight
  • Depends on an accurate email address and passport match in your e-Arrival Card
  • Travellers who do not check their email after landing may wonder why their passport was not stamped
  • Applies to air arrivals through the e-Arrival system at KTI, SAI and KOS

Perguntas frequentes

What is the Cambodia v-Pass?

The Cambodia v-Pass (Visitor Pass) is the digital entry pass that Cambodian Immigration sends by email after clearing you at the airport. It replaces the old ink entry stamp in your passport and records your entry date and authorised stay.

Can I apply for the Cambodia v-Pass before my flight?

No. The v-Pass is not a pre-trip application — it is generated automatically when an immigration officer or smart gate scans your passport and Cambodia e-Arrival Card QR code on arrival. Before your flight, you apply for the Cambodia eVisa and the e-Arrival Card.

Why did Cambodian Immigration not stamp my passport at Techo Airport (KTI) or Siem Reap (SAI)?

Cambodia replaced physical ink arrival stamps at its international airports with the emailed v-Pass. Check the email inbox you used on your Cambodia e-Arrival Card, or use your saved e-Arrival QR code to view your v-Pass.

What happens if I typed the wrong email on my e-Arrival Card and did not get my v-Pass?

Keep your Cambodia e-Arrival Card QR code screenshot or printout — it is one of the ways to retrieve your v-Pass record. When we file your e-Arrival Card ($20 USD Standard), we verify your email and send your QR code directly to your inbox.

Do visa-exempt ASEAN travellers also receive a v-Pass?

Yes. Because every air traveller files a Cambodia e-Arrival Card, visa-exempt ASEAN citizens arriving at KTI, SAI or KOS also receive a v-Pass by email showing their 30-day visa-free entry window.

Do I still need one blank page in my passport if Cambodia uses the digital v-Pass?

Yes. Official passport rules and airline check-in desks still require a passport valid for at least 6 months beyond entry with at least one or two blank pages.

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Pré-aprovado antes de voar, tudo incluído $80 USD. Aprovação geralmente ocorre em 24–72 horas.

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