Cambodia Visa for Vietnamese Citizens — Visa-Free 30 Days
Vietnamese citizens enjoy visa-FREE entry to Cambodia for up to 30 days under the ASEAN agreement, but the mandatory e-Arrival form must be filed before you fly or cross the Bavet land border. We file the Cambodia e-Arrival on your behalf — FREE for ASEAN passport holders — confirmed by the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and ready for your Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) or Hanoi (HAN) departure, or Moc Bai-Bavet crossing.
The complete picture of the Cambodia tourist visa and Cambodia e-Visa for Vietnamese citizens: fees, processing time, requirements, and what actually happens at the border.
Visa-free travel to Cambodia for Vietnamese citizens
Yes — Vietnamese citizens get 30-day visa-free entry to Cambodia under the ASEAN agreement. You don't need a visa, BUT you DO need the mandatory e-Arrival form filed within 7 days of arrival, now enforced at Tan Son Nhat (SGN), Noi Bai (HAN) and at the Moc Bai (Vietnam) / Bavet (Cambodia) land border — one of the busiest ASEAN-to-Cambodia crossings. We handle the e-Arrival filing FREE for ASEAN passport holders — submit your passport and arrival details from Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Can Tho or Moc Bai, and we return the QR-code confirmation by email. Vietnam is one of the largest ASEAN sources of inbound visitors and investors into Cambodia, with daily Vietnam Airlines, Bamboo Airways, VietJet Air and Cambodia Angkor Air rotations from SGN and HAN to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, plus a constant overland flow through Bavet.
Multiple entries are permitted within the visa-free window. No Cambodia visa application, no fees, no embassy queues. You walk up to the immigration desk, hand over your passport, and get stamped through.
What you still need before you fly:
Valid Vietnamese passport (6+ months from arrival)
Completed e-Arrival form (we handle this for you)
Return or onward travel ticket (sometimes spot-checked)
Proof of accommodation (occasionally requested)
We handle the e-Arrival form for you. It's the one piece most travellers miss, and Cambodian immigration won't let you through without it.
Tip for Vietnamese travellers: Vietnamese travellers and investors form one of the largest ASEAN cohorts in Phnom Penh, with a growing Vietnamese business community anchoring the riverfront and BKK1 areas in property, telecoms, banking and manufacturing. Pair Angkor Wat with a Mekong corridor stretch (Phnom Penh-Kampong Cham-Kratie) for a 7–10 day trip that links the Vietnamese Mekong Delta cultural sphere with Cambodia's own Mekong heritage.
What you need
What Vietnamese Citizens Need for a Cambodia Visa Application
Valid passport
Valid Vietnamese 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 Vietnamese 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 Vietnamese 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.
No visa is required for Vietnamese citizens visiting Cambodia for up to 30 days under the ASEAN agreement — no eVisa, no visa on arrival fee, and the Bavet land border issues the visa-exempt stamp free at the counter. If you plan to stay more than 30 days for extended family visits, business in Phnom Penh's growing Vietnamese investment cluster (property, telecoms, banking, manufacturing), or longer Mekong-corridor tours, apply for a Cambodia tourist visa (Type T) or business visa (Type E) through the Cambodian embassy in Hanoi or the consulate in Ho Chi Minh City, or extend through the General Department of Immigration once inside Cambodia. The mandatory step for every Vietnamese visitor remains the Cambodia e-Arrival form, which we file FREE on your behalf.
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 Vietnamese 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.
Why you're going
Things to Do in Cambodia for Vietnamese Travelers
Vietnamese travellers find Cambodia a natural overland continuation of the Mekong river story — the corridor from Ho Chi Minh City through Moc Bai-Bavet to Phnom Penh and onward to Kampong Cham, Kratie (Irrawaddy dolphins) and the 4,000 Islands of southern Laos echoes the Mekong Delta's own cultural sphere, and the growing Vietnamese business community in Phnom Penh anchors a familiar urban feel in BKK1 and along the riverfront. Plan 7–10 days to cover Angkor Wat at sunrise, Phnom Penh's Royal Palace and Tuol Sleng, and either a Mekong corridor stretch or a southern coast detour to Koh Rong.
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.
Pro tips
Cambodia Travel Tips for Vietnamese 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.
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 Vietnamese travellers booking a Cambodia visa for Vietnamese 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 Vietnamese citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
No. Vietnamese passport holders are visa-exempt for Cambodia for stays up to 30 days under the ASEAN agreement. You need a Vietnamese passport valid 6+ months, proof of onward travel, and the mandatory Cambodia e-Arrival form filed within 7 days before arrival.
How long can Vietnamese citizens stay in Cambodia visa-free?
Vietnamese passport holders can stay in Cambodia for up to 30 days per entry under the ASEAN visa exemption. Multiple entries within Vietnamese passport validity are allowed — supporting frequent HCMC-Phnom Penh business travel and tourism circuits.
Is the Cambodia e-Arrival form mandatory for Vietnamese travellers?
Yes. The Cambodia e-Arrival form (CeA) is mandatory for all Vietnamese travellers — even though visa-exempt. It is a pre-arrival online declaration covering immigration, customs, health, and tax. Submit within 7 days before arrival. We file it free for ASEAN citizens.
How do Vietnamese citizens cross the Moc Bai-Bavet land border into Cambodia?
Vietnamese travellers cross the Moc Bai (Tay Ninh) - Bavet (Svay Rieng) checkpoint, the busiest and most popular Vietnam-Cambodia border. It's the main road link between Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh. Visa-free entry applies for Vietnamese passports, and the Cambodia e-Arrival form must be filed online before reaching the border.
Are there direct flights from Vietnam to Cambodia?
Yes. Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet, and Cambodia Angkor Air operate daily HCMC-Phnom Penh, HCMC-Siem Reap, and Hanoi-Siem Reap direct flights. Flight time is around 1 hour 15 minutes. The e-Arrival form is filed once online before boarding.
Can Vietnamese business travellers do meetings in Cambodia visa-free?
Yes. The 30-day visa-free ASEAN entry covers tourism and short business meetings (negotiations, conferences, exploratory visits). Vietnamese intending paid work, employment, or volunteer placement must apply in advance for an E-class (business) visa via the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
How can Vietnamese citizens extend their stay in Cambodia past 30 days?
The 30-day visa-free ASEAN entry cannot be extended in-country. Vietnamese wanting longer stays must either exit Cambodia (border run via Bavet) and re-enter to reset the 30 days, or apply in advance for a Cambodian tourist (T) or business (E) visa via the Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the official eVisa portal.
Do Vietnamese children need their own Cambodia e-Arrival form?
Yes. Every Vietnamese traveller, including infants on a Vietnamese passport, needs an individual e-Arrival submission. We file family group submissions free for ASEAN passport holders — useful for the large number of Vietnamese families crossing at Bavet by bus on weekends.
