The Cambodia eVisa is accepted at three international airports—Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh (KTI), Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI), and Sihanoukville International Airport (KOS)—and two open land border crossings: Bavet (entering from Vietnam) and Tropaeng Kreal (entering from Laos). Cham Yeam and Poipet on the Thailand border remain closed to eVisa entry.
Approved International Airports for the Cambodia eVisa
Entering Cambodia by air is the fastest and most reliable route for eVisa holders. Cambodia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MFAIC) authorizes three international airports to process both Tourist (Type T) and Business (Type E) eVisas, alongside the digital Cambodia e-Arrival QR code.
Travelers booking flights to the capital should note that Techo International Airport (IATA code KTI) replaced the older Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) in September 2025. Similarly, Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (IATA code SAI) replaced the old REP airport for visitors heading to the Angkor Archaeological Park.
Sihanoukville International Airport (KOS) on the southern coast also accepts the eVisa for air arrivals. However, the official port of entry schedule specifically notes "Not Cruising Ships" beside Sihanoukville, meaning passengers arriving by sea on a cruise vessel cannot use an eVisa for disembarkation.
- Techo International Airport (KTI) — Phnom Penh capital region (replaced legacy code PNH).
- Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) — gateway to Angkor Wat (replaced legacy code REP).
- Sihanoukville International Airport (KOS) — southern coast and Koh Rong islands (air arrivals only; cruise ships excluded).
Open Land Border Crossings: Vietnam (Bavet) and Laos (Tropaeng Kreal)
For overland travelers exploring Southeast Asia by bus or private vehicle, only specific international checkpoints are equipped to validate the Cambodia eVisa. When crossing from Vietnam—most commonly on the Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh highway—you must enter through the Bavet International Checkpoint in Svay Rieng Province (opposite Moc Bai on the Vietnamese side).
When traveling overland south from Southern Laos (the 4,000 Islands / Si Phan Don region) into northeastern Cambodia, the designated eVisa checkpoint is Tropaeng Kreal Border Post in Stung Treng Province (opposite Nong Nok Khiene in Laos).
At all land border crossings, you should carry a clean printed paper copy of your approved Cambodia eVisa certificate so border officers can stamp and retain the entry slip smoothly.
- Bavet (Svay Rieng Province): Main overland highway crossing between Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
- Tropaeng Kreal (Stung Treng Province): Primary northern overland crossing from Champasak / Southern Laos into Cambodia.
- Other minor land crossings from Vietnam or Laos do not accept the eVisa; travelers using non-eVisa checkpoints must inquire about Visa on Arrival.
Why Thailand Land Borders (Poipet & Cham Yeam) Are Closed to eVisa
Historically, Poipet (in Banteay Meanchey Province, on the Bangkok–Siem Reap route) and Cham Yeam (in Koh Kong Province, on the coastal route from Trat) were busy eVisa land checkpoints. Currently, Cambodia’s official eVisa portal lists both Cham Yeam and Poipet as closed to eVisa entry until further notice.
Furthermore, follow-up security alerts from international embassies advise against routine overland travel along the Cambodia–Thailand border region, noting that routine land border crossings have been suspended despite the December 2025 ceasefire. If you are traveling from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, or Phuket into Cambodia, book a direct short-haul flight into Siem Reap Angkor (SAI) or Techo International (KTI) rather than attempting an overland crossing.
Exit Rules: Can You Leave Cambodia from a Different Port?
While your entry into Cambodia on an eVisa is restricted to the three approved airports (KTI, SAI, KOS) and two open land borders (Bavet and Tropaeng Kreal), exiting Cambodia is much more flexible. Once your eVisa has been stamped into your passport upon entry, you may depart Cambodia from any open international airport or open international border checkpoint.
Always verify that the immigration officer stamps your entry date clearly in your passport when you arrive, and make sure you depart on or before day 30 of your stay (or extend your visa in Phnom Penh before expiration) to avoid the $10 per day cash overstay fine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which airports in Cambodia accept the online eVisa? — All three of Cambodia’s international airports accept the eVisa: Techo International Airport in Phnom Penh (KTI), Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI), and Sihanoukville International Airport (KOS).
Can I use a Cambodia eVisa at the Poipet or Cham Yeam land borders? — No. Cambodia’s official eVisa portal currently marks both Poipet (Banteay Meanchey) and Cham Yeam (Koh Kong) on the Thailand border as closed to eVisa entry until further notice.
Can I cross overland from Vietnam into Cambodia with an eVisa? — Yes, provided you cross at the Bavet International Border Checkpoint in Svay Rieng Province on the Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh route. Carry a printed copy of your eVisa certificate.
Is the Cambodia eVisa valid if I arrive in Sihanoukville on a cruise ship? — No. Cambodia’s official port of entry rules explicitly exclude cruise ships at Sihanoukville from eVisa entry. Cruise passengers should coordinate port entry arrangements directly through their cruise line.
Do I have to enter Cambodia through the exact port I selected on my eVisa form? — No. As long as you enter through one of the five open eVisa ports of entry (KTI, SAI, KOS, Bavet, or Tropaeng Kreal), your approved Cambodia eVisa remains valid even if your arrival port changes.
Did Phnom Penh and Siem Reap change their airport codes? — Yes. Siem Reap Angkor International Airport uses IATA code SAI (replacing REP), and Phnom Penh’s Techo International Airport uses IATA code KTI (replacing PNH). Both fully accept the Cambodia eVisa.
