IMPORTANT QUESTIONS

Do I need a visa?

All visitors to Cambodia require a visa except passport holders of Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei and Myanmar. Other passport holders can apply for an e-visa at evisa.gov.kh. You can get also a visa on arrival at most ports of entry at a cost of US$30 (bring two passport photos).

How long will it take me to get there?

It’s two hours to Phnom Penh from Singapore. Cambodia is seven hours ahead of GMT and one hour behind Singapore.

What’s the money situation?

Cambodian currency is the Cambodian riel (KHR). US dollars are widely used in Cambodia, though it’s useful to have some Cambodian currency for small purchases. Small change is also returned in riel. ATM withdrawals using Visa or MasterCard are available in the major cities. Credit cards are accepted in many upmarket hotels, boutiques and restaurants.

When’s the best time to visit?

You can visit Cambodia any time of the year; the average temperature is around 27 to 28 degrees Celsius.

Cambodia has four seasons: November to February, cool and dry; March to May, hot and dry; June to August, hot and wet; September to October, cool and wet.

What’s the lingo?

The official language of Cambodia is Khmer. English and French are also spoken. Here are some phrases to get you started:

Hello: Suosdei / Choum reap sor (formal)

What is your name? Naek chmuah ey?

My name is __: Knyom chmuah __

How much? Nih th’lay pohnmaan?

Thank you: Aw kohn

Yes: Baht (for males) / Jaah (for females)

I don’t understand: Khnom men yol teh