Cambodia Visa for Salvadoran Citizens & How to Apply

A visa is REQUIRED for Salvadoran passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Salvadoran nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 05:00 - Friday - 27 December, 2024 5 days 19 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Salvadorans who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Salvadoran citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 05:00 - Friday - 27 December, 2024 5 days 19 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Salvadoran transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Salvadoran citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of December 2024, 6,519,556 Salvadoran passport holders require a valid visa to enter Cambodia. It allows a single entry and a maximum stay of 30 days in Cambodia for tourism purposes. Salvadoran passports must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for a minimum of six months at the time of application.


Visa requirement summary:

Can Salvadoran citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Salvadoran passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Salvadoran citizens is 75 USD.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 05:30 - Thursday - 26 December, 2024 at San Salvador local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Salvadoran passport holders are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival (VoA) for Cambodia.
How to apply? Online eVisa application

What are requirements to get Cambodia evisa for El Salvador citizens?

Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Salvadoran citizens:

  • Your El Salvador passport must be valid for at least 6 months of your entry into Cambodia and should have at least 2 black pages.
  • A soft copy of your full passport personal detail page (in jpeg format)
  • A soft copy of your portrait photo (in jpeg format, meeting the Cambodia evisa photo requirements - 4x6cm, white background).
  • An active email to receive Evisa
  • A credit card/debit card to make payment.

Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in El Salvador

At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in San Salvador, El Salvador.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Cuba
(It is a 1266.9 km distance from San Salvador with 2 hours, 6 minutes flight)
5ta.Ave. No. 7001 e/ 70y 72, Miramar, Havana, Cuba

Phone
+537 204 1496
To call the embassy from El Salvador, please dial +53

Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm (Close now)

Time Right Now
San Salvador: 09:42 AM, Saturday 21 December 2024
Havana: 10:42 AM, Saturday 21 December 2024
Time Difference: Havana 1.0 hour ahead San Salvador

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Cuba

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Salvadoran citizens

There are two available methods for Salvadoran citizens and foreign passports living in El Salvador to apply for a visa to Cambodia.

Cambodia eVisa

Applying for an eVisa from El Salvador? Here is a step-by-step guide:

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Salvadoran passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee 75 USD
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 05:00 AM, El Salvador local time on 27 December 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

Salvadoran nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 30 US Dollar(USD)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 35 US Dollar(USD)

Eligible ports of entry

Salvadoran visitors holding a valid eVisa can enter at one of the following ports of entry and exit in Cambodia:

Ports of entry/exit Distance and travel time (from San Salvador El Salvador)
Phnom Penh International Airport 16807.6 km / 10443.7 miles (28 hours, 0 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 16676.5 km / 10362.3 miles (27 hours, 47 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 16965.4 km / 10541.8 miles (28 hours, 16 minutes)
Cham Yeam 16895.1 km / 10498.1 miles (28 hours, 9 minutes)
Poipet 16708.0 km / 10381.9 miles (27 hours, 50 minutes)
Bavet 16779.5 km / 10426.3 miles (27 hours, 57 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 16514.9 km / 10261.9 miles (27 hours, 31 minutes)

El Salvador & Cambodia travel information

El Salvador Cambodia Differences
Local time 09:42 (21 December, 2024) 22:42 (21 December, 2024) El Salvador is Havana 1.0 hour ahead San Salvador Cambodia.
Population 6,519,556 16,956,639 10,437,083 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather sky is clear 26°C (San Salvador) overcast clouds 26°C (Phnom Penh) 0°C higher than Cambodia
Distance San Salvador
  • Phnom Penh (16808.0 km / 10444.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (16676.0 km / 10362.0 miles)
Average distance is 16764 km or 10417 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • December Solstice in El Salvador
  • Upcoming holiday is Christmas Eve which will occur in 2 days, 1 hour.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Dec. 21, 2024 which will start in 0 minutes (San Salvador local time)

El Salvador Public Holidays 2024

The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in El Salvador.

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
Christmas Day Wednesday, 25 December 2024 3 days, 1 hour
New Year's Eve Tuesday, 31 December 2024 1 week, 2 days
Liberation Day Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 week, 3 days
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 week, 3 days
New Year Day Thursday, 02 January 2025 1 week, 4 days
Epiphany Monday, 06 January 2025 2 weeks, 1 day
Victory over Genocide Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 2 weeks, 2 days
José Martí's Birthday Memorial Tuesday, 28 January 2025 1 month
International Women Day Saturday, 08 March 2025 2 months, 2 weeks
Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday, 09 March 2025 2 months, 2 weeks

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in El Salvador?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in El Salvador.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Salvadoran nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Salvadoran citizens is approximately 75 USD for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from El Salvador?

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 05:30 AM on 26 December 2024 (San Salvador local time).

What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?

If you are currently living in El Salvador, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.