Cambodia Visa for Bissau-Guinean Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Bissau-Guinean nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 11:00 - Friday - 27 December, 2024 5 days 19 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Bissau-Guineans who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Bissau-Guinean citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 11:00 - Friday - 27 December, 2024 5 days 19 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Bissau-Guinean transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Bissau-Guinean citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of December 2024, 1,921,545 Bissau-Guinean 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. Bissau-Guinean 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 Bissau-Guinean citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Bissau-Guinean passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Bissau-Guinean citizens is 45262 XOF.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 11:30 - Thursday - 26 December, 2024 at Bissau local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Bissau-Guinean 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 Guinea-Bissau citizens?

Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Bissau-Guinean citizens:

  • Your Guinea-Bissau 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 Guinea-Bissau

At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Bissau, Guinea-Bissau.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in France
(It is a 4236.6 km distance from Bissau with 7 hours, 3 minutes flight)
Imm. "Le Palais dHiver" 149, boulevard , Stalingrad 69100, Lyon, France

Phone
+33 4 78.93.04.81
To call the embassy from Guinea-Bissau, please dial +33

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

Time Right Now
Bissau: 15:43 PM, Saturday 21 December 2024
Lyon: 16:43 PM, Saturday 21 December 2024
Time Difference: Lyon 1.0 hour ahead Bissau

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in France

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Bissau-Guinean citizens

There are two available methods for Bissau-Guinean citizens and foreign passports living in Guinea-Bissau to apply for a visa to Cambodia.

Cambodia eVisa

Applying for an eVisa from Guinea-Bissau? Here is a step-by-step guide:

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Bissau-Guinean passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 45262 XOF)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 11:00 AM, Guinea-Bissau local time on 27 December 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 18105 CFA Franc BCEAO(XOF)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 21122 CFA Franc BCEAO(XOF)

Eligible ports of entry

Bissau-Guinean 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 Bissau Guinea-Bissau)
Phnom Penh International Airport 12941.8 km / 8041.6 miles (21 hours, 34 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 12766.5 km / 7932.7 miles (21 hours, 16 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 12853.1 km / 7986.5 miles (21 hours, 25 minutes)
Cham Yeam 12739.2 km / 7915.8 miles (21 hours, 13 minutes)
Poipet 12628.4 km / 7846.9 miles (21 hours, 2 minutes)
Bavet 13095.8 km / 8137.4 miles (21 hours, 49 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 12970.5 km / 8059.5 miles (21 hours, 37 minutes)

Guinea-Bissau & Cambodia travel information

Guinea-Bissau Cambodia Differences
Local time 15:43 (21 December, 2024) 22:43 (21 December, 2024) Guinea-Bissau is Lyon 1.0 hour ahead Bissau Cambodia.
Population 1,921,545 16,956,639 15,035,094 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather broken clouds 32°C (Bissau) overcast clouds 26°C (Phnom Penh) 6°C higher than Cambodia
Distance Bissau
  • Phnom Penh (12942.0 km / 8042.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (12767.0 km / 7933.0 miles)
Average distance is 12856 km or 7988 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • December Solstice in Guinea-Bissau
  • Upcoming holiday is Christmas Day which will occur in 3 days, 1 hour.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Dec. 21, 2024 which will start in 0 minutes (Bissau local time)

Guinea-Bissau Public Holidays 2024

The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Guinea-Bissau.

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
Christmas Eve Tuesday, 24 December 2024 2 days, 1 hour
Christmas Day Wednesday, 25 December 2024 3 days, 1 hour
St Stephen's Day Thursday, 26 December 2024 4 days, 1 hour
New Year's Eve Tuesday, 31 December 2024 1 week, 2 days
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 week, 3 days
New Year's Day Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 week, 3 days
Victory over Genocide Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 2 weeks, 2 days
International Women Day Saturday, 08 March 2025 2 months, 2 weeks
March Equinox Thursday, 20 March 2025 2 months, 3 weeks
Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday, 30 March 2025 3 months, 1 week

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Guinea-Bissau?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Guinea-Bissau.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Bissau-Guinean nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Bissau-Guinean citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 45262 XOF) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Guinea-Bissau?

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 11:30 AM on 26 December 2024 (Bissau local time).

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

If you are currently living in Guinea-Bissau, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.