Cambodia Visa for Kenyan Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Kenyan nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 14:00 - Friday - 27 December, 2024 5 days 19 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Kenyans who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Kenyan citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 14:00 - Friday - 27 December, 2024 5 days 19 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Kenyan transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Kenyan citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of December 2024, 55,007,358 Kenyan 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. Kenyan 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 Kenyan citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Kenyan passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Kenyan citizens is 9938 KES.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 14:30 - Thursday - 26 December, 2024 at Nairobi local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Kenyan 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 Kenya citizens?

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

  • Your Kenya 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.
  • Two-way air or bus ticket (In & Out)
  • Your hotel reservation (Hotel name, Address and Phone)

Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in Kenya

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

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt
(It is a 3416.4 km distance from Nairobi with 5 hours, 41 minutes flight)
Villa No.2E, Gamal Hemdan St/Charles De Gaulle St., Dokki, Giza, Egypt

Phone
+202 37629973/ +202 33351137
To call the embassy from Kenya, please dial +20

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

Time Right Now
Nairobi: 18:52 PM, Saturday 21 December 2024
Giza: 17:52 PM, Saturday 21 December 2024
Time Difference: Giza 1.0 hour behind Nairobi

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Kenyan citizens

There are two available methods for Kenyan citizens and foreign passports living in Kenya to apply for a visa to Cambodia.

Cambodia eVisa

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

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Kenyan passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 9938 KES)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 14:00 PM, Kenya local time on 27 December 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 3975 Shilling(KES)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 4638 Shilling(KES)

Eligible ports of entry

Kenyan 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 Nairobi Kenya)
Phnom Penh International Airport 7498.7 km / 4659.5 miles (12 hours, 29 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 7406.8 km / 4602.4 miles (12 hours, 20 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 7358.6 km / 4572.4 miles (12 hours, 15 minutes)
Cham Yeam 7289.8 km / 4529.7 miles (12 hours, 8 minutes)
Poipet 7274.0 km / 4519.8 miles (12 hours, 7 minutes)
Bavet 7638.5 km / 4746.4 miles (12 hours, 43 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 7650.7 km / 4753.9 miles (12 hours, 45 minutes)

Kenya & Cambodia travel information

Kenya Cambodia Differences
Local time 18:52 (21 December, 2024) 22:52 (21 December, 2024) Kenya is Giza 1.0 hour behind Nairobi Cambodia.
Population 55,007,358 16,956,639 38,050,719 more than Cambodia.
Current weather moderate rain 26°C (Nairobi) overcast clouds 26°C (Phnom Penh) 0°C higher than Cambodia
Distance Nairobi
  • Phnom Penh (7499.0 km / 4659.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (7407.0 km / 4602.0 miles)
Average distance is 7445 km or 4626 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • December Solstice in Kenya
  • 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 (Nairobi local time)

Kenya Public Holidays 2024

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

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
January 1 Bank Holiday Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 week, 3 days
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 week, 3 days
Coptic Christmas Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 2 weeks, 2 days
Victory over Genocide Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 2 weeks, 2 days
Revolution Day January 25 Saturday, 25 January 2025 1 month
International Women Day Saturday, 08 March 2025 2 months, 2 weeks
March Equinox Thursday, 20 March 2025 2 months, 3 weeks
Eid el Fitr Monday, 31 March 2025 3 months, 1 week
Eid el Fitr Day 2 Tuesday, 01 April 2025 3 months, 1 week
Eid el Fitr Day 3 Wednesday, 02 April 2025 3 months, 1 week

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Kenya?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Kenya.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Kenyan nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Kenyan citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 9938 KES) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Kenya?

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 14:30 PM on 26 December 2024 (Nairobi local time).

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

If you are currently living in Kenya, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.