Cambodia Visa for Lesotho Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for Lesotho passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
| Visa types | Requirements | Information | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist (Type-T) | Visa required | For Lesotho nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 13:00 - Monday - 27 January, 2025 5 days 2 hours from now |
| Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 13:00 - Wednesday - 29 January, 2025 7 days 2 hours from now |
| Transit visa | Not required | For Lesotho transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do Lesotho citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of January 2025, 2,143,986 Lesotho 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. Lesotho 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 Lesotho citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | Yes, Lesotho passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia. |
| eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for Lesotho citizens is 1268 LSL. |
| eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 13:30 - Tuesday - 28 January, 2025 at Maseru local time) |
| Visa on arrival eligibility: | Lesotho 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 Lesotho citizens?
Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Lesotho citizens:
- Your Lesotho 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 Lesotho
At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Maseru, Lesotho.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.
Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Egypt
(It is a 6639.6 km distance from Maseru with 11 hours, 3 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 Lesotho, please dial +20
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Open now)
Time Right Now
Maseru: 10:05 AM, Wednesday 22 January 2025
Giza: 10:05 AM, Wednesday 22 January 2025
Time Difference: None
How to Get Cambodia Visa for Lesotho citizens
There are two available methods for Lesotho citizens and foreign passports living in Lesotho to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from Lesotho? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Lesotho passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (69 USD ~ 1268 LSL)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 13:00 PM, Lesotho local time on 27 January 2025).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Lesotho nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 551 Loti(LSL)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 643 Loti(LSL)
Eligible ports of entry
Lesotho 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 Maseru Lesotho) |
|---|---|
| Phnom Penh International Airport | 9380.4 km / 5828.7 miles (15 hours, 38 minutes) |
| Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 9394.9 km / 5837.7 miles (15 hours, 39 minutes) |
| Sihanoukville International Airport | 9211.6 km / 5723.8 miles (15 hours, 21 minutes) |
| Cham Yeam | 9207.5 km / 5721.3 miles (15 hours, 20 minutes) |
| Poipet | 9294.6 km / 5775.4 miles (15 hours, 29 minutes) |
| Bavet | 9475.7 km / 5887.9 miles (15 hours, 47 minutes) |
| Trapeang Kriel | 9628.3 km / 5982.7 miles (16 hours, 2 minutes) |
Lesotho & Cambodia travel information
| Lesotho | Cambodia | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 10:05 (22 January, 2025) | 15:05 (22 January, 2025) | There is no time difference between Lesotho and Cambodia. |
| Population | 2,143,986 | 16,742,861 | 14,598,875 fewer than Cambodia. |
| Current weather | moderate rain 22°C (Maseru) | broken clouds 30°C (Phnom Penh) | 8°C lower than Cambodia |
| Distance | Maseru |
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Average distance is 9370 km or 5822 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is March 8, 2025 which will start in 1 month, 1 week (Maseru local time) |
Lesotho Public Holidays 2025
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Lesotho.
| Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Revolution Day January 25 | Saturday, 25 January 2025 | 2 days, 8 hours |
| International Women Day | Saturday, 08 March 2025 | 1 month, 1 week |
| March Equinox | Thursday, 20 March 2025 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Eid el Fitr | Monday, 31 March 2025 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Eid el Fitr Day 2 | Tuesday, 01 April 2025 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Eid el Fitr Day 3 | Wednesday, 02 April 2025 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Coptic Good Friday | Friday, 18 April 2025 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| Coptic Holy Saturday | Saturday, 19 April 2025 | 2 months, 3 weeks |
| Coptic Easter Sunday | Sunday, 20 April 2025 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
| Spring Festival | Monday, 21 April 2025 | 2 months, 4 weeks |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Lesotho?
No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Lesotho.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Lesotho nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for Lesotho citizens is approximately (69 USD ~ 1268 LSL) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Lesotho?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 13:30 PM on 28 January 2025 (Maseru local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in Lesotho, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.