Cambodia Visa for New Zealand Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For New Zealand nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 00:00 - Saturday - 04 January, 2025 3 days 20 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For New Zealands who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For New Zealand citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 00:00 - Tuesday - 07 January, 2025 6 days 20 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For New Zealand transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do New Zealand citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of December 2024, 4,863,075 New Zealand 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. New Zealand 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 New Zealand citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, New Zealand passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for New Zealand citizens is 120 NZD.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 00:30 - Tuesday - 07 January, 2025 at Wellington local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: New Zealand 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 New Zealand citizens?

Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for New Zealand citizens:

  • Your New Zealand 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 New Zealand

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

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Australia
(It is a 2325.7 km distance from Wellington with 3 hours, 52 minutes flight)
No. 5 Canterbury Crescent, Deakin, Canberra 2600, Australia

Phone
+61 02 6273 8064
To call the embassy from New Zealand, please dial +61

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

Time Right Now
Wellington: 03:42 AM, Tuesday 31 December 2024
Canberra: 01:42 AM, Tuesday 31 December 2024
Time Difference: Canberra 2.0 hours behind Wellington

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Australia

How to Get Cambodia Visa for New Zealand citizens

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

Cambodia eVisa

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

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your New Zealand passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 120 NZD)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 00:00 AM, New Zealand local time on 04 January 2025).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 48 New Zealand Dollar(NZD)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 56 New Zealand Dollar(NZD)

Eligible ports of entry

New Zealand 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 Wellington New Zealand)
Phnom Penh International Airport 9238.1 km / 5740.3 miles (15 hours, 23 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 9462.6 km / 5879.8 miles (15 hours, 46 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 9256.2 km / 5751.5 miles (15 hours, 25 minutes)
Cham Yeam 9396.3 km / 5838.6 miles (15 hours, 39 minutes)
Poipet 9580.0 km / 5952.7 miles (15 hours, 58 minutes)
Bavet 9098.2 km / 5653.3 miles (15 hours, 9 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 9333.3 km / 5799.4 miles (15 hours, 33 minutes)

New Zealand & Cambodia travel information

New Zealand Cambodia Differences
Local time 03:42 (31 December, 2024) 21:42 (30 December, 2024) New Zealand is Canberra 2.0 hours behind Wellington Cambodia.
Population 4,863,075 16,962,452 12,099,377 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather moderate rain 15°C (Wellington) broken clouds 30°C (Phnom Penh) 15°C lower than Cambodia
Distance Wellington
  • Phnom Penh (9238.0 km / 5740.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (9463.0 km / 5880.0 miles)
Average distance is 9338 km or 5802 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • New Year's Eve in New Zealand
  • Upcoming holiday is New Year's Day which will occur in 1 day, 2 hours.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Jan. 1, 2025 which will start in 1 day, 2 hours (Wellington local time)

New Zealand Public Holidays 2024

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

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
New Year's Eve Tuesday, 31 December 2024 2 hours, 17 minutes
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 day, 2 hours
New Year's Day Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 day, 2 hours
Last day of Hanukkah Thursday, 02 January 2025 2 days, 2 hours
Epiphany Monday, 06 January 2025 6 days, 2 hours
Orthodox Christmas Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 1 week
Victory over Genocide Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 1 week
Orthodox New Year Tuesday, 14 January 2025 2 weeks
Australia Day Sunday, 26 January 2025 3 weeks, 5 days
Isra and Mi'raj Monday, 27 January 2025 3 weeks, 6 days

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in New Zealand?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in New Zealand.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for New Zealand nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for New Zealand citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 120 NZD) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from New Zealand?

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 00:30 AM on 07 January 2025 (Wellington local time).

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

If you are currently living in New Zealand, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.