Cambodia Visa for Samoan Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for Samoan passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
| Visa types | Requirements | Information | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist (Type-T) | Visa required | For Samoan nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 00:00 - Wednesday - 27 November, 2024 5 days 4 hours from now |
| Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 00:00 - Friday - 29 November, 2024 7 days 4 hours from now |
| Transit visa | Not required | For Samoan transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do Samoan citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of November 2024, 199,645 Samoan 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. Samoan 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 Samoan citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | Yes, Samoan passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia. |
| eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for Samoan citizens is 204 WST. |
| eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 00:30 - Thursday - 28 November, 2024 at Apia local time) |
| Visa on arrival eligibility: | Samoan 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 Samoa citizens?
Following is the list of Cambodia eVisa requirements for Samoan citizens:
- Your Samoa 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 Samoa
At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Apia, Samoa.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.
Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Australia
(It is a 4575.7 km distance from Apia with 7 hours, 37 minutes flight)
No. 5 Canterbury Crescent, Deakin, Canberra 2600, Australia
Phone
+61 02 6273 8064
To call the embassy from Samoa, please dial +61
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Close now)
Time Right Now
Apia: 19:20 PM, Thursday 21 November 2024
Canberra: 17:20 PM, Thursday 21 November 2024
Time Difference: Canberra 22.0 hours ahead Apia
How to Get Cambodia Visa for Samoan citizens
There are two available methods for Samoan citizens and foreign passports living in Samoa to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from Samoa? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Samoan passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 204 WST)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 00:00 AM, Samoa local time on 27 November 2024).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Samoan nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 82 Tala(WST)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 95 Tala(WST)
Eligible ports of entry
Samoan 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 Apia Samoa) |
|---|---|
| Phnom Penh International Airport | 9614.5 km / 5974.2 miles (16 hours, 1 minutes) |
| Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 9775.5 km / 6074.2 miles (16 hours, 17 minutes) |
| Sihanoukville International Airport | 9714.1 km / 6036.1 miles (16 hours, 11 minutes) |
| Cham Yeam | 9821.1 km / 6102.6 miles (16 hours, 22 minutes) |
| Poipet | 9914.8 km / 6160.8 miles (16 hours, 31 minutes) |
| Bavet | 9461.1 km / 5878.9 miles (15 hours, 46 minutes) |
| Trapeang Kriel | 9559.1 km / 5939.7 miles (15 hours, 55 minutes) |
Samoa & Cambodia travel information
| Samoa | Cambodia | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 19:20 (21 November, 2024) | 13:20 (21 November, 2024) | Samoa is Canberra 22.0 hours ahead Apia Cambodia. |
| Population | 199,645 | 16,937,264 | 16,737,619 fewer than Cambodia. |
| Current weather | moderate rain 25°C (Apia) | light rain 30°C (Phnom Penh) | 5°C lower than Cambodia |
| Distance | Apia |
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Average distance is 9694 km or 6024 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is Dec. 21, 2024 which will start in 4 weeks, 1 day (Apia local time) |
Samoa Public Holidays 2024
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Samoa.
| Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Thanksgiving Day | Wednesday, 27 November 2024 | 5 days, 10 hours |
| First Sunday of Advent | Sunday, 01 December 2024 | 1 week, 2 days |
| Feast of the Immaculate Conception | Sunday, 08 December 2024 | 2 weeks, 2 days |
| December Solstice | Saturday, 21 December 2024 | 4 weeks, 1 day |
| Christmas Eve | Tuesday, 24 December 2024 | 1 month |
| Christmas Day | Wednesday, 25 December 2024 | 1 month |
| First Day of Hanukkah | Thursday, 26 December 2024 | 1 month |
| Proclamation Day | Thursday, 26 December 2024 | 1 month |
| Boxing Day | Thursday, 26 December 2024 | 1 month |
| New Year's Eve | Tuesday, 31 December 2024 | 1 month, 1 week |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Samoa?
No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Samoa.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Samoan nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for Samoan citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 204 WST) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Samoa?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 00:30 AM on 28 November 2024 (Apia local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in Samoa, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.