Cambodia Visa for Sri Lankan Citizens & How to Apply
A visa is REQUIRED for Sri Lankan passport holders visiting Cambodia for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
| Visa types | Requirements | Information | Application |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist (Type-T) | Visa required | For Sri Lankan nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. | Get it as soon as 16:30 - Friday - 02 May, 2025 4 days 5 hours from now |
| Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 16:30 - Monday - 05 May, 2025 7 days 5 hours from now |
| Transit visa | Not required | For Sri Lankan transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP). |
Do Sri Lankan citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. As of April 2025, 21,446,020 Sri Lankan 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. Sri Lankan 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 Sri Lankan citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? | No, e-visa is not eligible for Sri Lankan. |
| eVisa fee: | eVisa fee for Sri Lankan citizens is 20991 LKR. |
| eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 17:00 - Friday - 02 May, 2025 at Colombo local time) |
| Visa on arrival eligibility: | Sri Lankan passport holders are eligible to obtain a visa on arrival (VoA) for Cambodia. |
| How to apply? | Online eVisa application |
Diplomatic Missions of Cambodia in Sri Lanka
At present, Cambodia has no diplomatic representations in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
The information for the nearest Cambodian embassy can be found below.
Nearest Embassy
Honorary Consulate of Cambodia in India
(It is a 708.7 km distance from Colombo with 1 hours, 10 minutes flight)
#3, KH Road Shanthinagar Bangalore 560027 INDIA
Phone
+918041306767/ +919606060312
To call the embassy from Sri Lanka, please dial +91
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Open now)
Time Right Now
Colombo: 11:25 AM, Monday 28 April 2025
Bengaluru: 11:25 AM, Monday 28 April 2025
Time Difference: None
How to Get Cambodia Visa for Sri Lankan citizens
There are two available methods for Sri Lankan citizens and foreign passports living in Sri Lanka to apply for a visa to Cambodia.
Applying for an eVisa from Sri Lanka? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Sri Lankan passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (69 USD ~ 20991 LKR)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 16:30 PM, Sri Lanka local time on 02 May 2025).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Sri Lankan nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 9127 Rupee(LKR)
- Business visas: $35 USD ~ 10648 Rupee(LKR)
Eligible ports of entry
Sri Lankan 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 Colombo Sri Lanka) |
|---|---|
| Phnom Penh International Airport | 2784.1 km / 1730.0 miles (4 hours, 38 minutes) |
| Siem Reap Angkor International Airport | 2711.9 km / 1685.1 miles (4 hours, 31 minutes) |
| Sihanoukville International Airport | 2639.7 km / 1640.2 miles (4 hours, 23 minutes) |
| Cham Yeam | 2577.6 km / 1601.7 miles (4 hours, 17 minutes) |
| Poipet | 2585.7 km / 1606.7 miles (4 hours, 18 minutes) |
| Bavet | 2920.7 km / 1814.8 miles (4 hours, 52 minutes) |
| Trapeang Kriel | 2958.0 km / 1838.0 miles (4 hours, 55 minutes) |
Sri Lanka & Cambodia travel information
| Sri Lanka | Cambodia | Differences | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local time | 11:25 (28 April, 2025) | 12:55 (28 April, 2025) | There is no time difference between Sri Lanka and Cambodia. |
| Population | 21,446,020 | 16,804,863 | 4,641,157 more than Cambodia. |
| Current weather | light rain 30°C (Colombo) | light rain 34°C (Phnom Penh) | 4°C lower than Cambodia |
| Distance | Colombo |
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Average distance is 2740 km or 1703 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is May 1, 2025 which will start in 2 days, 11 hours (Colombo local time) |
Sri Lanka Public Holidays 2025
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Sri Lanka.
| Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| International Worker's Day | Thursday, 01 May 2025 | 2 days, 11 hours |
| Labour Day | Thursday, 01 May 2025 | 2 days, 11 hours |
| Birthday of Rabindranath | Friday, 09 May 2025 | 1 week, 3 days |
| Mother's Day | Sunday, 11 May 2025 | 1 week, 5 days |
| Buddha Purnima/Vesak | Monday, 12 May 2025 | 1 week, 6 days |
| King's Birthday | Tuesday, 13 May 2025 | 2 weeks |
| Bakrid/Eid ul-Adha (Tentative Date) | Saturday, 07 June 2025 | 1 month, 1 week |
| Father's Day | Sunday, 15 June 2025 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| King's Mother's Birthday | Wednesday, 18 June 2025 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| June Solstice | Saturday, 21 June 2025 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
Frequently asked questions, answered
Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Sri Lanka?
No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Sri Lanka.
How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Sri Lankan nationals?
The cost of an eVisa for Sri Lankan citizens is approximately (69 USD ~ 20991 LKR) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.
How soon can I get a visa for Cambodia from Sri Lanka?
The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 17:00 PM on 02 May 2025 (Colombo local time).
What are the best ways to obtain a visa for Cambodia?
If you are currently living in Sri Lanka, you can:
- Apply for an e-visa online.