Cambodia Visa for Surinamese Citizens & How to Apply

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

Visa types Requirements Information Application
Tourist (Type-T) Visa required For Surinamese nationals or residents who visit Cambodia for tourism purposes. Get it as soon as 08:00 - Tuesday - 26 November, 2024 5 days 4 hours from now
Business (Type-E) Visa required
  • For Surinameses who have accepted a job offer from Cambodia.
  • For Surinamese citizens who have received invitations from registered companies/organizations in Cambodia.
Get it as soon as 08:00 - Thursday - 28 November, 2024 7 days 4 hours from now
Transit visa Not required For Surinamese transit passengers departing on the same arrival airplane through Phnom Penh International Airport (PHP).

Do Surinamese citizens need a visa for Cambodia?

Yes. As of November 2024, 591,521 Surinamese 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. Surinamese 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 Surinamese citizens apply for Cambodia evisa? Yes, Surinamese passports are eligible for the e-visa to Cambodia.
eVisa fee: eVisa fee for Surinamese citizens is 2820 SRD.
eVisa processing time: 3-5 working days (Earliest is 08:30 - Wednesday - 27 November, 2024 at Paramaribo local time)
Visa on arrival eligibility: Surinamese 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 Suriname citizens?

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

  • Your Suriname 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 Suriname

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

Nearest Embassy
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Cuba
(It is a 3493.2 km distance from Paramaribo with 5 hours, 49 minutes flight)
5ta.Ave. No. 7001 e/ 70y 72, Miramar, Havana, Cuba

Phone
+537 204 1496
To call the embassy from Suriname, please dial +53

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

Time Right Now
Paramaribo: 03:58 AM, Thursday 21 November 2024
Havana: 01:58 AM, Thursday 21 November 2024
Time Difference: Havana 2.0 hours behind Paramaribo

Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Cuba

How to Get Cambodia Visa for Surinamese citizens

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

Cambodia eVisa

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

  1. Fill in a secure online eVisa form
  2. Upload your Surinamese passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
  3. Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (75 USD ~ 2820 SRD)
  4. Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 08:00 AM, Suriname local time on 26 November 2024).
  5. Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.

Cambodia visa on arrival

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

  1. Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 1128 Dollar(SRD)
  2. Business visas: $35 USD ~ 1316 Dollar(SRD)

Eligible ports of entry

Surinamese 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 Paramaribo Suriname)
Phnom Penh International Airport 17075.5 km / 10610.3 miles (28 hours, 27 minutes)
Siem Reap Angkor International Airport 16856.0 km / 10473.9 miles (28 hours, 5 minutes)
Sihanoukville International Airport 17040.2 km / 10588.3 miles (28 hours, 24 minutes)
Cham Yeam 16904.7 km / 10504.1 miles (28 hours, 10 minutes)
Poipet 16734.1 km / 10398.1 miles (27 hours, 53 minutes)
Bavet 17219.7 km / 10699.8 miles (28 hours, 41 minutes)
Trapeang Kriel 16990.7 km / 10557.5 miles (28 hours, 19 minutes)

Suriname & Cambodia travel information

Suriname Cambodia Differences
Local time 03:58 (21 November, 2024) 13:58 (21 November, 2024) Suriname is Havana 2.0 hours behind Paramaribo Cambodia.
Population 591,521 16,937,264 16,345,743 fewer than Cambodia.
Current weather light rain 32°C (Paramaribo) light rain 30°C (Phnom Penh) 2°C higher than Cambodia
Distance Paramaribo
  • Phnom Penh (17076.0 km / 10610.0 miles)
  • Siem Reap (16856.0 km / 10474.0 miles)
Average distance is 16974 km or 10547 miles.
Today’s holiday
  • There are no holidays today in Suriname
  • Upcoming holiday is December Solstice which will occur in 4 weeks, 1 day.
The next public holiday in Cambodia is Dec. 21, 2024 which will start in 4 weeks, 1 day (Paramaribo local time)

Suriname Public Holidays 2024

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

Public holiday Date to be observed Counting down
December Solstice Saturday, 21 December 2024 4 weeks, 1 day
Christmas Day Wednesday, 25 December 2024 1 month
New Year's Eve Tuesday, 31 December 2024 1 month, 1 week
Liberation Day Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 month, 1 week
New Year Wednesday, 01 January 2025 1 month, 1 week
New Year Day Thursday, 02 January 2025 1 month, 1 week
Epiphany Monday, 06 January 2025 1 month, 2 weeks
Victory over Genocide Day Tuesday, 07 January 2025 1 month, 2 weeks
José Martí's Birthday Memorial Tuesday, 28 January 2025 2 months
International Women Day Saturday, 08 March 2025 3 months, 2 weeks

Frequently asked questions, answered

Are there any Cambodian diplomatic missions in Suriname?

No. There is no embassy of Cambodia in Suriname.

How much does a Cambodian eVisa cost for Surinamese nationals?

The cost of an eVisa for Surinamese citizens is approximately (75 USD ~ 2820 SRD) for a standard processing time of 3-5 working days.

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

The earliest possible for getting an eVisa for Cambodia is around 08:30 AM on 27 November 2024 (Paramaribo local time).

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

If you are currently living in Suriname, you can:

  • Apply for an e-visa online.