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 - Friday - 25 April, 2025 6 days 2 hours from now |
| Business (Type-E) | Visa required |
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Get it as soon as 08:00 - Friday - 25 April, 2025 6 days 2 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 April 2025, 588,425 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 2594 SRD. |
| eVisa processing time: | 3-5 working days (Earliest is 08:30 - Thursday - 24 April, 2025 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 Brazil
(It is a 2545.1 km distance from Paramaribo with 4 hours, 14 minutes flight)
SHIS QL 16, Conjunto 04, Casa 05, Lago Sul, 71640-245, Brasilia-DF, Brazil
Phone
+55 61 3142 6006
To call the embassy from Suriname, please dial +55
Office hours
Monday- Friday: 8:00 am - 17:00 pm
(Close now)
Time Right Now
Paramaribo: 05:28 AM, Saturday 19 April 2025
Brasilia: 05:28 AM, Saturday 19 April 2025
Time Difference: Brasilia 1.0 hour ahead Paramaribo
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.
Applying for an eVisa from Suriname? Here is a step-by-step guide:
- Fill in a secure online eVisa form
- Upload your Surinamese passport data page and a 4*6cm photo.
- Confirm and pay the e-Visa fee (69 USD ~ 2594 SRD)
- Get your eVisa approval in 3-5 business days (The earliest is 08:00 AM, Suriname local time on 25 April 2025).
- Present your eVisa certificate at the immigration checking point.
Surinamese nationals are eligible for the 30-day visa-on-arrival program:
- Tourist visas: $30 USD ~ 1128 Dollar(SRD)
- 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 | 05:28 (19 April, 2025) | 15:28 (19 April, 2025) | Suriname is Brasilia 1.0 hour ahead Paramaribo Cambodia. |
| Population | 588,425 | 16,799,051 | 16,210,626 fewer than Cambodia. |
| Current weather | light rain 29°C (Paramaribo) | broken clouds 33°C (Phnom Penh) | 4°C lower than Cambodia |
| Distance | Paramaribo |
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Average distance is 16974 km or 10547 miles. |
| Today’s holiday |
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The next public holiday in Cambodia is May 1, 2025 which will start in 1 week, 4 days (Paramaribo local time) |
Suriname Public Holidays 2025
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia may close during the following public holidays and observances in Suriname.
| Public holiday | Date to be observed | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, 20 April 2025 | 8 hours, 31 minutes |
| Tiradentes Day | Monday, 21 April 2025 | 1 day, 8 hours |
| Labor Day / May Day | Thursday, 01 May 2025 | 1 week, 4 days |
| Labour Day | Thursday, 01 May 2025 | 1 week, 4 days |
| Mother's Day | Sunday, 11 May 2025 | 3 weeks |
| King's Birthday | Tuesday, 13 May 2025 | 3 weeks, 2 days |
| Brazilian Valentine's Day | Thursday, 12 June 2025 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Father's Day | Sunday, 15 June 2025 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| King's Mother's Birthday | Wednesday, 18 June 2025 | 1 month, 4 weeks |
| Corpus Christi | Thursday, 19 June 2025 | 1 month, 4 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 (69 USD ~ 2594 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 24 April 2025 (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.