Cambodia
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China visa for Cambodian citizens
Entry requirement
China requires Cambodian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
- Where to apply
- 1 mission
- Visa guide
- China visa guide
Checked 31 October 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at kh.china-embassy.gov.cn
Which China visa?
Key facts
- Maximum stay
- Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry)
- Processing time
- Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply
China’s official site for the tourist visa is consular.mfa.gov.cn. Processing time, as China states it: Set by the mission or visa application centre where you apply. Longest stay on the tourist visa: Duration of stay printed on the visa (short-stay visas allow up to 180 days per entry).
Chinese missions in Cambodia
- Embassy of China in Phnom Penh
No.156, Blvd Mao Tsetung, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
China has 1 mission in Cambodia, with its embassy in Phnom Penh.
Chinese citizens travelling to Cambodia
ChinaCambodia Visa on arrival Cambodia visa for citizens of China
Travel advice for China
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Cambodia to China, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates China at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 18 October 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to China (updated 27 August 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for China (updated 27 October 2026). Each ministry writes for its own citizens.
Good to know
How long Cambodian citizens can stay in China
How long Cambodian citizens may stay in China is set by the visa issued, and the visa type must match the purpose of the trip.
How Cambodian citizens apply
In Cambodia, applications go to the Chinese embassy in Phnom Penh, or to a visa centre acting for China; fees, documents and processing times are published by China.
China’s neighbours for Cambodian citizens
Laos, Myanmar and Vietnam admit Cambodian citizens visa-free. Afghanistan and North Korea require Cambodian citizens to obtain a visa in advance.
Chinese citizens travelling to Cambodia
Chinese citizens receive their visa for Cambodia at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Frequently asked questions
Do Cambodian citizens need a visa for China?
China requires Cambodian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance.
Where is the Chinese embassy in Cambodia?
The Chinese embassy in Cambodia is in Phnom Penh.
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Chinese citizens receive their visa for Cambodia at the border; it covers up to 30 days.
Can Cambodian citizens enter China visa-free?
No; Cambodian citizens need a visa for China obtained in advance.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 31 October 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.