A Cambodia tourist e-visa (Type T) in 2026 carries a government fee of USD 30, according to the Kingdom of Cambodia's official eVisa portal in 2026 [evisa.gov.kh]. It gives a single entry with a 30-day stay and is issued through evisa.gov.kh. You must use it within 3 months of issue, and you can extend it once by 30 days from inside Cambodia. The Ordinary (E) e-visa carries a government fee of USD 35, according to the same official eVisa portal [evisa.gov.kh]. If you apply through Issa Compass, a platform fee is added as a separate line, shown in the app before you pay. Nationals of nine ASEAN countries do not need a tourist e-visa at all. The point most travelers miss is the route. As of 16 October 2026, the Poipet and Cham Yeam crossings on the Thai border are closed for e-visa entry. Issa Compass checks the travel route on every Cambodia file it prepares, because a valid e-visa does not help at a crossing that will not accept it.
TL;DR
- Tourist e-visa (Type T): USD 30 government fee, single entry, 30-day stay, must be used within 3 months of issue.
- Ordinary (E) e-visa: USD 35 government fee. The Issa Compass platform fee is a separate line, shown in the app before you pay.
- Visa-free: Laos, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei and Myanmar nationals do not need a tourist e-visa.
- Border status: as of 16 October 2026, Poipet and Cham Yeam are closed for e-visa entry. Travelers coming from Thailand should fly in and confirm the status before departure.
- Every traveler must complete the free e-Arrival form before arrival, including visa-exempt nationals.
About the Author: This guide comes from the immigration consultants at Issa Compass, an online visa platform with 100,000+ clients served across the region. Its main work is Thai visas, and it also verifies and submits Cambodia tourist and business e-visa applications for travelers based in or passing through Thailand.
How much does a Cambodia e-visa cost in 2026, tourist versus business?
Fees are the simplest part of a Cambodia trip. Each application has two separate charges: a government fee paid for the visa itself, and, if you use a service, a platform fee for checking and submitting the file.
| Item | Tourist e-visa (Type T) | Ordinary (E) e-visa |
|---|---|---|
| Government fee | USD 30 [globenavo.com] | USD 35 [globenavo.com] |
| Issa Compass platform fee (separate line) | Shown in the app before you pay | Shown in the app before you pay |
| Entry and stay | Single entry, 30 days | Confirm with Issa Compass before applying |
| Use-by window | Within 3 months of issue | Confirm with Issa Compass before applying |
- Choose the type by purpose. Type T is for tourism. Type E is the category for business travel, so pick it when the trip is not a holiday.
- Keep the lines separate. The platform fee is not the government fee, and neither one includes the other.
What do the 3-month and 30-day numbers on a tourist e-visa actually mean?
Once the fee is settled, the next confusion is about time. The tourist e-visa has two separate clocks. The 3-month figure is the window in which you must enter Cambodia. The 30-day figure is how long you may stay once you arrive.
A train ticket works the same way. You can buy it weeks ahead, but it is only valid for travel within a set window. Once you board, the length of the journey is fixed no matter when you bought the ticket. Applying early therefore costs you nothing, as long as you enter within 3 months of issue. Your 30 days start at the border, not on the issue date.
- Extension: you can extend the stay once, by 30 days, from inside Cambodia. You arrange this yourself in-country. Issa Compass does not file Cambodian in-country extensions or long-stay renewals.
- Plan your exit date before you land.
Which nationalities can enter Cambodia visa-free?
For a large share of regional travelers, the timing question does not apply, because they need no tourist e-visa at all. Nationals of these countries can enter without one:
- Laos
- Malaysia
- the Philippines
- Singapore
- Vietnam
- Thailand
- Indonesia
- Brunei
- Myanmar
Most other nationalities can apply online. Being visa-exempt does not mean you skip all paperwork. The e-Arrival form still applies, the length of an exempt stay differs by nationality, and immigration still assesses each arrival on its own merits. If you hold two passports, enter on the one you planned your trip around.
Can you still cross into Cambodia from Thailand by land on an e-visa?
This is where route matters more than fees. As of 16 October 2026, the Poipet and Cham Yeam crossings on the Thai border are closed for e-visa entry. If you are coming from Thailand on an e-visa, plan to fly in instead.
- Current status only: this describes the situation at the time of writing. It is not presented as permanent. Confirm the status before you depart.
- Book flights after the e-visa is issued: this avoids paying for a land route you cannot use.
- Thai residents leaving temporarily: if your Thai status needs a re-entry permit to stay valid after you leave, you get it yourself at the airport or an immigration office before you travel. Issa Compass does not offer re-entry permit services.
- DTV holders: the Destination Thailand Visa (DTV) includes an official re-entry privilege that starts a fresh 180-day stay. With these crossings closed, a Cambodia leg means flying. Since 31 August 2026, a trip to Cambodia is also not a way to file a DTV, which must be lodged in your country of citizenship or legal residence.
What is Cambodia's e-Arrival form, and how do you prepare a complete application?
The final requirement applies to everyone, whether you hold an e-visa or not. All travelers must complete the free e-Arrival form before arrival. Put it on the same checklist as your e-visa:
- Check whether your nationality is visa-exempt.
- Choose Type T (tourism) or Type E (business).
- Prepare a clear passport scan and a compliant photo.
- Confirm a route that accepts e-visa entry. At present, that means flying in from Thailand.
- Submit through evisa.gov.kh, directly or through Issa Compass.
- Enter within 3 months of issue.
- Complete the free e-Arrival form before you arrive.
On Issa Compass files, a decision engine trained on real-time embassy requirements checks the passport, photo and travel route. The team then submits the application for you. The decision on the visa rests with the Cambodian authorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Issa Compass platform fee the government fee?
No. The Issa Compass platform fee is a separate line, shown in the app before you pay. The USD 30 government fee is a separate charge [globenavo.com].
Can I extend a Cambodia tourist e-visa?
Yes, once, by 30 days, from inside Cambodia. You arrange the extension yourself. Issa Compass does not file Cambodian extensions.
Do Thai nationals need a Cambodia e-visa?
No tourist e-visa is needed. Thai nationals must still complete the free e-Arrival form.
Can I use my e-visa at Poipet or Cham Yeam?
Not as of 16 October 2026. Both crossings are closed for e-visa entry. Confirm the current status before you depart.
How long does a Cambodia e-visa take?
No fixed processing time is published here. Check the Issa Compass app for a current estimate, and avoid booking non-refundable travel until the e-visa is issued.
Can I apply for a Thai DTV while in Cambodia?
Only if you are a citizen or legal resident of Cambodia. Since 31 August 2026, the DTV is filed in your country of citizenship or legal residence.
About Issa Compass
Issa Compass is an online visa platform, and its main work remains Thai visas. Each file runs through a real-time verification engine, with immigration consultants and a legal team available for review and support when needed. The Cambodia tourist and business e-visas are one of several new travel e-visa add-ons, alongside Vietnam, Sri Lanka, Laos and Indonesia. Issa Compass holds a 4.8/5 rating from 865 Google reviews and a 4.6/5 rating from 106 Trustpilot reviews, both as of November 2026.
Planning a Cambodia trip from Thailand, or working out which Thai visa fits your next stay? Start your e-visa check or find the right visa for your situation at Issa Compass.
References
- Google (google.com)
- Cambodia Visa Guide for Tourists | GlobeNavo (globenavo.com)
