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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need a Visa to enter Cambodia?

Most travellers shall be issued entry-visa upon their arrival. For further information, please directly contact the Immigration Police Unit at the Phnom Penh Airport International or the Siem Reap Airport. Some countries where the Royal Embassies and Consulates of Cambodia installed, travellers shall then apply for an entry-visa prior to their departure. Multi-entry visa can be extended at the Department of Foreigner of the Ministry of Interior. Read more about Cambodia Visa here.



What is the temperature and climate for Phnom Penh during July?

The climate is relatively warm in Phnom Penh with an average high of 33°C and low of 27°C, and temporary showers of 154mm over 23 days.
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What is the time difference?

Cambodia is 7 (GMT+7) hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) and 12 hours ahead of the United States in Boston, Pacific Time Standard.



What is the national language?

Khmer is the official language with English as the main foreign language.Currently, street signs in the country are usually bilingual, written in both the Khmer language as well as English. In recent years, there are many Japanese/Korea/Chinese expats who have set up F&B and various Service businesses in Phnom Penh and have Japanese/Korean/Chinese speaking staff.



What currency is used in Cambodia?

Cambodia accepts US Dollars or the Cambodian Riel. The exchange rate is approximately 1 USD to 4,000 KHR and credit cards (Visa/Mastercard) are accepted at most good establishments.



How safe is Phnom Penh?

Information accurate as of the date of publishing as referenced from: https://ceoworld.biz/2019/08/01/the-worlds-safest-cities-ranking-2019/



Where can I purchase Pre-Paid SIM cards?

Prepaid SIM Cards are readily available upon exiting the arrival area of the airport. It costs approximately US$10-17 for 1 week and US$20 for 2 weeks.



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