Cambodia e-Arrival Card

What Is the Cambodia e-Arrival Card?

The Cambodia e-Arrival Card (sometimes called the CEA or simply "e-Arrival") is the country's digital entry declaration, submitted online before you travel. It's filed through the official government portal at arrival.gov.kh, and completing it is free.

The "3-in-1" Integrated Declaration

What makes Cambodia's system genuinely different from many other countries' arrival forms is its structure. Instead of filling out separate paper cards for immigration, health, and customs, the e-Arrival Card combines all three into one digital submission:

• Immigration declaration — your entry details and travel information
• Health declaration — standard health-related questions
• Customs declaration — currency amounts and any goods you're bringing in

One form, one submission, one QR code at the end. If you've traveled to countries that still require you to juggle multiple cards at the airport, this streamlined approach is a real time-saver.

Who Needs to Submit the e-Arrival Card

The scope of who must complete this form is broader than what you'll find in many neighboring countries, so it's worth reading closely even if you think it doesn't apply to you.

Yes, Cambodian Citizens Need It Too

This isn't a foreigners-only requirement. Cambodian citizens returning home, diplomats, and airline crew are all expected to complete the e-Arrival Card alongside international visitors of every visa type.

No Family or Group Submission — Every Traveler Needs Their Own

There's no option to submit on behalf of your whole family or travel group. Every individual traveler — including infants and children — needs their own separately submitted e-Arrival Card. If you're traveling with kids, budget a few extra minutes to complete a form for each of them.

Where the e-Arrival Card Is Required

The Three International Airports

The e-Arrival Card is confirmed as required at Cambodia's three international airports:

• Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH)
• Siem Reap–Angkor International Airport (REP)
• Sihanouk International Airport (KOS), serving Sihanoukville

Land and Sea Entry: What We Know

If you're entering Cambodia by land or sea, we haven't found confirmation either way as to whether the e-Arrival Card applies. Until this is clarified through official channels, travelers entering by land border or seaport should check current requirements directly with Cambodian immigration authorities before their trip.

Is the Cambodia e-Arrival Card Free?

Yes. Submitting your e-Arrival Card through the official government portal, arrival.gov.kh, costs nothing.

Beware of Paid Third-Party Filing Sites

Because the official portal is a bare-bones government website, a number of third-party sites have popped up offering to "process" your e-Arrival Card for a fee. These sites aren't scams in the traditional sense — many will genuinely submit your form — but they're charging for something you can do yourself at no cost. If you'd prefer expert eyes on your submission before you travel, that's exactly what our assisted-filing service is for, and we're upfront that it's a paid convenience, not a required step.

The One Real Fee: Applying for a Visa on Arrival Within the App

There is one legitimate fee you might encounter in the same flow: if you use the e-Arrival system's integrated Visa-on-Arrival feature (more on this below), that visa carries Cambodia's standard visa-on-arrival government fee. This is a real fee for a different product — your visa — and it's separate from the free arrival card itself. Confirm the current fee on the official portal before you travel.

When to Submit: The 7-Day Window

You can submit your e-Arrival Card any time within 7 days before your arrival in Cambodia. We'd recommend completing it a few days ahead of your flight rather than waiting until the last minute — your confirmation QR code is something you'll want ready to go before you reach immigration.

How to Submit the e-Arrival Card

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

Screen order and exact fields can shift as the system matures, so it's worth double-checking the live portal against this outline as your travel date approaches.

Information You'll Need

Before you sit down to complete your e-Arrival Card, have the following ready:

• Passport details (number, nationality, expiry date)
• Flight and arrival information (flight number, port of entry, arrival date)
• Your accommodation address in Cambodia
• Answers to standard health declaration questions
• Customs details, including currency amounts and any dutiable goods
• Your visa information, or details for a Visa on Arrival application if you're using the integrated feature

Applying for a Visa on Arrival at the Same Time

One of the more useful features of Cambodia's e-Arrival system is the ability to apply for and pay for a Visa on Arrival within the same online flow — before you even leave home. Instead of queuing at a separate VOA counter after you land, eligible travelers can handle both their arrival declaration and their visa application in one sitting. Eligibility and current fees can vary, so it's worth confirming both on the official portal ahead of your trip.

Smart Gates: Faster Immigration Clearance

Cambodia has been introducing Smart Gates — biometric e-gate lanes designed to speed up immigration clearance for travelers who've already submitted their e-Arrival Card. Availability isn't yet consistent across every airport, so don't count on using one; treat it as a welcome bonus if it's available at your port of entry rather than something to plan around.

Your Confirmation QR Code

Once you successfully submit your e-Arrival Card, you'll receive a confirmation QR code. This is your proof of submission.

Saving and Retrieving Your QR Code

Save a screenshot or printout of your QR code before you travel, and have it ready to present at immigration and customs on arrival. If you lose access to it before your trip, check the confirmation email from your submission first, as that's typically the most reliable way to recover it.

What Happens If You Don't Submit Before Arrival

We don't have an officially confirmed penalty for arriving without a completed e-Arrival Card, but the general expectation — consistent with similar systems elsewhere — is that you'll likely be asked to complete it on the spot, which can mean delays at immigration. It's simpler, and free, to just take care of it before you fly.

The e-Arrival Card Is Not a Visa

It's worth saying plainly: the e-Arrival Card is a declaration, not a visa. If your nationality requires a visa, e-visa, or Visa on Arrival to enter Cambodia, that requirement exists separately and isn't replaced by completing the e-Arrival Card. The good news, as covered above, is that eligible travelers can now apply for their Visa on Arrival within the same portal — but the two remain distinct requirements.

Other Entry Requirements to Know

Passport Validity

Standard practice for Cambodia is that your passport should be valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay. Confirm the current requirement before you travel, as policies can be updated.

Currency Declaration

As part of the customs component of your e-Arrival Card, you'll need to declare currency amounts above a certain threshold. Check the current threshold on the official portal, since these figures can change.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Frequently Asked Questions