Cambodia entry rules for travellers from South Korea
Korean holidaymakers are a major visitor group for Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh city breaks and coastal packages. Searches for do South Koreans need a visa for Cambodia have a short answer: yes. Ordinary Republic of Korea passports are not visa-free for Cambodia. Most travellers from Seoul, Busan or other cities arrange a Cambodia eVisa before boarding flights from Incheon or Gimpo.
This page is for holders of a Korea (Republic of) passport—not a DPRK travel document. On the application form, select the nationality label that matches your booklet exactly. The guide covers eVisa, visa on arrival, the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Seoul, romanised name tips, the free e-Arrival Card and popular Korean arrival airports.
Do South Korean citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. Cambodia visa requirements for South Korea mean you must hold a valid visa or obtain visa on arrival at an authorised checkpoint. A typical tourist permission is single entry with a stay of up to 30 days. eVisa letters commonly allow first entry within about three months of issuance—check the dates on your PDF before you lock non-refundable hotel nights in Siem Reap.
One extension of about 30 days may be available after arrival through Immigration in Phnom Penh if you want more time beyond a standard package tour.
Select Korea (Republic of)—not DPRK
Application menus list both Korea (Republic of) and Korea (Democratic People’s Republic of). South Korean travellers must choose Republic of Korea. Picking the wrong line can delay or invalidate the file. Your passport cover and biodata country code should match the nationality you select.
Which visa path suits travellers from Korea?
| Path | Best for | Stay | Korea-specific note |
|---|---|---|---|
| eVisa (online) | Package tours and independent travellers from Incheon / Busan | ~30 days, single entry | Apply before weekend charter and peak Angkor seasons |
| Visa on arrival | Flexible dates; some land crossings | ~30 days, single entry | USD cash + photo; queues after group flight arrivals |
| Seoul embassy | Sticker visa or in-person consular help | Usually ~30 days | Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Jung-gu, Seoul |
Cambodia eVisa for South Korean citizens
The online eVisa is the most convenient channel for Republic of Korea passport holders. You avoid embassy queues, pay by card, and arrive with a printed approval letter—especially useful when your group transfers straight from the airport to Angkor temples.
- Tourist (Type T): holidays, family visits, temple circuits
- Business (Type E): meetings and conferences—not local employment
- Validity: single entry; stay up to 30 days; first entry commonly within three months of issue
- Apply via: this portal or evisa.gov.kh
- Documents: Korean passport biodata scan, white-background portrait, email, payment card
- Fee: visa fee applies; process fee applicable at checkout (see fees)
- Timing: commonly about three business days; apply earlier around Korean public holidays and peak dry-season travel
Visa on arrival for South Korean passport holders
Republic of Korea nationals are generally eligible for Cambodia visa on arrival for tourism or business at major airports and many land borders. Bring a passport photo and cash in US dollars for the fee shown at the desk.
When several Korean charter or scheduled flights land close together, VOA lines grow quickly. An approved eVisa usually moves tour groups through immigration faster. Details: visa on arrival.
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Seoul
Travellers who prefer a sticker visa, need consular confirmation, or cannot complete an online application can contact the mission in Seoul.
Address: 14F Booyoung Taepyeong Building, 55 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul 04513, Republic of Korea
Phone: +82 2 3785 1041
- Confirm opening hours, photo size and payment method before visiting
- Allow more calendar time than eVisa for in-person processing
- Ordinary tourist stickers are usually single entry for about 30 days
Full mission listings: embassy directory. After arrival, Korean travellers can also note their own embassy in Phnom Penh via foreign embassies—that office does not issue Cambodian visas.
Romanised names and photo tips
- Copy the English spelling from the passport MRZ / biodata page—do not “fix” a different romanisation
- Match passport number, date of birth and expiry exactly
- Use a recent portrait on a white or light background; glasses glare and cropped chins cause rejections
- Scan the full biodata page without fingers covering numbers
Photo rules: photo requirements.
Flights from Korea and eVisa entry ports
Direct and one-stop services from South Korea commonly land at:
- Siem Reap Angkor International Airport — temple-focused packages
- Techo International Airport (Phnom Penh) — capital stays and business trips
- Sihanoukville International Airport — coastal itineraries when schedules allow
- Selected land borders — confirm eVisa acceptance at your specific post before overlanding
Live list: ports of entry. Within about seven days of flying, also complete the free e-Arrival Card—an eVisa PDF does not replace it.
How South Koreans apply for a Cambodia eVisa
- Open the application and select Korea (Republic of).
- Enter romanised personal data exactly as printed on your Korean passport.
- Choose tourism or business and an authorised arrival port.
- Upload a clear passport scan and white-background portrait photo.
- Pay the visa fee (process fee applicable) and save your reference number.
- Print the approval PDF; complete the e-Arrival Card before departure from Incheon, Gimpo, Busan or other Korean airports.
Track progress on the status page. Re-upload promptly if a scan is rejected so group departure dates stay intact.
Practical tips for Korean visitors
- Apply before tour operators finalise non-refundable Angkor schedules.
- Print the eVisa; do not rely only on a phone screen at immigration.
- Carry some USD for incidentals even if you prepaid hotel packages in Korea.
- Your 30-day stay starts on entry—plan temple days inside that window.
- Check Cambodia public holidays that can slow counters.
- Read the tourist guide after your visa path is set.
FAQ — Cambodia visa for South Korea
Answers for common searches about Cambodia entry requirements for Korean citizens.
Do South Koreans need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. Holders of a Republic of Korea passport need a visa for Cambodia for tourism or business. Most travellers apply online for a Cambodia eVisa; visa on arrival and the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Seoul are alternatives.
What are the Cambodia visa requirements for South Korea?
Korean travellers generally need a passport valid for at least six months from entry with blank page space, a qualifying visa (eVisa, visa on arrival, or embassy visa), a white-background portrait for eVisa uploads, and Cambodia’s free e-Arrival Card completed within seven days before air arrival.
How should Korean names be entered on the Cambodia eVisa form?
Enter your name exactly as romanised on the passport biodata page and machine-readable zone. Do not invent a different English spelling for the form. Middle names or empty given-name fields should match the passport layout.
How much is the Cambodia eVisa for South Korean passport holders?
A Cambodia tourist eVisa requires the applicable visa fee, with process fee applicable at payment. Visa on arrival is paid in cash in US dollars at the checkpoint. Confirm the total on the payment screen before you submit.
How long can a South Korean stay in Cambodia on a tourist visa?
A standard tourist permission is typically single entry for up to 30 days. eVisa approvals often allow first entry within about three months of issuance. One extension of about 30 days may be available after arrival in Phnom Penh, subject to immigration rules.
Can South Korean citizens get a Cambodia visa on arrival?
Yes. Republic of Korea passport holders are generally eligible for tourist or business visa on arrival at major airports and many land borders, with a passport photo and cash for the visa fee. Weekend group flights from Incheon can create queues, so many travellers prefer an approved eVisa.
Where is the Cambodian embassy in South Korea?
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia is in Seoul at 14F Booyoung Taepyeong Building, 55 Sejong-daero, Jung-gu, Seoul 04513. Phone +82 2 3785 1041 to confirm consular hours if you prefer a sticker visa instead of eVisa.
Is North Korea the same as South Korea for Cambodia eVisa?
No. Select Korea (Republic of) for a South Korean passport. Democratic People’s Republic of Korea is a different nationality on application forms. Always choose the label that matches the passport you will carry.
Related guides for South Korean travellers
- Eligible countries — full nationality directory
- China guide — another major Northeast Asia market
- Japan guide — neighbouring market
- Australia guide
- Tourist eVisa — Type T stay rules
- Application procedure
