On Friday, April 28, at approximately 5:20 pm, the Southeast Asian Games torch will arrive in the Phnom Penh city limits.  The torch will arrive via National Road 6 and is expected to pass by Wat Phnom at roughly 6:45 pm, continuing to Langka Pagoda near Independence Monument.  On Saturday, April 29 at 5:45 am, …

The official campaign period for Cambodia’s commune council elections began May 21 and runs through Friday, June 3.  During this period campaign activities may include large-scale marches and rallies throughout the country.  The U.S. Embassy expects these activities to be orderly; however, they may disrupt traffic and local businesses.  We advise American citizens to monitor …

Please be advised that there will be a May Day labor rally planned for tomorrow Sunday, May 1st from 06:30 am to 12:30 pm in Phnom Penh.  Hundreds of participants are expected to gather at the Cambodian Council for Development located on the corner of Preah Sisowath Quay and Street 94, just east of Wat Phnom …

Location: Cambodia, countrywide Event:  On December 6, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will implement a one-day COVID-19 testing requirement for travelers over age two going to the United States.  Regardless of vaccination status or nationality, any individual going to the United States must show a negative pre-departure COVID-19 viral test taken the day before they board their flight to the …

Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Phnom Penh, Cambodia   December 3, 2021 Location: Cambodia Event: On November 26, the White House announced a travel restriction for certain travelers physically present within the Republic of Botswana, the Kingdom of Eswatini, the Kingdom of Lesotho, the Republic of Malawi, the Republic of Mozambique, the Republic of Namibia, the Republic …

The U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh is conducting an annual verification of STEP enrollments.  Please log in to your STEP account to verify that your profile, phone numbers, email address, travel dates, and location in Cambodia are up-to-date If you are visiting or living in Cambodia, and have not yet enrolled in STEP, we strongly …

Location: Worldwide Event: On October 25, President Biden announced the United States will adopt a global air travel policy.  This policy prioritizes public health, protecting U.S. citizens and residents as well as those who come to visit us.  Effective November 8 all non-citizen, nonimmigrant (not a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or traveling to …

In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the Delta variant, the Provincial Government of Siem Reap has announced a curfew for the entire Siem Reap Province.  The curfew will be in effect from 09:00 PM through 03:00 AM from September 22, 2021 through October 5, 2021.  Exceptions are made for travel related to …

In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the Delta variant, the Provincial Government of Siem Reap has announced lockdown measures and other restrictions as follows: Siem Reap Town will be classified as a “Dark Yellow Zone” from September 11, 2021 through September 18, 2021. “Dark Yellow Zones” are subject to the following restrictions: All …

In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the Delta variant, the Government of Cambodia has extended the curfew for Phnom Penh through August 19, 2021. Additional restrictive measures have also been extended through August 26, 2021. Local and provincial authorities throughout the country may also implement additional restrictions. American citizens are advised to …

Attention American Citizens The Ministry of Health has announced the continuation of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign for residents in Phnom Penh. Beginning August 9, 2021 through September 8, 2021, the Ministry of Health will provide COVID-19 vaccines to area residents aged 18 years old and over.  Vaccines are available to both Cambodian citizens and foreigners …

On August 2 and August 5, Phnom Penh City authorities issued orders restricting access to and movement within certain areas of Phnom Penh in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19.  For the duration of the orders, it is prohibited to enter, exit, or gather within the designated areas. At the time of this announcement, …

In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, including the Delta variant, the Government of Cambodia will implement new measures from 11:59 PM on July 29, 2021 through August 12, 2021, including the lockdown of provinces bordering Thailand (Koh Kong, Pursat, Battambang, Pai Lin, Banteay Meanchey, Odor Meanchey, Preah Vihear, and Siem Reap), the closure of the …

The Siem Reap provincial government has announced that they will begin vaccinating foreigners resident in Siem Reap for COVID-19 from July 20, 2021 at 8:00 AM at the Siem Preap Provincial Hospital.  For information on eligibility please visit the following  link .

Message to U.S. Citizens:  U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh (May 25, 2021) Location:  Cambodia Event:  U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to …

Interprovincial Travel On April 25, Cambodian authorities lifted the ban on travel between provinces . However, a prohibition on travel to and from areas under lockdown, such as Phnom Penh, Ta Khmau, Sihanoukville, and parts of Poipet, remains. Curfew in Siem Reap Cambodian authorities extended the existing curfew in Siem Reap until May 7, 2021. Lockdown Measures Cambodian authorities announced that lockdown measures in Phnom …

In an effort to halt the spread of COVID-19, Cambodian authorities have identified four sangkat subdistricts and three villages in Phnom Penh as “Red Zones” subject to more restrictive lockdown measures. The areas identified as “Red Zones” are as follows: Sangkat Stueng Meanchey 1, Stueng Meanchey 2, Stueng Meanchey 3 Sangkat Chaom Chau Villages 14, …

Embassy Services Due to increased lockdown measures in Phnom Penh and Ta Khmau, the U.S. Embassy will be suspending all routine consular services, including non-emergency American Citizen Services appointments, until April 28.  Applicants with appointments during the lockdown period will be contacted to reschedule their appointments.  American citizens seeking emergency services should contact ACSPhnomPenh@state.gov or +855-23-728-000. …

Cambodian authorities have announced lockdown measures in Phnom Penh and Ta Khmau municipalities, effective midnight April 15 (tonight) through April 28, 2021. These designated lockdown areas are subject to the following: All individuals within the lockdown areas must not leave their residence for the duration of the lockdown period, with some exceptions. Up to two …

The Phnom Penh government has announced that the curfew effective from April 1 to April 14 will be extended for an additional two weeks until April 28. Curfew hours are from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. The curfew suspends in-person restaurant and food stall service and forbids most types of gatherings and travel within the …

Curfew in Siem Reap Cambodian authorities have announced a curfew in Siem Reap province from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. effective immediately through April 23, 2021, forbidding most types of gatherings and travel during curfew hours. Exceptions to restrictions during curfew hours include the following: Travel for emergency medical needs; Gatherings with family members residing in the …

Registration for COVID-19 Vaccines The Cambodian government has provided the following guidance for foreign residents of Cambodia, including American citizens, to request a COVID-19 vaccination: The Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT) is responsible for registering foreign nationals holding an E-class Ordinary Visa and work permits issued by MLVT.  A valid passport, valid visa, …

The Cambodian government has announced a 14-day prohibition on all travel between provinces in response to the current COVID-19 outbreak.  This prohibition is effective starting 12:00 a.m. April 7 (midnight tonight) until April 20, 2021.  This prohibition is applicable to travel between all provinces, except for travel between Phnom Penh and Kandal province.  Travel to seek medical attention …

In order to contain the spread of COVID-19, the Cambodian government on March 31 announced a new sub-decree which provides provincial governments broad authorities to impose curfews as well as restrictions on travel, gatherings, and business operations.   Pursuant to this sub-decree, on April 1 the Phnom Penh government imposed a daily curfew from 8:00 pm to 5:00 …

The U.S. Department of State has no greater responsibility than the safety and security of U.S. citizens overseas. The Department continues to proactively communicate travel advice and warnings to U.S. citizens amidst the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Embassy in Cambodia is closely monitoring the spread of COVID-19 and its impact on American residents throughout …

According to Ministry of Health authorities, as of March 16, Cambodia has had a total of 1,430 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and one COVID-19 related death since the onset of the pandemic in early 2020.   Travel Restrictions: According to media reports, the Cambodian government has given provincial administrations authority to implement restrictions on travel …

According to media reports, the Cambodian government has given provincial administrations authority to implement restrictions on travel between provinces in response to the current COVID-19 outbreak. In addition to the Preah Sihanouk travel restrictions announced last week, the provincial governments of Pailin, Kep, and Siem Reap have also announced certain restrictions or requirements for travelers …

March 4, 2021 According to a statement released by the Preah Sihanouk provincial administration, in order to prevent the further spread of COVID-19 stemming from the February 20 event, all travel to and from Preah Sihanouk Province has been suspended until further notice. Local police have established checkpoints at Highway 3 and at the junction …

February 20, 2021 As of midday February 20, Cambodia security officials in Phnom Penh have restricted access to Diamond Island and some establishments following a COVID-19 outbreak. Additional closures reported in the city include St. 51 and St. 172. American citizens are advised to avoid these and any other barricaded areas. American citizens are reminded …

February 19, 2021 The U.S. Embassy Phnom Penh is pleased to invite U.S. citizens to attend a Town Hall Meeting with Ambassador W. Patrick Murphy on Friday, March 5, 20201 from 2:00-3:00 p.m.. Ambassador Murphy will make brief remarks on U.S.-Cambodian relations and will be joined by Embassy personnel who will discuss security issues, the COVID-19 situation, and …

January 15, 2021 Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event:  Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive …