Cambodia entry rules for travellers from France
French passport holders visiting Cambodia for Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh or the coast need a visa for ordinary tourist trips. If you are searching do French citizens need a visa for Cambodia or visa Cambodge Français, the answer is yes. Apply online before travelling or check whether a visa on arrival is available at your entry point. Your departure airport—Paris Charles de Gaulle, Orly, Lyon or Marseille—does not change the visa rules.
This page explains the Cambodia eVisa for French citizens, visa on arrival, applications through the Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Paris, and the free e-Arrival Card. French nationals with a Cambodian parent may also qualify for a special K visa for people of Cambodian parentage. Use the same passport for the application and entry checks.
Cambodia visa requirements for French citizens
French citizens travelling on ordinary passports need a visa for Cambodia for short tourist visits and business trips. Depending on your plans, you can apply online or check whether a visa on arrival is available at your entry point. A standard visa commonly permits single entry and a stay of up to 30 days per visit. Check the approval document for the exact validity dates and permitted stay.
Check your passport expiry date before applying. If you renew your passport, submit the application with the new document and make sure the passport details on your approval match the one you carry.
Compare Cambodia visa options for French passport holders
| Visa option | Suitable for | Typical stay | What to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| eVisa (online) | French visitors taking holidays or short business trips | Up to 30 days, single entry | Submit the application before travelling to Cambodia |
| Visa on arrival | Eligible travellers entering at a participating checkpoint | Usually up to 30 days | Confirm entry eligibility, documents and payment method before departure |
| Paris embassy | Applicants who need consular advice or wish to ask about a sticker visa | Depends on visa issued | 4 rue Adolphe Yvon, 75116 Paris |
| K visa | French nationals with a Cambodian parent | Special conditions apply | Proof of family relationship may be required |
Cambodia eVisa application for French citizens
The Cambodia eVisa lets eligible French travellers submit an application online before leaving France. Complete the form, upload the requested documents and pay online. If approved, keep the eVisa letter available for your journey and present it with the passport used in the application.
- Tourist (Type T): holidays, sightseeing and visits to family or friends
- Business (Type E): eligible business meetings and visits; separate authorisation may be required for employment
- Validity: commonly one entry with a stay of up to 30 days; confirm the exact conditions on your approval letter
- Documents: passport biodata page, recent portrait photo, email address and payment card
- Fee: a visa fee and any applicable processing fee may be charged at checkout; review the Cambodia Evisa fees
- Timing: applications commonly take around three business days, but timing can vary; submit your application early
eVisa acceptance depends on the entry checkpoint. Check the list of ports list before booking an overland route from Thailand, Vietnam or Laos.
Cambodia visa on arrival for French citizens
French citizens may be able to obtain a Cambodian tourist or business visa on arrival at eligible airports and land checkpoints. Carry your passport and be ready to provide a photograph or other documents if requested. Confirm the current fee and accepted payment method before travelling.
If you prefer to have approval before boarding, check whether an eVisa suits your trip and arrival point. Read the full visa on arrival before choosing this option.
Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Paris
Contact the Cambodian embassy in Paris if you need consular advice or want to ask about applying for a visa through the mission.
Address: 4 rue Adolphe Yvon, 75116 Paris, France
- Confirm application hours, photo specifications, required copies, fees and processing times before visiting
- Bring your passport and any supporting documents relevant to your visa category
- For an online eVisa application, use the relevant online status service rather than visiting the embassy to check its progress
Use the embassy directory to check other missions. French citizens already in Cambodia can use the foreign embassies page for assistance.
K visa for French nationals with a Cambodian parent
French nationals with at least one Cambodian parent may qualify for a special K visa. This category is separate from the standard tourist eVisa, and applicants may need civil-status records that establish the family relationship and the Cambodian parent’s nationality. Ask the Cambodian embassy or relevant authority which documents and application route apply to your case.
If you do not have a Cambodian parent, check the regular tourist or business visa options instead.
French passport and name details
- Enter your name as shown on the passport biodata page and follow the form’s instructions for accents
- Include all given names that appear in the passport details
- Upload a clear, complete image of the biodata page with all details visible
- Use a recent portrait that meets the listed photo rules
Flights from France and Cambodia eVisa entry ports
- Siem Reap: Siem Reap Angkor International Airport for visits to Angkor
- Phnom Penh area: check current flight information for Techo International Airport
- Sihanoukville: check whether flights operate on your travel dates
- Land borders: confirm eVisa acceptance at your chosen checkpoint before departure
Complete Cambodia’s free Cambodia e-Arrival Card within the permitted period before arrival. Save the confirmation or QR code so it is ready when requested at the airport.
How to apply for a Cambodia eVisa from France
- Open the Cambodia Evisa application and select France.
- Enter your personal details exactly as they appear on your passport.
- Select the visa purpose and an eligible arrival checkpoint.
- Upload a clear passport scan and a portrait photo that meets the requirements.
- Pay the required fee and save your application reference number.
- Once approved, keep a copy of the eVisa letter and complete the e-Arrival Card within the permitted period.
Check progress through the Application status page. If the application team requests a clearer document, provide it promptly and check the approval details before travelling.
Travel tips for French visitors to Cambodia
- Check visa approval before finalising non-refundable travel arrangements.
- Keep a printed eVisa copy as well as a digital version on your phone.
- Consider travel insurance that covers medical treatment abroad.
- Check the permitted stay on your visa and plan your itinerary accordingly.
- Review Cambodia public holidays before setting travel dates.
- Use the Cambodia tourist guide page for more details about visiting Cambodia.
FAQ — Cambodia visa for France
Answers for common searches about Cambodia entry requirements for French citizens.
Do French citizens need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes. French passport holders 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 Paris are alternatives.
What are the Cambodia visa requirements for France?
French travellers generally need a passport with sufficient remaining validity (commonly at least six months related to the visa period), blank page space, a qualifying visa (eVisa, visa on arrival, or embassy visa), a digital portrait for eVisa uploads, and Cambodia’s free e-Arrival Card completed within seven days before air arrival.
How long can a French citizen 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.
How much is the Cambodia eVisa for French 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.
Where is the Cambodian embassy in France?
The Royal Embassy of Cambodia is in Paris at 4 rue Adolphe Yvon, 75116 Paris. Phone +33 1 45 03 47 20 to confirm visa hours if you prefer a sticker visa instead of eVisa. The embassy cannot intervene in online eVisa files managed in Phnom Penh.
Can French citizens get a Cambodia visa on arrival?
Yes. French passport holders are generally eligible for tourist or business visa on arrival at major airports and many equipped land borders, with payment of the visa fee and any photo requirements shown at the desk. After a long CDG–Asia–Cambodia itinerary, an approved eVisa usually saves queue time.
What is a Cambodia K visa for some French travellers?
French nationals with at least one Cambodian parent may qualify for a special K visa category under Cambodian rules, often arranged through the embassy in Paris or at airports with supporting birth and nationality documents. Ordinary tourist visitors without that family link use eVisa or standard VOA instead.
Do French air arrivals need a Cambodia e-Arrival Card?
Yes for flights into the main international airports. Complete the free electronic Arrival Card within about seven days before landing and keep any QR code or confirmation ready. An eVisa approval does not replace the e-Arrival Card.
Related guides for French travellers
- Eligible countries — full nationality directory
- United Kingdom guide — another European market
- Ireland guide
- Canada guide
- Tourist eVisa — Type T stay rules
- Application procedure
