Cambodia will launch a pilot visa exemption programme for Chinese nationals traveling from China for a four-month period in 2026.
Pilot Program Details: 14 Days, No Fees (June to October)
According to an announcement released by the Ministry of Tourism, the pilot policy will allow Chinese tourists to stay in Cambodia for up to 14 days during the four-month period from June 15 to Oct. 15, 2026. Visitors will not require a visa application or any fees.
Multiple Entries Allowed with Simple E-Arrival Card
Chinese visitors will only need to complete an e-arrival card and may enter Cambodia multiple times during the pilot period.
Negotiations for Cambodian Travelers to China
At the same time, the Royal Government has authorized the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to negotiate with the Chinese Government to ease visa procedures for Cambodian travelers to China, with the long-term goal of achieving full visa exemption.
Chinese Tourism Driving Cambodia’s Foreign Arrivals
Official data clearly shows the importance of this market: Cambodia welcomed some 889,000 Chinese tourists in the first nine months of this year, representing an increase of 46.3 percent compared to the same period last year. They accounted for 20.3 percent of the total 4.37 million foreign arrivals to Cambodia during the period.