How to apply for a Cambodian visa?

Bian Xiao will tell you about Cambodian visas and precautions today.

I. Visa

China tourists get visas on arrival, which means they can take their passports at any time.

There are always three ways to get a visa.

1, go to the embassy or consulate of the Kingdom of Cambodia yourself, or apply for a visa with a travel agency.

2. To apply for an e-visa in advance, please log on to the website of Cambodian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and apply for https://www.evisa.gov.kh/; online. . The fee is $35, paid online and signed for 3 working days at sunrise.

3. landing visa, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh Airport, Sihanoukville Airport and the port of entry can all be handled, just bring your passport and a 2-inch white background 1 photo, and the cost is 30 US dollars; Visitors entering from the border ports of Cambodia, Thailand, Laos and Vietnam can apply for visas when they arrive at the ports.

Second, money.

The monetary unit in Cambodia is the real, and the US dollar is directly circulated. If there is a change below 1, it will be converted into riel. At present, the exchange rate is 1, the Cambodian riel is about 0.00 16 RMB, and 1 RMB is about 6 15.3936 Cambodian riel (please pay attention to the latest exchange rate).

Third, the time difference

Cambodia belongs to the East Seventh District, which is later than Beijing 1 hour. That is 08:00 in China and 07:00 in Cambodia.

Fourth, communication.

Mobile phones can be used for international roaming in Cambodia. If you call a mobile phone: +86 mobile phone number. If calling landline: +86+ area code+landline. China calls Cambodian phone/mobile phone: country code (+855)+ phone.

At the same time, Cambodia's SIM card can be used directly on domestic mobile phones. The main telecom companies are Beeline, Smart, Metfone, etc. Hotels in major tourist cities in Cambodia have wifi coverage, and some restaurants also provide free WIFI.

Verb (abbreviation for verb) voltage and socket

The current voltage in Cambodia is 230 volts and 50 hertz, and the power outlet is the same as that in China.

Address of intransitive verbs

There are differences between local hotels or resorts in Cambodia and domestic standards. Please refer to overseas industry standards. Some local hotels don't have personal hygiene articles such as toothpaste, toothbrush, slippers and combs. Please bring your own.

Seven, dress

Cambodia has a tropical climate and can wear summer clothes all year round. If you need to get up early to experience the beauty of Angkor's sunrise, or walk by the sea, you need to bring a thin coat. Due to the strong light, it is recommended to wear sunscreen, sunglasses and sun hat to avoid sunburn. Don't forget to take an umbrella when you travel in the rainy season.

Eight. climate

Cambodia is located in the south of Indo-China Peninsula, with a coastline of about 460 kilometers and a tropical monsoon climate. A year is divided into two seasons. May-10 is the rainy season,11-April is the dry season, and the annual average temperature is 24? C, the highest temperature is 35? C.

Nine, folk customs

1. Buddhism is the state religion of Cambodia, and there are monasteries all over the country. Monks and monks are generally respected. When visiting Buddhist temples, you should dress neatly, take off your shoes and hats, and avoid touching people's heads with your hands.

2, the national universal folding ceremony, that is, the two palms stand together on the chest and bow slightly, and the height of the fingertips depends on the identity of the other party. The higher the identity of the other party, the higher the height of the fingertips.

Cambodians think that the right hand is clean and the left hand is dirty. They should eat with their right hands and pass things to others with their right hands or hands, especially when eating. Otherwise, the other party will refuse.

You can't touch the child's head with your hand. Cambodians who believe in Buddhism think it will bring disaster to children.

5. Pay special attention to respect monks and forbid women to contact monks.

6. In order to respect local beliefs, some scenic spots have the following requirements for tourists to wear: shorts or short skirts are shorter than knees, and clothes are too exposed. Individual scenic spots are not allowed to take photos, and guests are invited to wear sports shoes when boarding Angkor Wat Temple.

Prescribed diet

Cambodian food is diversified, including French food, Vietnamese food, Malaysian food and Thai food. Locals mainly eat rice and like spicy food, such as pepper, onion, ginger and garlic. I also like lettuce and fish with Chinese sauerkraut.

XI。 public order

The local public security is relatively stable and it is safe to go out. Don't go out alone at night. In case of emergency, you can call Fei Jing 1 17, fire alarm 1 18 and ambulance 1 19.

The address and telephone number of the embassy

Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Kingdom of Cambodia: Mao Zedong Avenue 156, Phnom Penh; Tel: +855- 12-90 1923, +855-23-720920.

Thirteen. go shopping

Cambodia's famous local products

1, woodcarving: woodcarving is a souvenir with Cambodian characteristics, and the price is related to the size, wood and craftsmanship.

2. Silk fabrics: Handmade silk fabrics are very delicate and cheap, which are rarely available in China.

3, brown sugar: Cambodian Chinese call it? Tree candy? . It is to cut the sugar juice contained in the tidbits from palm trees and boil it into paste or lump brown sugar, which has high nutritional value.

Fourteen, the best travel time

Cambodia is located in a low latitude region, with a tropical climate, with only dry season and rainy season. The rainy season (May to 10) is wet, but the land is green. Angkor Wat in the rain will have a different scene, and the wet trees and stones will have a more quaint color and texture.

The dry season (165438+ 10 to April of the following year) is cool, windy, with relatively comfortable temperature, less rain and pleasant dryness, which is suitable for tourism.

Fifteen. Customs and border defense

1. Each tourist can carry hand luggage of less than 5kg on the plane, and the size of the luggage should not exceed 20CM*30CM*50CM. The standard of each baggage that can be checked for free is different for each airline. If you are overweight, you have to pay for it yourself. Checked baggage needs to be locked to prevent theft!

2. According to the customs regulations, each person can take out foreign currency or equivalent currency not exceeding 10000 USD.

According to the customs regulations, each person can only bring 200 cigarettes and 500 ml of wine when entering or leaving the country.

4. All valuables (including passports, cash, etc. ) Be sure to carry it with you, and don't put it in checked baggage, guest rooms or tour buses to prevent accidents.

Sixteen, Angkor tickets

Tickets for 1 and Angkor are divided into 1 day, 3 days and 7 days, 1 day is $37, 3 days is $62 and 7 days is $72. I bought a ticket for the next day, and I can enter for free after 4 pm that day. Attractions not within the ticket range of Angkor Wat: beng mealea, Litchi Mountain;

2. When buying Angkor tickets, you need to take photos of tourists' heads on the spot and print them on the tickets. First of all, they can be good souvenirs. Second, managers will check tickets at any time. Once the tickets are not found, they will be fined 80 dollars.

Seventeen, about giving alms to children

When you see some children selling souvenirs or taking the initiative? A tour guide? . Don't strike up a conversation if you don't want to buy it. You don't need a tour guide to refuse at the beginning to avoid misunderstanding and trouble. Cambodia's Ministry of Tourism expressly prohibits giving alms to children. If you give alms, it seems that you are helping children, but in fact it is tantamount to encouraging these children not to study and not to relax.

Eighteen, other matters needing attention

Landmines left by war in many areas of Cambodia have not been cleaned up, so we must take a marked and shaped road during the trip. It is best not to rush into the grass and deep in the forest.