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@Willdduff

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English looking for information about Cambodia

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Lives in Siem Reap

Registration: 09 July 2018

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Willdduff created a thread
last year

Health checks Phnom penh. Advice.

Hi, I've not been on for a while, though have spent 1/3 life with Cambodia family nearly 20 years now. Has anyone experience of the many health checks available here?Although we still (just) have a functioning NHS, they are under such stress, ... Read More

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last year
zeubie

Proof of onward travel (POOT) by zeubie

Hi thereI will be going to Cambodia in a few weeks... I am a Canadian that is currently in Vietnam and I purchased a one-way ticket to Phnom Penh. I will get an Ordinary Visa on arrival at the airport, then will apply for the 1 year Retirement ...

Willdduff

Things certainly changed recently. I've never travelled without a return ticket, so never questioned.Only times when taking my Khmer partner to Malaysia, when I was quizzed on occasion, not when we visited Thailand.I was lucky to have had travel ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
2 years ago
Guestposter103

Corrupt Immigration officials at PNH Airport by Guestposter103

Hello,We visited Phnom Penh last week from Vietnam. I'm myself a U.S Citizen and obtained a 30 day E-Visa,  My spouse is a Vietnamese citizen able to enter Cambodia without a Visa under the Asean agreements.  When we arrived at the ...

Willdduff

After being shaken down 3 times in one day on a hired Sihanoukvil moped, I gave up hiring. Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
2 years ago
guest22

requirements now to enter Cambodia by guest22

Hi all. I want to be sure since my date to enter Cambodia is approaching within some weeks. I read over another thread regarding requirements to enter. At some point, a Covid PCR test was required to enter but Joe mentioned back in November or so, ...

Willdduff

Lee, when I checked in, I explained I needed a paper signed copy, and they said come back to them when I got the email/3 hours. THEY printed it there, but it looked exactly like a wet colour original, and was accepted at Phnom Penh. There seemed ... Read More

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2 years ago
guest22

requirements now to enter Cambodia by guest22

Hi all. I want to be sure since my date to enter Cambodia is approaching within some weeks. I read over another thread regarding requirements to enter. At some point, a Covid PCR test was required to enter but Joe mentioned back in November or so, ...

Willdduff

Hi Joe - all sensible, and I also had very indifferent embassy results in the past. But - this time, evisa got my name wrong on my current visa, could not get it corrected. In despair, I phoned the UK embassy - and a Ms Leah fixed it! Sent a new ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
2 years ago
guest22

requirements now to enter Cambodia by guest22

Hi all. I want to be sure since my date to enter Cambodia is approaching within some weeks. I read over another thread regarding requirements to enter. At some point, a Covid PCR test was required to enter but Joe mentioned back in November or so, ...

Willdduff

MP - OB made a good point, re insurance. I have never been asked in years before, but always had it. I WAS happier, now, with a document which mentioned Covid particularly! Alas, my dear older globe-trotting sister simply took a chance and did ... Read More

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2 years ago
guest22

requirements now to enter Cambodia by guest22

Hi all. I want to be sure since my date to enter Cambodia is approaching within some weeks. I read over another thread regarding requirements to enter. At some point, a Covid PCR test was required to enter but Joe mentioned back in November or so, ...

Willdduff

Kurterino, I have an annual policy from my bank, and when I checked, page 43 mentioned Covid cover. I called them a few days before I was leaving, and they readily agreed to add it to the lead page and post it immediately. This was in colour, ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
2 years ago
guest22

requirements now to enter Cambodia by guest22

Hi all. I want to be sure since my date to enter Cambodia is approaching within some weeks. I read over another thread regarding requirements to enter. At some point, a Covid PCR test was required to enter but Joe mentioned back in November or so, ...

Willdduff

Just confirming, I arrived Monday 21st. Feb in PP. PCR* checked, starting in Manchester, with vaccination travel "passport" dates, and visa. Looked at my insurance (I got a fresh one mentioning Covid cover) but they didn't ask. No ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
4 years ago
Julien

Let's make a wish for 2019! by Julien

https://www.expat.com/images/misc/expat-new-year-2019.gif The Expat.com team wishes you a Happy New Year 2019 ! Let's make a wish for this new year : the one that you all succeed in your expat projects, whether you are about to move or already ...

Willdduff

Hi all, funny to read all the old 2018/19 messages... little did we dream what one year later would bring! To all who survived, good luck, stay safe and hope we can travel soon. Missing my far-flung family... :-( Will. Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
4 years ago
Yasmine109

Freelance Visa for Cambodia by Yasmine109

Hello people living in Cambodia ! :) I would like to know if there is a visa for people working on remote and who would like to stay in Cambodia for a year or two. Is there a minimum monthly salary required or any other criteria ? I have been ...

Willdduff

Hi Joe - thanks again; Yes, my ER visa expired November; If they insist on current requirements, they're accepting tourism finished for now. That's not good news, especially for a lot of poorer workers. It looks as if most airlines may not ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
4 years ago
Yasmine109

Freelance Visa for Cambodia by Yasmine109

Hello people living in Cambodia ! :) I would like to know if there is a visa for people working on remote and who would like to stay in Cambodia for a year or two. Is there a minimum monthly salary required or any other criteria ? I have been ...

Willdduff

Joe, I've tried a couple of times to join/search for questions on the Cambodia visa group, but can never access any of the questions you must read before applying. I've had my first vaccination jab, and wonder if this will help. Nothing ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
4 years ago
DaveAb

Cambodian Bank account by DaveAb

Hi all. I am looking to come over and live in Cambodia towards the end of next year (Covid allowing). How easy is it to open a bank account there ? And are they similar to uk bank accounts ? Ie free to deposit cash or withdraw cash ? Are ...

Willdduff

HDGH29, On another tack - I asked the UK Cambodian embassy about renewing my ER visa, expired end of November - and was told they could only offer a working visa - and offered to give me a contact to get a letter offering me, (this old guy) a ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
4 years ago
DaveAb

Cambodian Bank account by DaveAb

Hi all. I am looking to come over and live in Cambodia towards the end of next year (Covid allowing). How easy is it to open a bank account there ? And are they similar to uk bank accounts ? Ie free to deposit cash or withdraw cash ? Are ...

Willdduff

I hope my experiences may help. Opened a CAB (passbook) savings account in 2004. Just needed a passport, Guest House address, and $5 deposit then. 2% interest. Added an ATM card last year, cost 50c/month. Free at CAB, 50c most others, except ANZ was ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
4 years ago
JoeKhmer

Requirements for entering Cambodia as foreigner by JoeKhmer

These are the requirements in effect now, changes can be expected any day, keep up with the news! You need to have a visa before you travel, all visas on arrival are suspended. Go to your nearest Cambodian embassy/consulate and apply for an E-type ...

Willdduff

Gary - I had annual visas for the last 4/5 years. I think they only became "Retirement Visas" last year or two. I was never asked for any details about income. I think the requirements may have become more stringent recently, however. I ... Read More

Willdduff replied to a thread
4 years ago
Reeeyahhh.30

Receiving a parcel by Reeeyahhh.30

Hello everyone, my name is Rea. I am currently living here in Phnom Penh. I'm from the Philippines. I just want to share my concern. My fiance sent a package to me and I received a call from Siem Reap International Airport informing me that ...

Willdduff

I've only just seen this post. This may be interesting, can I tell you, I had stuff sent in my partner's name from NZ to our Guesthouse, which arrived OK with, I think a small fee ($2 or 2K Riel I forget!) Read More