I've lived and worked in Thailand for 10 years but recently I've become so tired of their pretentious culture and the swathes of know-it-all expats and posers.

Has anyone ever been in this position and decided to move to Cambodia? How did it go?

I've visited Phnom Penh regularly since probably 2018 and occasionally Siem Reap. I much prefer the people and the general feeling of the country. And have more interest in the Khmer history than anything from Siam.

My business is online based so moving country would not be much of an issue, with the right paperwork.

I lived in thailand for 10 years also , I moved here 13 years ago and regret it now , but still
because of their pretentious culture and the swathes of know-it-all expats and posers it was a good choice at the time
and now since there are many things better here than there i can accept it and they accept me .
Not the same as there with all of the hoops to go thru , Plus using american money helps among other things
I can use visa credit card many places not having to go thru the ATM and exchange rates .

WildAlaskaKen wrote: ↑Wed Mar 20, 2024 4:03 pm I moved to Siem Reap from Bangkok in January. Everyones circumstances are different, but for me its been a plus, major ones being the air is better, immigration system is easier, its overall cheaper, easier to get around and I get a free Temple Pass.

The food is worse in Siem Reap. There is no Thermae or Nana (good for budget though). There are less tourists.

On the other hand I wouldnt move from Thailand to PP

Is Siem Reap busier than before? I was concerned the new air port and all the tourism promotion would make it too crowded.

Randolphgb wrote: ↑Wed Mar 20, 2024 12:15 pm I've lived and worked in Thailand for 10 years but recently I've become so tired of their pretentious culture and the swathes of know-it-all expats and posers.

Has anyone ever been in this position and decided to move to Cambodia? How did it go?

I've visited Phnom Penh regularly since probably 2018 and occasionally Siem Reap. I much prefer the people and the general feeling of the country. And have more interest in the Khmer history than anything from Siam.

My business is online based so moving country would not be much of an issue, with the right paperwork.

I'm moving back to Phnom Penh after an eight-year absence. It sounds like the visa situation is changing which would be normal but if anyone can inform me about the yearly visa extinction and what is required, I would appreciate it.
Thanks, in advance.

Art wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2024 9:01 am It sounds like the visa situation is changing which would be normal but if anyone can inform me about the yearly visa extinction and what is required, I would appreciate it.
Thanks, in advance.

Here is a basic summary for general Foreigners wishing to stay long term, work, retire, study, etc...

1. You must enter the country on an E-type (Ordinary) Visa. $35 on arrival, valid for 1 month. (Note: this Visa is often incorrectly referred to as the Business Visa). There are no supporting documentation requirements for the majority of Nationalities, no passport picture is required. Ensure that you have the Visa fee in crisp, new, clean USD bills, preferably exact change.

With effect 12th Jan 2023, the E-type (Ordinary) Visa can also be applied for online in advance by all Nationalities on the official www.evisa.gov.kh website. Note that certain Nationalities have different supporting documentation requirements.

2. Prior to your Visa expiry date, go to a Visa agency and apply for an Extension of Stay (EOS). There are different EOS categories available, the main ones are;

- EB (Business/Employment) EOS - 1,3,6,12 month options, can be renewed indefinitely
- ER (Retirement) EOS - 1,3,6,12 month options, can be renewed indefinitely
- ES (Student) EOS - 1,3,6,12 month options, can be renewed indefinitely
- EG (General) - 1,3 month options - 1 time deal, cannot be renewed in-country
- EP (Proposal - seeking employment/business opportunities) 1,3 month options - 1 time deal, can convert to EB EOS with the necessary supporting documentation.

Only 6 & 12 month options valid for multi-entry/exit.

Each EOS category has it's own supporting documentation requirements, but minimum requirements for all are;

- Valid passport with minimum 6 months validity remaining from the date the EOS will expire ie. If applying for 12 mth EOS, you need at least 18 months validity remaining on your passport
- Minimum 2x blank Visa pages in passport
- 1x Passport pic
- Completed EOS application form (most agents will complete on your behalf)
- FPCS details screenshot

Costs if applying via a Visa agency (price depends on agency and location);
- 1 mth EOS = $45 - 55
- 3 mth EOS = $70 - 90
- 6 mth EOS = $150 - 170
- 12 mth EOS = $270 - 300

There is no standard processing time for EOS applications, average is 7-10 business days, but you should allow up to 14 business days, anything less is a bonus. If you need it quickly, you can pay an additional $70 - 100 for express processing (next day) when applying via a Visa Agency.

*You also can apply for your EOS directly at the Department of Immigration (DoI) Visa Office in Pochentong, Phnom Penh, but only if you have all of the necessary supporting documentation, which they are very strict about. Official fee for a 12 month EOS applying directly is $180.