A Briggs specializes in securing Cambodian visas. We are 12 blocks from the Cambodian Embassy and process visas every day for residents of all 50 states.
Please select the appropriate Cambodian visa type and receive step-by-step instructions and applications.
A Briggs works directly with the Embassy of Cambodia daily to assist you in securing your Cambodian visa. If you are in a hurry, we can secure your visa as quickly as five hours. Normal processing requires four business days. Our Cambodia specialists have 39 years of experience. If you need to talk to them, give us a call at 1-800-417-4023.
Cambodia Facts
Conventional long form: Kingdom of Cambodia Conventional
short form: Cambodia
Local long form: Preahreacheanacha Kampuchea (phonetic pronunciation)
Local short form: Kampuchea
Former: Kingdom of Cambodia, Khmer Republic, Democratic Kampuchea, People's Republic of Kampuchea, State of Cambodia.
U.S. Embassy In Cambodia
Chief of mission: Ambassador Charles Aaron Ray
Embassy: 27 EO Street 240, Phnom Penh
Mailing address: Box P, APO AP 96546
Telephone: [855] (23) 216-436/438
Fax: [855] (23) 216-437/811
Note: Americans living in or visiting Cambodia are encouraged to register at the Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy in Phnom Penh and obtain updated information on travel and security within Cambodia.
Cambodian Medical Facilities
Medical facilities and services in Cambodia are not western standard. Adequate care for basic emergencies is limited in Phnom Penh. Siem Reap, the major tourist attraction of Cambodia, currently has one facility that can provide basic medical care. Otherwise, medical care outside the capital is almost non-existent.
Special Circumstances
FLOODING: Serious flooding occurs both in Phnom Penh and the rest of Cambodia starting at the end of July or early August. Heavy flooding continues into November. The unimproved highways to Prey Veng, Battambang, Pailin, Stung Treng and Poipet become more difficult and dangerous during this time of the year, and travel to the provinces is virtually impossible. The highway to Sihanoukville is the only road that can be traveled, with caution, during this time of the year.
FINACIAL TRANSACTIONS: Except in major hotels, credit cards are not widely accepted within Cambodia, although a number of banks in Phnom Penh accept Visa cards for cash advances. Banks and major hotels accept travelers' checks, but usually charge a service fee. The only ATM machines in Cambodia require a local account with the bank. Personal checks are not generally accepted. The U.S. dollar and Cambodian Riel are both widely used, although U.S. dollars are preferred, especially for larger transactions. There are Western Union offices in Phnom Penh and one in Siem Reap to which funds can be wired.
Safety and Security
In the aftermath of the October 2002 terrorist bombings in Bali, Indonesia, the possibility exists that similar attacks may occur in other Southeast Asian nations. The U.S. Government is concerned that individuals and groups may be planning terrorist actions against United States citizens and interests, as well as sites frequented by Westerners. Extremist groups present in Southeast Asia have transnational capabilities to carry out attacks against locations where Westerners congregate. Increased security at official U.S. facilities has led terrorist groups and their sympathizers to seek softer targets such as clubs, restaurants, places of worship, schools, outdoor recreation events, hotels, resorts and beaches.
While the political situation in Cambodia is relatively calm, American citizens should be aware that Cambodian political activities have turned violent in the past and the possibility for politically motivated violence remains. Grenade attacks and bombings have been used as a form of retribution to settle business and personal disputes. Therefore, the U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens to avoid large gatherings or demonstrations.
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