Cambodia Border Crossings

Complete guide to land entry points and overland travel

Entry + Exit: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Sihanoukville Airports; Bavet (Vietnam); Tropaeng Kreal (Laos)-Nong Nok Khien
Entry Not Allowed: All Thailand crossings, plus Kaoam Samnor, Phnom Den, Trapaing Sre, and Dong Kralo

Land Border Overview

Thailand Border

6 major crossings
817 km border length

Vietnam Border

4 major crossings
1,158 km border length

Laos Border

2 major crossings
555 km border length

Thailand-Cambodia Border Crossings

Poi Pet - Aranyaprathet (Most Popular)

eVisa Accepted: Exit only eVisa NOT Accepted for Entry
Location Details
  • Cambodian Side: Poi Pet, Banteay Meanchey
  • Thai Side: Aranyaprathet, Sa Kaeo
  • Distance from Bangkok: 255 km (4-5 hours)
  • Distance to Siem Reap: 152 km (3 hours)
Operating Information
  • Hours: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily
  • Processing: Full immigration services
  • Facilities: Currency exchange, ATMs
  • Languages: English, Thai, Khmer
Transportation Options
  • Bangkok → Aranyaprathet: Bus or train
  • Aranyaprathet → Poipet: Tuk-tuk / walk across
  • Poi Pet → Siem Reap: Bus/taxi
Popular Route: Bangkok → Siem Reap (Angkor Wat)

Cham Yeam - Hat Lek (Coastal Route)

eVisa: Exit only (no entry)
Location Details
  • Cambodian Side: Cham Yeam, Koh Kong
  • Thai Side: Hat Lek, Trat
  • Distance to Sihanoukville: 230 km (4 hours)
  • Distance to Koh Kong: 8 km (15 minutes)
Operating Information
  • Hours: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM daily
  • Best For: Beach destinations, islands
  • Popular Route: Koh Chang → Sihanoukville

Vietnam-Cambodia Border Crossings

Bavet - Moc Bai (Main Crossing)

eVisa Accepted: Entry & Exit
Location Details
  • Cambodian Side: Bavet, Svay Rieng
  • Vietnamese Side: Moc Bai, Tay Ninh
  • Distance from Ho Chi Minh City: 70 km (2 hours)
  • Distance to Phnom Penh: 135 km (2.5 hours)
Operating Information
  • Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM daily
  • Popular Route: Ho Chi Minh City → Phnom Penh

Laos-Cambodia Border Crossing

Tropaeng Kreal - Nong Nok Khien

eVisa Accepted – exit & entry
Location Details
  • Cambodian Side: Tropaeng Kreal, Stung Treng
  • Lao Side: Nong Nok Khien, Champasak
  • Distance to Kratie: 140 km (3 hours)
  • Distance to Pakse: 50 km (1 hour)
Operating Information
  • Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM daily
  • Best For: Mekong region exploration
  • Note: Limited services, fewer facilities 
Travel Advisory: Local immigration procedures may differ at some crossings. Please ensure you verify the current entry conditions ahead of time.

Border Crossing Procedures

Crossing into Cambodia is simple—just follow the exit and entry steps carefully for a smooth journey.

Exit Procedures
  1. Complete exit immigration at the departure country
  2. Present your passport and departure card
  3. Pay any applicable exit fees
  4. Receive exit stamp
  5. Proceed to the Cambodia immigration
Entry Procedures
  1. Present a passport and a Cambodian visa
  2. Complete the arrival card if required
  3. Immigration officer interview
  4. Receive an entry stamp
  5. Proceed through customs if applicable

Important Border Crossing Tips

Ensure a smooth entry into Cambodia by following these key dos and don’ts.

Do's
  • Carry a passport with 6+ months validity
  • Print your eVisa approval letter
  • Carry some USD cash
  • Be polite and patient
Don'ts
  • Do not assume every border accepts eVisas
  • Do not take photos in immigration areas
  • Avoid peak holiday travel times

Transportation Options

Getting around Cambodia is easy, and there are a variety of transportation options to suit every traveller’s budget and style.

Public Buses

Most economical option with regular schedules

Private Taxis

Comfortable and direct with flexible timing

Shared Minivans

Good balance of cost and comfort

Motorbike

Adventurous option for experienced riders

Quick Reference Guide

Border Crossing Province Neighboring Country Entry (eVisa) Exit (eVisa) Best For / Notes
Cham Yeam Koh Kong Thailand ❌ No ✅ Yes Closest route to Sihanoukville and coastal areas
Chom Oddar Meanchey Thailand ❌ No ✅ Yes Quieter crossing for northern travellers
Duang Kamrieng (Battambang) Thailand ❌ No ✅ Yes Convenient for routes via Battambang
Poi Pet Banteay Meanchey Thailand ❌ No ✅ Yes Main overland route to/from Siem Reap
Prom Pailin Thailand ❌ No ✅ Yes Access for Western Cambodia travellers
O Smach Oddar Meanchey Thailand ❌ No ✅ Yes Lesser-used northern border post
Bavet Svay Rieng Vietnam ✅ Yes ✅ Yes Major crossing between Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh
Kaam Samnor (Mekong River) Kandal (Mekong River) Vietnam ❌ No ✅ Yes River crossing used by boats from Chau Doc
Phnom Den Takeo Vietnam ❌ No ✅ Yes Access point from the southern Vietnam provinces
Trapaing Sre Kratie Vietnam ❌ No ✅ Yes Inland crossing for rural travel routes
Dong Kralo Stung Treng Laos ❌ No ✅ Yes Used mainly for departures to southern Laos
Tropaeng Kreal – Nong Nok Khien Stung Treng Laos ✅ Yes ✅ Yes Only the Laos crossing that accepts the eVisa entry
Important: Before travelling, applicants are advised to confirm the latest border entry conditions with official Cambodian immigration sources. Border procedures and visa acceptance policies can vary by crossing, and local operations may change without advance public notice.
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