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How to Get a Cambodian Passport: Official Application Guide

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A Cambodian passport (លិខិតឆ្លងដែនកម្ពុជា) is the official travel document issued by the Kingdom of Cambodia to its citizens. It is managed by the General Department of Identification (GDI) under the Ministry of Interior. The passport serves as both proof of Cambodian citizenship and authorization for international travel, granting visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to more than 50 countries.

Below is a detailed step-by-step guide to applying for or renewing a Cambodian passport.

🧾 1. Eligibility and Validity

You must be a citizen of Cambodia to apply for a passport.

Validity periods:

Adults (18 years and older): 10 years

Minors (under 18): 5 years

2. Required Documents

Before you apply, gather the following documents:

For adults:

Completed passport application form (available at GDI offices or online)

Cambodian National ID card or Birth certificate

House registration document (Family book)

Two recent color photos (4×6 cm, white background)

Old passport (if renewing)

Payment receipt for passport fee

For minors (under 18):

Birth certificate

Parents’ National ID cards

Parental consent letter signed by both parents or guardians

If applying abroad, similar documentation is required, along with proof of residence in the host country.

3. How to Apply

In Cambodia:

Apply at the General Department of Identification (GDI) in Phnom Penh, or at provincial passport offices.

Submit your completed form and documents.

Have your photo, fingerprints, and signature recorded digitally.

Pay the required government fee.

Alternatively, you can apply through the online e-passport system:
https://www.passport.gov.kh

Outside Cambodia:

Apply at the nearest Cambodian embassy or consulate.

The embassy will verify your citizenship and forward the request to the GDI in Phnom Penh.

4. Fees and Processing Times

As of 2025, the standard passport fees are:

Normal service (46 working days): USD $100

Express service (20 working days): USD $180

Urgent service (7 working days): USD $250

Abroad:

Fees vary slightly by embassy, but typically range from USD $120–150

5. Collecting Your Passport

You’ll be notified by SMS or email once your passport is ready.
You must collect it in person at the GDI office, provincial branch, or embassy where you applied.

Bring your receipt and National ID for verification.

Key Tips

Ensure your name spelling matches your birth certificate and ID exactly.

Apply early — urgent services are available but more expensive.

Check the passport validity before booking international travel.

Lost or stolen passports must be reported immediately to the police and the GDI (or your nearest Cambodian embassy abroad).

The Cambodian biometric passport now includes enhanced security features such as a digital chip, fingerprints, and a high-security holographic photo. Always apply through the General Department of Identification or official Cambodian embassies abroad to ensure authenticity.

For official updates and online applications:
https://www.passport.gov.kh

https://www.interior.gov.kh