Cambodian New Year (or Khmer New Year) celebrations will take place between 14 to16 April. Significant celebrations and cultural events often attract large crowds and may lead to increased petty crime and more serious threats, including those associated with large gatherings in tight spaces. There’s often higher alcohol consumption and traffic congestion, with a risk of accidents and road fatalities. Exercise reasonable care and precautions.

You’ll need a valid visa to travel to Cambodia. If you remain in Cambodia beyond the date of your authorised stay, officials may stop you from leaving Cambodia. In cases of excessive overstays, you may be arrested and detained for violating immigration laws (see ‘Travel’). Gun crime and explosions have occurred, including at popular tourist destinations (see ‘Safety’). Laws in Cambodia, including those related to incitement and defamation, can be broadly defined and applied (see ‘Local Laws’).

We advise:

Exercise normal safety precautions in Cambodia.