Overstay in Cambodia — fines and risks

In 3 bullets

• USD 10 per day of overstay, paid in cash at the immigration desk when leaving.
• A short overstay (days) is resolved simply; a long overstay requires visiting immigration before departure.
• Preventable: renew or extend your visa before it expires.

What is an overstay?

An overstay begins the day after your visa’s “Stay Until” date. If your stamp says “Stay Until: 15 JUN 2026”, you must leave Cambodia or renew by 15 June. From 16 June, you are in overstay.

Cost

Procedure for a short overstay

1. Prepare USD cash (number of days × USD 10).
2. Go to the airport or land border as normal.
3. At the immigration desk on departure, present your passport.
4. Pay the fine in cash and receive your exit stamp.
5. You may return to Cambodia with a new valid visa.

Procedure for a long overstay (months)

Do not attempt to exit directly. Instead:

1. Consult a visa agent or local legal adviser.
2. Or go to the General Department of Immigration in Phnom Penh.
3. Explain the situation, regularise administratively and pay the global fine.
4. Obtain an exit document before leaving.

Risks of a long overstay

• Possible entry ban (1–5 years depending on the length and circumstances).
• Temporary passport confiscation during regularisation.
• Complications for future Cambodian visa applications.
• In extreme cases: administrative detention.

Common pitfalls

FAQ

How much does an overstay cost?

USD 10 per day, no cap. Non-negotiable.

Where do you pay?

At the airport or land border immigration desk on departure, in USD cash.

Does a short overstay cause an entry ban?

A short overstay with fine payment is typically handled without a ban. Long or repeated overstays may complicate future visa applications.

What if overstaying for several months?

Go to the General Department of Immigration in Phnom Penh to regularise before attempting to leave.