11 Jan 2021 | 06:56 PM UTC
Cambodia: COVID-related international travel controls, including quarantine measures, continue as of Jan. 11 /update 18
Cambodia continues COVID-related travel controls, quarantine measures. Most domestic gathering restrictions lifted from Jan. 11.
Event
Health officials in Cambodia are maintaining international travel controls aimed at preventing the spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) activity, while easing domestic businesses restrictions. Most schools have reopened from Jan. 11. Authorities have also lifted previous requirements closing several categories of nonessential businesses and venues, including cinemas and museums.
With regard to international travel, Cambodia's temporary cessation of issuing tourist visas and e-visas, visa-on-arrival services, and visa-free travel remains in effect. Foreign nationals intending to visit Cambodia must obtain a visa from a diplomatic mission; officials require proof of medical insurance coverage of at least USD 50,000 and a medical certificate from local health authorities issued no more than 72 hours before travel stating the individual is free from COVID-19. Travelers must take a COVID-19 test upon arrival and quarantine for 14 days at a government-designated facility. Inbound foreign nationals must pay a USD 2,000 deposit to cover costs, including USD 100 for COVID-19 testing and USD 30 for a certificate stating that they are free from the virus; only limited exceptions are allowed. Cambodia's suspension of flights from Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines remains in effect.
Authorities could reimpose, extend, further ease, or otherwise amend any restrictions with little-to-no notice depending on disease activity over the coming weeks.
Advice
Follow all official immigration and health screening instructions, particularly if traveling from affected locations. Allow additional time for immigration and health screenings at all ports of entry. Consider delaying travel if experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19, as they may prompt increased scrutiny and delays.
Exercise basic health precautions, especially frequent handwashing with soap and water, or an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are unavailable. Practice good coughing/sneezing etiquette (i.e., covering coughs and sneezes with a disposable tissue, maintaining distance from others, and washing hands). There is no evidence that the influenza vaccine, antibiotics, or antiviral medications will prevent this disease, highlighting the importance of diligent basic health precautions.
