Cambodia: Officials enact 21:00-03:00 curfew in Phnom Penh through at least Aug. 12 /update 8

Event

Officials are imposing tighter restrictions in Phnom Penh from 23:59 July 29 through at least Aug. 12 due to COVID-19 activity. A nightly 21:00-03:00 curfew is in effect; exemptions are in place for medical reasons, emergencies, and persons working in other essential fields and industries. Facemasks are mandatory in public areas. Food establishments may only offer takeaway services and cannot sell alcohol; restaurants may offer dine-in services if they operate according to health protocols. Authorities ban gatherings of more than 10 people, with exemptions such as family members living in the same residence and company meetings. Schools and some nonessential businesses, like bars, cinemas, museums, and theaters, are closed. The central government allows local officials to impose curfews and designate red, orange, and yellow zones. Most businesses may operate on-site with health protocols in yellow zones. Residents in areas classified as orange zones must stay at home unless working in essential industries or for emergencies; only essential sectors can operate on-site in these locations. Individuals in red zones cannot leave their residence except for medical emergencies and may need to undergo mandatory COVID-19 testing. Only limited essential services may operate in these areas; the government will provide food and drink to residents in red zones.

Authorities will likely maintain security protocols, such as checkpoints, to enforce restrictions in specific areas, especially orange and red zones. Business disruptions will likely continue in localities where enhanced measures are in effect. Phnom Penh officials may introduce additional curfews and other localized restrictions at short notice.

Advice

Heed the instructions of authorities. Consider avoiding nonessential operations in areas impacted by the restrictions. Confirm transport reservations. Remain cooperative if questioned by law enforcement officers.