Moving to Cambodia: every visa & residency route in 2026
There are 2 ways to move to Cambodia legally as of 2026 — spanning retirement and digital nomad routes. Here's every one, what it actually requires, and where it leads.
All 2 routes checked against official government sources · July 2026 · how we verify
Every route, side by side
| Route | Type | Requirement | Leads to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retirement Visa (ER Extension) | Retirement | No income minimum | Temporary residency |
| Digital Nomad Visa | Digital nomad | $2,000/mo income | Temporary residency |
Digital nomad route to Cambodia
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$2,000/mo income
Driven by a $2,000/mo income bar and annual renewal.
Cambodia's 2024 digital nomad visa requires proof of remote employment or freelance income. ~$2,000/mo income proof. One-year validity, renewable. No direct path to permanent residency.
Official source →Retirement route to Cambodia
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No income minimum
No income floor and no capital requirement.
Cambodia issues long-stay ER (retired) extensions on an ordinary visa for those 55+. No formal income requirement, but proof of pension or savings expected. Renewable annually. No formal path to PR or citizenship for retirees.
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Moving to Cambodia: FAQ
How many ways are there to move to Cambodia?
This dataset tracks 2 residency or visa routes into Cambodia as of 2026, across retirement, digital nomad pathways. Each has its own income, investment, or heritage requirement.
Does Cambodia have a digital nomad visa?
Yes — the Digital Nomad Visa lets remote workers live in Cambodia. It requires about $2,000/month in income. Cambodia's 2024 digital nomad visa requires proof of remote employment or freelance income. ~$2,000/mo income proof. One-year validity, renewable. No direct path to permanent residency.
What's the lowest-income way to get residency in Cambodia?
The most accessible income-based route is the Digital Nomad Visa at roughly $2,000/month. Requirements reset annually and move with exchange rates, so confirm the current figure with the official source before you apply.
Does moving to Cambodia lead to a second passport?
The routes in this dataset lead to residency in Cambodia rather than a fast passport. Some may still qualify you for naturalization after the standard residency period, but that isn't guaranteed — verify with the authority or an immigration attorney.