Money and duty free for Cambodia
Currency and Money
Currency information
The official currency of Cambodia is the riel (KHR; symbol ៛), but the U.S. dollar is widely used. Riel banknotes are available in denominations of 200,000៛, 100,000៛, 50,000៛, 20,000៛, 10,000៛, 5,000៛, 2,000៛, 1,000៛, 500៛, 200៛, 100៛, and 50៛. However, the 50៛ and 200,000៛ notes are rare.
Damaged or worn U.S. dollar bills may not be accepted. Therefore, keeping small riel notes on hand is practical for minor purchases.
Credit cards
Credit cards are accepted in Cambodia, particularly in hotels, large restaurants, high-end shops, and tour agencies in major cities such as Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Sihanoukville. Visa and Mastercard are the most commonly accepted. However, cash remains king in many parts of the country, especially in rural areas and for small transactions.
ATM
ATMs are widely available in urban areas and tourist destinations, and most accept foreign cards. They typically dispense U.S. dollars, though some machines also offer withdrawals in riel. Commonly accepted international cards include Visa, Mastercard, and sometimes UnionPay. Be aware that ATM fees can vary.
Banking hours
Mon to Fri, 08:00 to 16:00.
Currency restrictions
Foreign currency: There are no strict restrictions on the amount of foreign currency visitors can bring into or take out of Cambodia, but amounts exceeding USD 10,000 (or its equivalent) must be declared to customs authorities upon arrival or departure.
Cambodia duty free
Overview
Travellers aged 18 and over are permitted to import the following items into Cambodia without incurring customs duties:
• Tobacco Products: Up to 200 cigarettes, or 50 cigars, or 250 grams of tobacco.
• Alcoholic Beverages: Up to 2L.
• Perfume and Cosmetics: Up to 350ml.
Duty-free allowances are subject to change, sometimes at short notice due to policy updates or external factors. Information is correct at the time of writing; travellers should verify current allowances with official customs authorities before departure. We accept no liability for any inconvenience or loss arising from changes to these regulations.
Banned Imports
Banned imports include narcotics and psychotropic substances, obscene materials, and counterfeit items.
Prohibited imports include weapons, explosives, and certain chemicals and pesticides.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
Banned Exports
Banned exports include narcotics and psychotropic substances.
Prohibited exports include antiques and cultural artefacts, wildlife and endangered species, and weapons and explosives.
This list is not exhaustive. Travellers should consult the official customs website or contact the embassy or consulate near you for the most up-to-date information.
