The Cambodia Business Visa Program is a nonimmigrant program designed for foreign investors planning to create and operate a business in Cambodia. It grants a 1-year renewable visa allowing holders to live, work, study, and conduct business in Cambodia.
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Cambodia Business Visa Program (EB Visa)
Cambodia Business Visa Program (EB Visa) overview
Cambodia Business Visa Program (EB Visa) benefits
- Receive a 1-year visa, renewable
- Dependent spouse and children can benefit from this visa
- Attractive tax regime
- No language requirement
- No residence requirement
- No education or management experience required
- Rights to live, work, and study in Cambodia
- Businesses can be 100% foreign invested, except for the real estate and mortgage sectors
- Pathway to citizenship after 7 years of residing in Cambodia, subject to conditions and requirements
Cambodia Business Visa Program (EB Visa) requirements
- The applicant must be aged 18 years or older
- Have no criminal record
- Good physical and mental health
- Make a qualifying investment amount which must be held for the entire duration of the visa and its renewal
- Obtain a work permit
Cambodia Business Visa Program (EB Visa) investment options
- Make a direct investment in the capital of a target entity in Cambodia
- Minimum investment capital of USD 50,000, varying depending on the nature of the business and start-up costs
Cambodia Business Visa Program (EB Visa) application process
Process (1 to 2 months)
- Complete the company incorporation and bank account opening
- Request to obtain a work permit
- Request to obtain an E-Visa before entering Cambodia (online application)
- Request to obtain an EB visa extension within 30 days from the receipt of the E-Visa
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of the Cambodia EB Visa?
Applicants receive a 1-year renewable visa, allowing them to live, work, study, and conduct business in Cambodia.
Is it required to create a new company in Cambodia to obtain the EB Visa?
No. Foreign investors can either establish a new company, set up a branch, representative office, or subsidiary of an existing company, or acquire an existing company or shares of an existing company in Cambodia.
Can the business be 100% foreign invested under the Cambodia EB Visa?
Yes, as long as the business activity is legal. However, businesses related to real estate and mortgage cannot be 100% foreign owned, and are subject to certain conditions including the requirement to incorporate a private limited company.
What is the minimum amount to invest for the Cambodia EB Visa?
Depending on the type of company, nature of the business, and start-up costs, the minimum investment capital starts at USD 50,000.
Is it required to prove the source of funds for the Cambodia EB Visa investment?
No, to prove the source of funds it is not required.
Is a work permit required for the Cambodia EB Visa?
Yes, the applicant needs to apply for a work permit, renewable annually, in order to operate a business in Cambodia. The work permit application is submitted to the Department of Immigration, under the Ministry of Interior, and the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training (MLVT).
Are there any nationality restrictions for the Cambodia EB Visa?
Yes, applicants from certain countries such as Iran, Iraq, Lebanon, North Korea, and Syria are restricted.
Is there an age limit to apply for the Cambodia EB Visa?
The main applicant must be at least 18 years old.
Are there any medical or language requirements for the Cambodia EB Visa?
No. There are no medical or language requirements.
Is travel to Cambodia required during the Cambodia EB Visa application process?
No. Travel is not required during the application process, but the applicant must be in Cambodia to activate the visa once approved.
Is an interview required during the Cambodia EB Visa application process?
No. An interview is not part of the process.
What is the processing time for the Cambodia EB Visa?
The process takes between 1 to 2 months.
Can the applicant's family benefit from the Cambodia EB Visa?
Yes. The applicant's spouse and children can benefit from the visa extension, known as the EB business EOS visa, valid for up to 12 months. There is no age limit for children who are students intending to study in Cambodia. If the child does not intend to study in Cambodia, the age limit is under 18. The spouse and children require separate applications from the main EB Visa applicant.
Does the Cambodia EB Visa allow visa-free travel within ASEAN?
No. The EB Visa does not provide visa-free travel within ASEAN.
Can I obtain permanent residence in Cambodia after receiving the EB Visa?
No. The EB Visa does not lead to permanent residency in Cambodia. Only the CM2H visa allows the applicant to obtain permanent residency.
What are the procedures and required documents for the Cambodia EB Visa?
Please contact HLG if you wish to receive a comprehensive list of the required documents to apply for the EB Visa program.
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