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Visa requirements · updated Aug 2026

Do Cambodia citizens need a visa for Japan?

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Cambodia citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Japan — applied for online before departure.

VISAXSAug 2026
e-Visa / ETA
Cambodia → Japan
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Cambodia vs Japan: passport comparison

Cambodia

21

visa-free countries

Global rank: #145 · mobility 82.1

Japan

116

visa-free countries

Global rank: #24 · mobility 168.8
17

countries both Cambodia and Japan can enter visa-free together

Cambodia + Japan: passport compatibility

39%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Cambodia and Japan travel together — by entry type:

17 both visa-free
23 both visa on arrival
23 both e-visa / eTA
14 both need a visa
120 access differs

Where Cambodia and Japan can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (17)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Only Cambodia is visa-free (4)

How the entry rule changed: Cambodia → Japan

We keep our own archive of visa-rule snapshots and diff them against each other. Here is what changed over the observed period.

The Cambodia → Japan rule itself held steady over the observed period. The context around it did move:

4passports gained easier entry to Japan
0passports saw Japan tighten its rules
1rule changes for the Cambodia passport, 1 of them easing
July 2024 — June 2026our archive observation window

Comparison is built from our own dataset snapshots; the date marks when we recorded the change, not the official decision date. See all changes →

Japan: good to know

Tokyo

Capital

Japanese Yen (JPY)

Currency

Japan Standard Time (UTC+9)

Time zone

+81

Calling code

A, B

Power plug

100V / 50–60Hz

Voltage

Left-hand

Driving side

Where else Cambodia goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Japan

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

e-Visa / eTA

Applied for online before you fly

Frequently asked

Do Cambodia citizens need a visa for Japan?
Cambodia citizens need an e-Visa or ETA to enter Japan — applied for online before departure.
Which passport is stronger — Cambodia or Japan?
The Japan passport is stronger: 116 visa-free countries versus 21. Global rank: Cambodia #145, Japan #24.
Where can Cambodia and Japan citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 17 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Japan?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Plus an e-Visa or eTA applied for online before you fly. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Cambodia and Japan?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Aug 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Cambodia passport ranking

Where else the Cambodia passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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