Destination Guides
Cambodia

 
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Currency

Riel (KHR). Notes are in denominations of KHR100,000, 50,000, 20,000, 10,000, 5000, 2000, 1000, 500, 200 and 100.

 
Currency exchange

US Dollars and Thai Baht are widely accepted and exchanged, but other currencies are generally not recognised.

 
Credit & debit cards

Credit cards are not generally accepted, but can be used in upmarket hotels and restaurants catering to visitors. There are no ATMs in Cambodia. It is always best to carry cash (US dollars if necessary) in small denominations.

 
Traveller's cheques

Limited acceptance. Traveller's cheques are generally not recommended. Traveller's cheques in US dollars can be changed at the official rate at the Foreign Trade Bank in Phnom Penh, and other larger banks and hotels.

 
Currency restrictions

Import and export of local currency is prohibited. Foreign currency may be exported up to the limit declared at customs on arrival. Amounts over US$10,000 have to be declared.

 
Exchange rate indicators

Date Jul 06
£1.00 KHR7427.39
$1.00 KHR4047.30

 
Banking hours

Mon-Fri 0800-1500. Some banks are open on Saturdays.

 
 
uty Free
 

The following goods may be imported into Cambodia without incurring customs duty:
200 cigarettes or equivalent in tobacco; one opened bottle of perfume for personal use.

 
Note

Currency must be declared.