w20415
American expat in Cambodia
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About me
American
Lives in Kampot, Kampot
Speaks English
Registration: 04 September 2018
Rental nightmares in Cambodia by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Finding a place to live in Cambodia can be exciting, but it doesn’t always go as planned. From misleading listings and apartments that look nothing like the photos to strange landlords, hidden rules, unexpected roommates, or ...
I personally did have a bad experience in Kampot. I rented a house outside of town. The house was nice . After moving in things went south . I was inundated with insects including many roaches. The AC would not keep the house cool. I'm ... Read More
Cambodia police clearance certificate issuance for expats!? by giscivil92
Hi folks.I've been living in Cambodia for around 2.8 years, and I'm about to leave Cambodia.I'd like to know if it's possible to apply for the police clearance certificate for a foreigner!?Any guidance would be appreciated.
@Ken007 Is it possible to obtain a police clearance prior to returning to Cambodia after residing there previously. I left a rental contract before the 1 year term was complete in Kampot. Like to know Ii f any action was taken that might prevent ... Read More
Lease Documents Help
Hello, I'm a US citizen. I signed a 1 year lease on a house in Kampot. It turned out to be some what of a night mare. . It was too far out. Bugs , roaches were a problem. I stayed for a few months. Paid the rent and electricity thru thr month. ... Read More
Visa extention
I'm in Kampot. I took my passport to an agency here to file for a 30 day extension. I paid the extension fee. They took my passport and said they would file the extension. I failed to get a receipt . Next day went back . The guy said he had a ... Read More
ER Visa Requirements by w20415
Im currently in Cambodia on an Evisa. I will return to USA for a month then plan on coming back on an ER visa. I plan on locating to Kampot. I have a few questions. 1) What do they screen for on the health certificate? I have high cholesterol. ...
Thanks for responding. Got the info from a web site. The web site also listed 3 links to health insurance companies .... Great news it's not needed. Looking forward to getting settled in Kampot. Regards Read More
Expat health insurance by dhlincali
Im an expat going to live in Cambodia with my Cambodian wife. Does anyone know if I can buy a foreign national health insurance on the open marketplace?
@JoeKhmer. Thank you for responding. . I got the health insurance requirement from a web site. Great news it's not needed. Read More
ER Visa Requirements by w20415
Im currently in Cambodia on an Evisa. I will return to USA for a month then plan on coming back on an ER visa. I plan on locating to Kampot. I have a few questions. 1) What do they screen for on the health certificate? I have high cholesterol. ...
@mpmilestogo. What do you mean you decided not to do health insurance at all? It is a requirement, Correct? I submitted a quote and it came back like 900 Euro a month. I was shocked. That doesn't sound right. Is there a way around the ER Visa ... Read More
Expat health insurance by dhlincali
Im an expat going to live in Cambodia with my Cambodian wife. Does anyone know if I can buy a foreign national health insurance on the open marketplace?
I'm planning on moving from USA to Cambodia in January. I plan on getting an ER visa. I need health insurance to meet the retirement visa requirement. The first quote came back almost 900 Euro a month . That sounds insane. I m a heathy 67 year ... Read More
ER Visa Requirements
Im currently in Cambodia on an Evisa. I will return to USA for a month then plan on coming back on an ER visa. I plan on locating to Kampot. I have a few questions. 1) What do they screen for on the health certificate? I have high cholesterol. ... Read More
Kampot Gym
I'm back in Kampot first time since covid. The gym I used to work out in is shuttered. Anyone know of a public gym in Kampot. Read More
Requirements for entering Cambodia as foreigner by JoeKhmer
These are the requirements in effect now, changes can be expected any day, keep up with the news! You need to have a visa before you travel, all visas on arrival are suspended. Go to your nearest Cambodian embassy/consulate and apply for an E-type ...
In your post you state you must have a job or invitation to get a visa. I’m a retired US citizen living on approx 2k social security monthly. Am I eligible to get an evisa assuming I put down the 3000 dollar deposit? Thanks Gary Read More
Entry ban for passengers from six counties extended by JoeKhmer
Entry ban for passengers from six counties extended The travel restrictions enforced on passengers from six countries to curb the spread of COVID-19 pandemic have been extended. The order was issued on March 16 at the height of Cambodia’s ...
Yeah. I’m in Cebu at the moment. I’m going to go to Manila. When I get there I am going to go to the Cambodian Embassy and talk real nice. Hopefully they will give me a visa. Worth a try. Read More
Entry ban for passengers from six counties extended by JoeKhmer
Entry ban for passengers from six counties extended The travel restrictions enforced on passengers from six countries to curb the spread of COVID-19 pandemic have been extended. The order was issued on March 16 at the height of Cambodia’s ...
I’m a US citizen. But I’ve been in the Philippines since February. I would be traveling direct from the Philippines to PP. Would I still be denied entry ? Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Cambodia by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Cambodia, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Thank you for the web link all the updated info. I’m a US citizen but I have no intentions or desire to return to the US. I ll just have to wait it out until Cambodia re opens. Again, thanks for the link. I ll reference that web ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Cambodia by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Cambodia, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Thanks for your input. I will try the Cambodian consulate . Just today I am hearing the Philippine government may extend the ban on flights out of Cebu until June 1. That is bad news if true. I have not been able to confirm that. Nothing I ... Read More
COVID-19 and expatriation in Cambodia by Loïc
Hello everybody, The COVID-19 crisis inevitably impacts Cambodia, between closed airports or periods of containment in some cities or even the entire country . We would like to hear from you during this unusual period, to find out what the ...
Hello I lived in Cambodia on and off for a couple years. I split my time between PP and Kampot. In early February I left to go visit friends in the Philippines for what I thought would be a month or six weeks. Soon after arriving here the ... Read More
Apartments or houses with a yard
Have you thought about roof top gardening. It’s a trend in many Asian cities. Turning roof tops into productive organic gardens. I just read an article on the web bout how popular it’s becoming in Singapore. It most likely would ... Read More
Keeping fit in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in Cambodia is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in Cambodia? Do you exercise ...
Cross over the motor cycle bridge . Take a right. Cross the high way. Keep going approx 1 mile. It’s on the right with bright blue roof Read More
Keeping fit in Cambodia by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Keeping fit during your time in Cambodia is of utmost importance. How about sharing with us and your fellow expats how you keep healthy in your host country? What are your daily health hacks in Cambodia? Do you exercise ...
I go to a gym in Pp and also in Kampot when I’m there. Neither are air conditioned. I’m dripping wet with in 5 mins. The humidity and heat do wonders for conditioning . Read More
New members of the Cambodia forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Cambodia forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello Gary from usa. Recently retired. I waa planning on living in Thailand. After my second trip to Cambodia i ve changed my mind and decided to öive here instead. Im currently in Kampot. Wow nice little town with a very chill vibe. I ... Read More