U.S. State Department raises Cambodia travel advisory to Level 2
The U.S. Department of State raised Cambodia's travel advisory to Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution), adding an 'unrest' risk indicator and an area of increased risk. The advisory cites crime and landmines, with frequent street crime in Phnom Penh and occasional violent crime. Areas within 50km of the Cambodia-Thailand border are Level 4 (Do Not Travel) due to armed conflict, with reports of rocket and artillery fire and civilian casualties.
Impact and considerations
The raised advisory level and border conflict may affect corporate travel safety assessments and itineraries in the region, especially business activities near the Cambodia-Thailand border.
Key points
- The U.S. State Department raised Cambodia's advisory to Level 2, adding an 'unrest' risk indicator and an area of increased risk.
- The advisory cites crime and landmines; phone and bag snatchings occur frequently in areas where foreigners gather in Phnom Penh, and violent crimes occur.
- Areas within 50km of the Cambodia-Thailand border are Level 4 (Do Not Travel) due to armed conflict, with reports of rocket and artillery fire and civilian casualties.
- Landmines and unexploded ordnance are found in remote areas, especially in Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, Pursat, Siem Reap, Pailin and Kampong Thom provinces.
Sources and time
- Primary source
- U.S. Department of State
- Other sources
- 0
- First source publication
- 25 Jul 2025, 08:00
- Page published
- 11 Sept 2026, 00:27
- Last updated
- 25 Jul 2025, 08:00
- Original links
- US Travel Advisories：Cambodia - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution (opens in a new tab)Primary source · en · Published 25 Jul 2025, 08:00