Cambodia

LANGUAGE The official language in Cambodia is Khmer.

CURRENCY Cambodia’s official currency is the Cambodian Riel (currency code KHR). One Euro/US dollar is equal to roughly 4,400-4,000 KHR. Click on the icon for the daily conversion rate.

GEOGRAPHY With a territory of 181,035 square kilometers, Cambodia is the 26th largest country in Asia. Located in mainland Southeast Asia, and shares its borders with Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, the Gulf of Thailand

ECONOMY & BUDGET Cambodia is a lower-middle-income country that has an open market economy.. Backpackers can survive at around $25 per day, while mid-range travelers spend between $40 and $60 per day on average.

SAFETY Cambodia is pretty safe for travelers, but like elsewhere in Southeast Asia, it does have its share of petty crime – and troubles with the police. So long as you’re aware of the issues, you’ll no doubt have a safe trip. It is recommended to have Travel Insurance when traveling to Cambodia.