Immigration: Cambodia Denies Rumors of Border Closure

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Updated 2026-05-26 5 min

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In short

●The General Department of Immigration denies rumors of border closure.
●Information circulating on WeChat about an entry ban for those under 40 is false.
●Borders remain open and entry conditions unchanged.
●No discriminatory measures based on age are being considered.

General Department of Immigration

Source

May 26, 2026

Denial Date

Border closure and ban for under 40

Rumor

False information

Status

Official denial. The General Department of Immigration denied rumors of border closure and an entry ban for foreigners under 40.
Origin of rumors. The false information circulated mainly on WeChat, a social network widely used by the Chinese community.
No age restriction. No discriminatory measures based on age have been taken or considered by Cambodian authorities.
Borders open. All land, air, and sea entry points remain open and operating normally.
Call for vigilance. Authorities urge travelers and expats to verify information from official sources.

Rumors began circulating on WeChat before being quickly denied by authorities.

May 25, 2026: Unverified messages appear on WeChat claiming Cambodia is closing its borders and banning entry to foreigners under 40.
May 26, 2026 (morning): Rumors spread rapidly, causing concern among expats and travelers.
May 26, 2026 (afternoon): The General Department of Immigration issues an official statement categorically denying this information.
May 26, 2026 (evening): Local media, including the Phnom Penh Post, relay the denial, reassuring the community.
May 27, 2026: No new restrictive measures announced; situation remains normal.

Rumors mainly affected WeChat users, but the denial was widely disseminated.

Segment	Impact	Detail
Chinese expats	High	Rumors circulated on WeChat, a platform heavily used by this community.
Individual travelers	Moderate	Some travelers postponed or canceled plans out of fear.
Travel agencies	Low	Agencies quickly received requests for clarification.
Global expat community	Low	Quick denial limited the spread of concern.
Social media	High	WeChat was the main vector, but other platforms also relayed.

No change: borders remain open, visas are issued normally.
Expats can continue to travel freely without fear of age restrictions.
Administrative procedures (visa extension, visa on arrival) are unaffected.
Rumors had no impact on flights or entry points in Siem Reap.
The expat community is encouraged to verify information with the embassy or immigration.

Check sources: Do not rely on unofficial information; consult government websites or recognized media.
Follow official accounts: Subscribe to the Facebook pages of the General Department of Immigration and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Contact your embassy: If in doubt, your embassy can provide reliable information.
Avoid sharing rumors: Do not relay unconfirmed information on social media.
Stay informed: Regularly consult sources like the Phnom Penh Post or SiemReapHub.com.
Keep your documents up to date: Always have a valid passport and proper visa.
Report false information: If you see rumors, report them to the relevant authorities.

Are Cambodia's borders closed?

No, borders are open and operating normally. Rumors of closure are false.

Is it true that foreigners under 40 cannot enter Cambodia?

No, that is false information. No age restrictions are in effect.

Where did these rumors come from?

They circulated on WeChat, a popular social network, without official basis.

What should I do if I hear a similar rumor?

Verify with official sources (immigration, embassy) and do not share it without confirmation.

Are visas on arrival still available?

Yes, visas on arrival are issued normally at all entry points.

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