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Kheang Sreyphin
Kheang SreyphinExperienced
Asked: April 22, 2021

This is an important question that foreigners need to know if they are planning to live in Cambodia. The answer is yes. There is no rule that says that citizenship of a certain country must be granted to foreigners living ...Read more

This is an important question that foreigners need to know if they are planning to live in Cambodia. The answer is yes. There is no rule that says that citizenship of a certain country must be granted to foreigners living in a country. The foreigner has all rights that the Cambodian people have. The only thing that the foreigner needs to have is a visa and a work permit.

If you have been dreaming of living in Cambodia, you should know that it is not difficult to become a Cambodian resident. In fact, whether you are living in Cambodia on a student visa or a retirement visa, you can easily apply for Cambodian citizenship. As a foreign resident, you can enjoy the same benefits as a Cambodian citizen, including healthcare and education. So, if you want to live in Cambodia, you should not have any problem in doing so.

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Sunset at Tonle Sap lake Cambodia – Cambodia Time

Applying for Cambodian citizenship is processed by the Ministry of interior, and it at least takes two to three months to get done. For more details of the procedure, requirement documents, and many more, quickly look through these following steps below:

Procedure:

  1. The process of applying for Cambodian citizenship is took place at the Ministry of interior.
  2. Prepared all the requirement document and make a copy the them, then submit the application and requirement documents at the Ministry of interior. You can find the application at the Ministry or download in from the Embassy of Cambodia website.
  3. When the application is submitted, the citizenship officer will go through the application and document once again to verify information. (The interview is also carried out at that time)
  4. After that, they will make the decision for your application whether you’re rejected or accepted.

The requirement documents that should be attached with your application:

  1. Birth certificate
  2. Current passport
  3. Your identity card
  4. Your recent photo
  5. Medical and police clearance certificate

Citizenship has no validity period, but your citizenship may be revoked back if you do something opposing the law of the country namely by joining a foreign army is considered as the activity that is against the laws of Cambodia.

In some cases, a country will not allow an individual to enter if that person has a criminal record or carrying a contagious disease.

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Beauty of Tonle Sap lake house boat – Cambodia Time

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Kun Kanha
Kun KanhaExperienced
Asked: April 22, 2021In:

Kampot is an attractive place and famous In Cambodia. Tourism can’t get over by this along journey that full of beaches, seafood, clothes, markets, restaurants, resorts and natural with a lot of Island. By traveling to Kampot consists 3-4 transportations ...Read more

Kampot is an attractive place and famous In Cambodia. Tourism can’t get over by this along journey that full of beaches, seafood, clothes, markets, restaurants, resorts and natural with a lot of Island. By traveling to Kampot consists 3-4 transportations way get into this fabulous city with safety and joyful. Mostly tourism like spending their holiday in Kampot 2-3 days by renting camping or book the hotel cover with pool, restaurant and convenient place.

Tourism really appreciate to travel by train. Travellers can take the train from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville Line, which will stop at Takeo train station from Phnom Penh station that takes about 2 hours. The train stops here to allow the passengers to get a 10-minute break to purchase foods and drinks before the train continues its journey to Kampot Train Station. The last drop-off point is located at Sihanoukville station. The best way to get to kampot is by train with 7$ and take 3 hours from Phnom Penh.

If you’re looking for a bit of comfort during your trip, then a private taxi is your best option. The journey will take approximately 3 hours in total and there is some absolutely stunning scenery along the way. While driving you can ask driver to stop and take picture along the road with beautiful scenery.

Bus is a best way and the cheapest price from Phnom Penh to Kampot. The journey will take approximately at least 3 hours. On the bus will cover with toilet, TV, air-condition and you can cook by yourself and eat on the bus if you don’t want to purchase your food outside. You can see the schedule and book it, otherwise you will miss the bus.

Driving by motorcycle is a freedom way to ride by a couple and romantic journey along the beautiful scenery with natural air. If you don’t have motorcycle, in Phnom Penh have the rental service and a reasonable price. Driving by motorcycle is a good way to see a long way to a nice city.

 

 

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Kun Kanha
Kun KanhaExperienced
Asked: April 21, 2021In:

Transportation is a must that travelers being choose for the first step we start our journey.  Without transportation we can’t see the wildly and beautiful world in this universe. Come and think about traveling, mostly tourism require the transportation which ...Read more

Transportation is a must that travelers being choose for the first step we start our journey.  Without transportation we can’t see the wildly and beautiful world in this universe. Come and think about traveling, mostly tourism require the transportation which cover with safety and affordable price. Before leave home and start your recover the world we must know how to spend money on the right stuff and read more about the country you dream to see. To talk about Cambodia we can’t get over Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. This two cities is the most visitors and the most cultural with a modern art that travelers can’t miss. Today transportations is very modern, safety, affordable price and comfortable. Price of transportation in Cambodia are difference between, Car, bus or plane.

By Plane

Plane is the fastest transportation spend only 30-40 minutes from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh. Even though it is the fastest and also the highest price. The price is around 256$ with a really comfortable and convenient place. Normally travelers doesn’t really spend their time on plane, but will get into the bus it’s really cheap and freedom.

Travelling by Plane from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh | Cambodia Time

Travelling by Plane from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh | Cambodia Time

By Private Taxi

Travelled between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh are plenty of choice by bus take about 7 hours by private taxi 4 half-hours are comfortable, reasonably priced, plus there’s a stop halfway for about 30 mins, so you can get out stretch the legs, buy a drink, snack, meal, etc. if you book on private taxi with drivers, it’s easy to stretch out make photos. They will drive you from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. The price around 100$-120$ is for 2-3 days you can ask for more discount.

By Bus

Travel by a local bus is the cheapest price for traveling in Cambodia from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh. If you like crowd and freeness bus is the best choice with a special price around 5$. Some bus has a really good service cover in such as toilet, bed if you travel at night time and normally bus take 6-7 hours. During driving, they will stop for having lunch and relax with a nice view on the way.

Traveling by bus from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh | Cambodia Time

Traveling by bus from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh | Cambodia Time

 

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Kheang Sreyphin
Kheang SreyphinExperienced
Asked: April 21, 2021

There is no set definition for salary, or what is a good salary in Cambodia?, and as a result it is hard to say what is a good salary in Cambodia. There are number of factors that go into defining ...Read more

There is no set definition for salary, or what is a good salary in Cambodia?, and as a result it is hard to say what is a good salary in Cambodia. There are number of factors that go into defining what is a good salary in Cambodia, and it all depends on what you need to make in order to support yourself, and your family. A starting salary is typically quite low, and it can take years to reach what is considered a good salary in Cambodia, if you make it that far.

As a foreigner in Cambodia working for a local company, you will be paid in USD. The USD salary you are given may not be in line with the local cost of living. For example, an expat working for a local company in Phnom Penh, may see a salary in the region of USD 2000 per month, which is a very good salary for Cambodia.

To get a good salary in Cambodia, you’re required to have experiences and capabilities in doing the job in a company. With these criteria, you’re able to earn a good salary that fit your skills. With this point, you’re also required to hold a Bachelor degree or master degree to prove your education. At least finish college so that your salary expectation will be in consideration, and you’ll definitely can get a good salary.

Getting a good salary also depends on the job that you’ve chosen as well. To give an instance, if you’re working in a Bank with a position an accountant, financier, HR, and so on, salary around $500 to $1000 per month is expected to be a good salary in Cambodia.

If you work as a manager, the salary that is expected to be good one should be around $1000 to $2000 per month, and the more skillful you have, a higher salary you’ll get with this position. Some company may also give a bonus or dividend to employees, so employees can earn more money which is a very good occasion.

What is the average salary in Cambodia?

In short, a person who works in Cambodia normally can earn around 3 310 000 KRH ($828) per month, which is expected to be an average salary, following by 838 000 KRH ($210) per month, which is expected to be the lowest average salary, and 14 800 000 KRH ($3700) is expected to be a good salary and a high salary.

Average salary in Cambodia | Cambodia Time

Average salary in Cambodia | Cambodia Time

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Kheang Sreyphin
Kheang SreyphinExperienced
Asked: April 20, 2021

When you think about the foods that are most representative of Cambodia, you probably think about food that is eaten on a daily basis. These are the Cambodian foods that are eaten for breakfast, lunch and dinner. However, there are ...Read more

When you think about the foods that are most representative of Cambodia, you probably think about food that is eaten on a daily basis. These are the Cambodian foods that are eaten for breakfast, lunch and dinner. However, there are also a number of foods that are eaten on special occasions or during festivals that are considered national symbols of Cambodia. Among those foods are:

1. Rice

Cambodian Cooked Rice

Cambodian Cooked Rice

Rice is considered to be one of the essential food in Cambodia. This food is not only the most important, but it is also the most used one in the Cambodian dishes. Cambodians usually put rice as the first ingredient in their dishes. This ingredient is the one that makes the difference and makes their dishes unique. When rice is first in a dish, it means that it is the main dish. It is served together with other ingredients to accompany it. If there is no rice, it is not considered as a dish. Rice is not just eaten only in Cambodia. It is also eaten in Laos, Thailand, Vietnam, and Myanmar.

2. Amok

Amok is very famous in Cambodia. It’s considered to be the most popular food, national dish, and important food in Cambodia. You’ll easily spot this types of food everywhere, and if you’re new in this country, I also recommend you to try this food out as well. Cambodian normally makes this food when there is a special occasion like when they celebrate an engagement, but you can make and eat this anytime you want, and many restaurants in Cambodia usually put this types of food on their menu list. People who live near to local rivers are able to enjoy amok truly each day in the event that they so wish. By utilizing the freshest of amok, you’ll be guaranteed of the most excellent result as the amok will have the perfect texture and will not be dry. You can eat this with rice to make it more delicious.

3. Khmer Curry

Khmer curry

Khmer curry

Curry is one of the most important and famous food in Cambodia. Cambodian people always make this food when the festivals and special occasions are approaching like Khmer New Year festival, Phum Benh day, or banquet. This food will cost you a big amount of money and ingredients, even the process of making this dish is also a bit complicated, but if you’re good at cooking, that won’t be a problem for you. You can eat this with a bowl of rice for sure, or you can eat with Khmer noodle also known as Num Banh Chok to make it more and more unique and tasty. For the recipe, you can check out this website for more detail: https://houseofnasheats.com/cambodian-chicken-red-curry/

4. Num Banh Chok (Khmer noodle)

Num banh chok refers to both the new ever-so-lightly-fermented rice noodles that are still made every day by hand by artisanal noodle creators all over Cambodia, fair as they’ve continuously been made, as well as the tasty breakfast noodle dish, comprised of the rice noodles soaked in a soup, ‘gravy’ or curry, served with regular vegetables, and decorated with fragrant herbs, scrounged clears out, and eatable flowers. This type of food is very healthy and delicious. Cambodian people always make this with any kind of fishes, and you can enjoy this food every day. People always make this when Phum Benh day is approaching, and in other special events.

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