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1. RECENT UPDATES Section 1 (Current Issue removed) of this Travel Report has been updated. See our Current Issues page for information on Avian Influenza. BACK TO TOP 2. WARNINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS There is no Official Warning for this country. Cambodia
On There is a heightened security threat to Westerners and Western interests throughout OFFICIAL REGISTRATION RECOMMENDATION: We offer a registration service for all Canadians travelling or living abroad. This service is provided so that we can contact and assist you in an emergency in a foreign country, such as a natural disaster or civil unrest, or inform you of a family emergency at home. Registration can be done on-line or by contacting a Canadian government office abroad. For more information, see our FAQs on Registration of Canadians Abroad. BACK TO TOP 3. SAFETY AND SECURITY The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. The traveller is also responsible for his or her own personal safety. The purpose of this Travel Report is to provide Canadians with up-to-date information to enable them to make well-informed decisions. Tourist facilities are well developed in Violence in Street crime is prevalent in urban areas. Bag theft has increased markedly in There are reports of Canadian deaths resulting from illicit drug use in Attacks against ships in the Pirate attacks and armed robbery against ships occur in coastal waters. Mariners should take appropriate precautions. For additional information, see the Weekly Piracy Report published by the International Maritime Bureau. BACK TO TOP 4. ENTRY/EXIT REQUIREMENTS The following information on entry and exit requirements has been confirmed with the Cambodian authorities and was valid on May 18, 2006. However, entry and exit requirements are subject to change. It is the sole prerogative of each country to determine who is allowed to enter. All countries have special requirements for persons intending to reside for extended periods (usually more than 90 days) or who plan to work, study, or engage in non-tourist activities. To obtain information on specific entry requirements, contact the nearest diplomatic or consular office of the country or countries to be visited. Violations of entry and exit requirements may result in serious penalties. Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada’s Office of Protocol provides contact details for the Embassy of the Kingdom of Cambodia and its consulates, where you can obtain further information on entry and exit requirements. A valid Canadian passport is required for Canadians intending to visit Tourist and business visas (valid for a one-month stay) can be purchased upon arrival at the airports in Canadians travelling to Border officials may insist that travellers entering A departure tax of US$25 cash is required at Tourist Visa: Required Business Visa: Required Student Visa: Required A Certificate of Canadian Citizenship (CCC) is not a travel document. Airlines are known to refuse boarding to dual national Canadian passengers returning to Canada, travelling on a passport that requires a visa to enter Canada, regardless of whether the passenger presents a valid CCC as proof of Canadian citizenship. A Canadian passport is the only reliable and universally accepted travel and identification document for the purpose of international travel. It proves your admissibility to enter Canada. Selling, altering, or allowing another person to use your passport is a criminal offence. It could lead to the laying of charges and imprisonment if convicted. It could also lead to the denial of future passport services. Special and diplomatic passport holders should verify visa requirements for this and other countries, as they may differ from those that apply to regular passport holders. Any adult travelling with children may be required to show evidence of parental/custodial and/or access rights. Foreign and Canadian authorities may also require evidence that the adult has the consent of the parents, legal guardian, and/or the court to travel with the children. Some countries may not permit children to enter or, in some cases, leave the country without proper documentation such as a letter of consent or a court order. Although same-sex marriages are legal in Canada, many countries do not recognize them. Attempting to enter as a same-sex married couple may result in refusal by local officials. For more information, contact the foreign government office accredited to Canada. BACK TO TOP 5. CANADIAN GOVERNMENT CONTACTS There is no resident Canadian government office in Cambodia - PHNOM PENH, Embassy of Australia Address: Villa 11, R.V. Senei Vannavaut Oum (Street 254), Daun Penh District, Phnom Penh Tel.: 855 (23) 213-470 Fax: 855 (23) 213-413 E-Mail: australian.embassy.cambodia@dfat.gov.au Internet: http://www.smartraveller.gov.au/zw-cgi/view/Advice/Cambodia For emergency assistance after hours, call the Embassy of Australia in BACK TO TOP 6. LOCAL LAWS AND CUSTOMS You are subject to local laws. A serious violation may lead to a jail sentence. The sentence will be served in local prisons. Canadians arrested or detained have the right to contact the responsible Canadian government office (embassy, high commission, etc.) listed in Section 5 above. Arresting officials have a responsibility to assist you in doing so. Canadian consular officials can provide a list of local lawyers upon request. A permit is required to purchase or possess cultural or archaeological artefacts. Common sense and discretion should be exercised in dress and behaviour, particularly when visiting religious sites. Visitors should dress conservatively and respect religious and social traditions to avoid offending local sensitivities. You should not photograph airports or military installations. Ask permission before photographing individuals, including Buddhist monks. Penalties for the possession, use, or trafficking of illegal drugs are strict. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and fines. There have been notable efforts by There are harsh penalties for engaging in sexual acts with a minor. In addition, Canadians may be prosecuted at home for sexually exploiting children while abroad. Please see our publication entitled Child Sex Tourism: It's a Crime for further information on the risks of committing this form of sexual abuse abroad. The procedures required in legal proceedings or police investigations may be different from the procedures in force in the Canadian legal system. Canadians wishing to undertake such proceedings can expect to face long delays and additional efforts in order to resolve their case. The Government of Canada cannot intervene in ongoing legal proceedings in other countries, unless requested to do so by local authorities. Such requests are rare. BACK TO TOP 7. LOCAL TRAVEL AND CURRENCY Travellers should be aware that PMT Air has had two recent mishaps including a crash of a charter flight between Siem Reap and Sihanoukville in June 2007 and a runway mishap in Rattankiri in 2005. With the exception of flights between Road conditions are extremely poor. Travel by road should be undertaken in daylight hours, either by scheduled bus or cars travelling in convoy. Boats are often overcrowded, lack adequate safety equipment, and are susceptible to robbery by armed gangs. Boat owners accept no liability for accidents. Do not travel by train due to poor track maintenance. Travel from Overland travel from Motorcycles are a common means of transportation in urban areas. Safe driving habits, traffic rules, and safety precautions are generally not adhered to. Accidents are frequent. Canadians are strongly advised to wear a helmet and to drive defensively when riding a motorcycle. Visitors should ensure their medical insurance will cover them when riding as a driver or passenger. Tourists in Siem Reap are not permitted to rent motorcycles. Foreigners who do not adhere to this law may be stopped by local police and requested to return the vehicle immediately. Passports are often requested as a guarantee when renting motorcycles. Unscrupulous owners have followed renters and taken the motorcycle by removing the lock and chain when the vehicle was parked, leaving the traveller without a motorcycle or passport. Renters should purchase their own locks and chains. Canadian passports may not be used as collateral (as assurance for debts, rental of motorcycles, etc). Travellers whose passports are inaccessible or stolen as a result of such misuse may be subject to investigation by the Passport Office and may receive limited passport services. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is required. The IDP must be exchanged for a Cambodian driving license. A fee of US$25 is charged for the exchange. The currency is the riel. U.S. dollars are also widely used. Only (new) undamaged notes are accepted. Notes will the slightest tear will not be accepted. Personal cheques and credit cards are not widely accepted. Some banks in Check with your bank for information on Automated Banking Machine ( BACK TO TOP 8. NATURAL DISASTERS AND CLIMATE The rainy season extends from May to November. Sudden floods may affect the condition of roads and bridges, bus services, and small provincial airports without paved runways. Travellers should keep informed of regional weather forecasts and plan accordingly. BACK TO TOP 9. TRAVEL MEDICINE PROGRAM The Public Health Agency of Canada and the World Health Organization (WHO) report on disease outbreaks that occur throughout the world. For the latest travel health advisories and related information, visit the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Travel Medicine Program Web site. The Public Health Agency of Canada continues to closely monitor and report on occurrences of avian influenza A (H5N1), or "bird flu", in humans and in birds. Further information on avian influenza A (H5N1) and recommendations for travellers can be found on the Public Health Agency of Canada's Travel Medicine Web site as well as on the World Health Organization's Web site. For more information, see our Current Issues on Avian Influenza. The Public Health Agency of Canada strongly recommends that your travel plans include contacting a travel medicine clinic or physician six to eight weeks before departure. Based on your individual risk assessment, a health care professional can determine your need for immunizations and/or preventive medication and advise you on precautions to avoid disease. Travellers are reminded to ensure that their routine (childhood) immunizations (e.g., tetanus, diphtheria, polio, and measles) are up to date. Standards of medical care may differ from those in Canada. Treatment may be expensive, and payment in advance may be required. Travellers are advised to arrange for medical insurance prior to departure. Prescription medications should be kept in the original container and packed in carry-on luggage. The Public Health Agency of Canada also recommends that travellers who become sick or feel unwell on their return to Canada seek a medical assessment with their personal physician. Travellers should inform their physician that they have been travelling or living outside of Canada. BACK TO TOP 10. ADDITIONAL HEALTH INFORMATION Medical facilities throughout BACK TO TOP 11. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Returning to Canada Traveller's Checklist Health and Travel Insurance: Do not rely on your provincial health plan to cover all expenses if you get sick or are injured while abroad. It may cover nothing or only a portion of the costs. Understand the terms of your supplementary insurance policy. Some credit cards offer their holders health and travel insurance. Do not assume the card alone provides adequate coverage. Carry details of your insurance with you. Also, tell your travel agent, a friend or relative, and/or travelling companion how to contact your insurer. Get a detailed invoice from the doctor or hospital before you return to Canada. Always submit original receipts for any medical services or prescriptions received abroad. Most insurance companies will not accept copies or faxes. See Canada's Health Portal. Cancelling a scheduled trip abroad could cost you money. Before cancelling a scheduled trip, you should discuss the matter with your travel agent, your travel insurer, or the airline. The decision to travel is the sole responsibility of the traveller. There are concerns regarding trafficking of Cambodian children for the purpose of international adoption. Provincial and territorial authorities should be contacted for more information on current adoption policies for Adoption: Provincial and territorial authorities in Canada are responsible for authorizing international adoptions. If you are thinking of adopting a child from another country, you must first obtain information about the adoption regulations of the province or territory in which the child will reside. While adoption is a provincial/territorial responsibility, Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC) is responsible for allowing an adopted child entry into Canada. Entry can be refused if the child does not hold the appropriate immigrant visa. A visa may be denied, even if the adoption has already been completed. For more information contact CIC at 1 888 242-2100 (in Canada only), check the CIC Web site or contact your provincial or territorial government. BACK TO TOP 12. ANNEX N/A BACK TO TOP |
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