A — Diplomatic Visa (Type A)

The Diplomatic Visa (Type A) is a specialized entry permit established under international diplomatic conventions and Cambodian immigration law to facilitate the movement of foreign government officials. It is granted to holders of diplomatic passports who are entering Cambodia to perform official diplomatic missions or represent their home governments. This visa fills the gap by providing a formal, gratis, and streamlined entry process that upholds international protocols of reciprocity and diplomatic immunity, ensuring that official state business can be conducted without administrative delays.

This visa is exclusively for high-ranking officials, diplomats, and their dependents traveling on diplomatic passports. The ideal applicant is a government representative or diplomat on an official mission, such as attending state meetings, managing embassy operations, or participating in formal government-to-government engagements. It is distinctive because it is issued without fees and is tailored to the specific needs of state-level personnel, often requiring a Note Verbale or official letter from the sending government to confirm the nature and duration of the mission.