Greece visa requirements for Cambodians

Travel and visa requirements

Basic Travel Requirements for Cambodians visiting Greece

Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to apply for a Greek Visa.

  • A Cambodian passport issued not more than 10 years earlier and valid for at least 3 months from the date of departure from Greece.
  • The passport must contain at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Previously issued Schengen visa (if there is any).
  • Completely filled and signed visa application form.
  • Two identical passport photographs with a light background.
  • Travel insurance worth a minimum of 30,000 € and valid for the entire Schengen area.
  • Cover letter.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the trip.
  • Letter of invitation.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Birth certificate for minors.
  • Return trip ticket.
  • Proof of paid visa fees.

Greece Visa for Cambodians

Facts about Greece

Greece is known for its world heritage sites, islands, seas, and beaches. Democracy, western philosophy, western literature, historiography, political science, major scientific and mathematical principles are considered to have originated from Greece. Tourists visiting the country can be assured of being engaged throughout their time in the country.  
 
In 2018, the country played host to over 33 million foreign tourists which made it one of the most visited countries in the world. Olympia, Greece, is popular for being the original birthplace of the Olympics Games. The tourism industry is a major contributing factor to the Gross Domestic Product in Greece. The industry is responsible for contributing 18% to the country’s GDP.
 
Indecent dressing and behavior are not tolerated, prison sentences or fines will be issued to anyone caught in the act. Anyone who is caught driving under the influence of alcohol will be fined or imprisoned. Always make sure you request a receipt whenever you buy anything in the country.

Types of Greece Visa

Types of Visa Processing Time Duration of Stay
Tourist visa 15 working days 90 days
Business visa 15 working days 90 days

General Requirements for Greece Visa

  • A Cambodian passport issued not more than 10 years earlier and valid for at least 3 months from the date of departure from Greece.
  • The passport must contain at least two blank pages for visa stamping.
  • Previously issued Schengen visa (if there is any).
  • Completely filled and signed visa application form.
  • Two identical passport photographs with a light background.
  • Travel insurance worth a minimum of 30,000 € and valid for the entire Schengen area.
  • Cover letter.
  • Proof of accommodation.
  • Proof of sufficient funds for the trip.
  • Letter of invitation.
  • Flight itinerary.
  • Birth certificate for minors.
  • Return trip ticket.
  • Proof of paid visa fees.
Greece Tourist visa Greece Business visa

Greece Tourist Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Greek issues a tourist visa to individuals who want to experience the breathtaking sceneries the country has to offer.
  • It is however a short-stay visa and allows the tourist to stay for a maximum of 3 months every 6 months.
  • The Greece tourist visa can be used for vacationing, holidaying, partying and visitations.
  • You are not allowed to take up any form of employment or to engage in work-related activities with this visa.
  • All travellers must have travel medical insurance which would be used to take care of possible emergencies during the trip.
  • If you have been previously issued a Schengen visa, you might have to provide the visas.
  • Applicants are to ensure that they have sufficient funds to take care of their needs during their trip.
  • A roundtrip ticket is also required as proof that you would return to Cambodia at the expiration of your visa.
  • Applications are to be correctly filled and submitted in person to the embassy.
  • The French Embassy in Cambodia handles all visa processing for several countries including Greece.

Greece Business Visa Eligibility & Requirements

  • Greece business visa is used to conduct businesses and transactions.
  • It is also used to attend conferences, seminars, negotiate and sign contracts.
  • Individuals travelling for seminars and conferences are required to pre-register and provide proof of pre-registration.
  • Accommodation is required for all applicants. This could be a rented apartment or a hotel.
  • An invitation letter from your business partner in Greece is required. The letter should state the nature of the business to be conducted and the duration of the business.
  • If both parties have previous transactions then details of such transactions should be provided.
  • Employed applicants are to present a letter from their employer in Cambodia stating the applicant's post at the office and that the applicant's trip is approved.
  • Self-employed individuals should have proof of their company's registration and a copy of their tax payment details.
  • You cannot engage in paid employment or apply for public funds with this visa.
  •  The sponsor of your trip should also be stated. The sponsor could be your business partner, your employer or you could sponsor yourself.
  • If your employer or business partner would sponsor the trip, it should be stated in the letters sent by each of them.
  • Applicants sponsoring themselves should provide a recent bank statement showing proof of sufficient funds.

Greece Visa Fees

Visa Type

Sub Types

Visa Fees

Tourist visa

60.00 (EUR)

Business visa

60.00 (EUR)

Greece Visa Application Centres & Embassies in Cambodia

Location

Address

Phnom Penh

There is currently no Embassy or Consulate of Greece in Cambodia. Applicants are to visit the French Embassy for their visa application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What attracts tourists in Greece?

Greece is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, having up to 33 million tourists yearly. Visitors are normally drawn to the country's beaches and reliable sunny summer weather, its nightlife, historical sites and natural beauty.

How is the climate in Greece?

Greece is known to be hot and dry from around April until November. The rainy period starts from November and lasts till late March or early April. The most pleasant weather is between May-June and September-October.

Are Greeks friendly people?

Yes. Greeks are normally friendly people as long as you are kind to them. You have to be kind to be treated kindly. Despite the fact that most Greeks are welcoming, some of them can be rude too.

Is English spoken in Greece?

Yes. Although Greek is the official language of the country and native tongue of majority of the citizens, English is the most widely studied and understood foreign language in Greece.