British Embassy in Phnom Penh

Embassy of UK in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Overview

Phnom Penh's diplomatic quarter hosts Britain's embassy to Cambodia where Angkor Wat's ancient splendor meets rapid development attracting British travelers and businesses. The mission supports growing British tourism to Cambodia—hundreds of thousands visit annually to explore Angkor temple complex near Siem Reap, discover Phnom Penh's Royal Palace and sobering Killing Fields memorial sites, relax on Sihanoukville beaches despite development controversies, and experience Khmer culture and cuisine. British businesses engage in Cambodia's garment industry supplying UK retailers, hospitality sector serving tourism boom, and education sector with British international schools operating in Phnom Penh. The embassy facilitates British investment in Cambodia's real estate development transforming Phnom Penh skyline, supports educational exchanges, and coordinates development programs addressing governance challenges and poverty reduction. British expats work in Cambodia's growing economy—NGO professionals in development sectors, teachers in international schools, and entrepreneurs building businesses in relaxed regulatory environment. The mission provides consular services for British nationals including emergency assistance for travelers facing health issues or crime incidents, passport renewals for residents, and support navigating Cambodia's challenges from corruption to infrastructure limitations. Staff process visa applications for Cambodian workers in UK hospitality sectors, students heading to British universities, and business travelers.
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