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Is it better to extend a Cambodia visa or do a border bounce to Vietnam?

Jun 6, 2025
a day ago
First time seeing, request Cambodia visa extension. Instead of border bounce to Vietnam better to do extension when Cambodia visa is running out. Evisa website clearly states that must be in person which country u apply. Now DTV process in Cambodia so slow.
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TLDR : Answer Summary
The discussion revolves around the process of extending a Cambodian visa versus making a border bounce to Vietnam. One commenter suggests that extending a visa is often more cumbersome and that a border bounce is preferable. Another highlights the importance of applying for an E category Cambodian visa at entry, as it allows for longer extensions than a tourist visa, which only permits a single two-month extension. The response indicates that the slow processing of visa extensions in Cambodia is also a factor to consider.
Paul *******
Better apply for an E category Cambodian visa when entering the country. If you only get a tourist visa, just ONE extension is allowed, permitting a maximum of 2 months in the country. If you believe that's not enough time, go for the E visa, which can be extended for 3, 6 or 12 months.
Mo ******
I am not sure to understand what is going on here. 🤷‍♂️
Andi ***********
@Mo *****
The applicant has not been approved for the DTV Cambodian visa is running out, they need to extend their visa in Cambodia and upload it, usually people do a border run. This request above is to make sure the applicant is in Cambodia during the process.
Mo ******
@Andi **********
oh ok thanks! This is crazy, another step to overcome
Andi ***********
@Mo *****
yeah...
Andrew ********
Its ALWAYS better to do the border bounce.
Anonymous ******************
@Andrew *******
It's about application. They want to see the Cambodian extension. Not a run.