U.S. Department of State
Level 2Exercise Increased Caution
The advisory level was increased to 2. The “unrest” risk indicator was added.
Full advisory →Is Cambodia safe? 🇰🇭
Asia · Updated
As of July 2026, Cambodia scores 61/100 on the IsMyTripSafe safety index (average across assessed destinations). The U.S. State Department rates Cambodia Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution. Of the 2 Cambodia destinations assessed, Siem Reap scores highest (61/100), while Phnom Penh scores lowest (60/100).
01 · Official Guidance
Government advisories
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
Level 3Advises against all-but-essential travel to parts
Your travel insurance could be invalidated if you travel against advice from the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO). Areas where FCDO advises against travel FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 20km from the land border with Thailand.
Full advisory →Government of Canada
Level 2Exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories)
Canada's official risk level for Cambodia: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories).
Full advisory →02 · Destinations
Cambodia destinations by safety score
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03 · Evidence Signals
Cambodia safety data
| Indicator | Value | Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Government travel advisoryUS State Dept · Canada | Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution · 2 govts | 72 | US State Dept · Canada |
| Political stability & no terrorismWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 68/100 | 68 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
| Rule of lawWorld Bank Governance Indicators · 2024 | 39/100 | 39 | World Bank Governance Indicators (2024) |
04 · Questions
Cambodia safety FAQ
Is Cambodia safe to visit right now?
The U.S. State Department currently rates Cambodia Level 2 of 4 — Exercise Increased Caution. On our composite index Cambodia averages 61/100. See the destination reports above for city-level detail. (Updated 28 July 2026.)
What is the safest place to visit in Cambodia?
Of the destinations we've assessed, Siem Reap currently scores highest at 61/100 (Moderate). Phnom Penh scores lowest at 60/100.
Where does this Cambodia safety data come from?
Directly from public sources: US, UK and Canadian government advisories, World Bank and UNODC crime statistics, WHO health data, live air-quality, disaster and earthquake feeds — plus AI field research over current local reporting. Read the full methodology.