The Ministry of Tourism is the government authority in Cambodia responsible for tourism policy, sector governance, and the institutional framework supporting sustainable tourism development and administration. Its regulatory scope covers tourism standards, licensing and compliance oversight, service quality regulation, destination management, industry coordination, and related governance measures affecting tourism businesses and activities. This page serves as a central hub for tracking policy updates, regulatory developments, governance measures, and enforcement activities relevant to Cambodia’s tourism sector, including changes in oversight, compliance expectations, and administrative priorities.
The Cambodia Tourism Board launched a tourism matching grant to support overseas promotion of established national events. Cambodia will provide up to USD 20,000 per event for eligible organizers seeking international marketing support.
Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism reviewed priority tourism markets for 2027–2028, including travel demand trends, air connectivity, pricing, domestic campaigns, and visa facilitation for Chinese visitors. The tourism policy discussion involved public institutions, the Cambodia Tourism Board, tourism operators, airlines, and private-sector representatives.
Cambodia’s Ministry of Tourism and the ASEAN–China Centre reaffirmed cooperation to increase Chinese tourist arrivals and support tourism sector growth. The discussion also referenced Cambodia’s pilot 14-day visa exemption for Chinese citizens during the 2026 green season.
Cambodia tourism authorities and Phnom Penh local officials investigated a complaint by Japanese visitors and temporarily closed a massage business over alleged service irregularities. The case highlights enforcement of tourism service standards and tourist protection in Cambodia.
Cambodia Tourism Board launched a film location scouting program to support international productions with short-term travel, accommodation, permit, and site access assistance. The Cambodia initiative links tourism promotion with film sector facilitation for location-based investment decisions.
The Ministry of Tourism discussed cooperation with Viettel (Cambodia) Pte. Ltd. (Metfone) and agreed to support promotion of the program “My District, My Food,” which links Cambodian food with tourism destinations. The ministry said the program would be promoted through its official channels and through municipal and provincial tourism departments.
The Ministry of Tourism conducted a study visit to assess the development of Koh Totung Resort in Koh Kong Province and issued guidance to the developer on conservation, tourism service certification, and market promotion. The ministry also encouraged tourism associations to consider including the destination in premium tour packages and FAM trips.
The Ministry of Tourism held a working discussion with the CEO Institute on cooperation to develop human resources, training, research, and service quality improvement for Cambodia’s tourism sector. The discussion also included a proposal to examine the possibility of signing an MoU under the “Khmer Must Be Strong” campaign.
The Ministry of Tourism and the Koh Kong provincial administration conducted a site visit with private-sector participants to review development progress at Koh Tdach Resort in Koh Kong province. The visit highlighted private investment by Dainkor (Cambodia) Investment Co., Ltd. and a joint commitment to promote the site as a high-end tourism destination.
The Ministry of Tourism has opened recruitment for a free National Assessors Training Program in hospitality services for 2026, to be held in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Preah Sihanouk. The program aims to upgrade the competencies of tourism professionals in line with ASEAN standards and the use of ASEAN training toolboxes.
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