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How to Pay in Cambodia

Cambodia runs on US dollars alongside the Khmer Riel. Small bills are king and many places don't make change for large notes. Tuk-tuks dominate short trips, and the Bakong Tourists app makes cashless payments seamless even at street stalls.

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National Bank of Cambodia's official tourist wallet. Load USD or KHR via Visa/Mastercard and pay via KHQR at 4.5 million merchants. No local bank account required.

Pro tip: Register and top up before arrival. Verification requires a passport scan and selfie but only takes minutes.

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Guac eSIM covers Cambodia with plans from $1.50 per GB. Install it before you land and activate instantly.

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