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SIM cards and eSIM in Cambodia

Which carriers matter, what buying a SIM involves, and when an eSIM is the smarter move.

Mobile internet eSIM Best option when traveling

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Guac

Recommended

Reliable mobile internet at better prices than most travel eSIMs, with polished iOS and Android apps and support for making and receiving phone calls.

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Airalo

One of the biggest travel eSIM brands, with a very large destination catalog.

Holafly

Known for unlimited-data plans in many destinations, at a higher price per gigabyte.

Buying a local SIM card ID registration required

Registration
Bring your passport; the seller registers the prepaid SIM during activation.
Tourist plans and prices
Typical prepaid offers include around 30 GB, while starter prices begin near $5.
Where to buy
Buy at an official carrier counter at the airport or at an official city store, and test the SIM before leaving.

Good to know

Internet access or device rules can change quickly; check current restrictions before relying on a local SIM.

Local carriers

  • Smart Axiata

    Strong in major cities, with weaker rural coverage.

  • Metfone

    Best choice for broad coverage, including rural areas.

  • Cellcard

    A solid alternative; compare current prepaid offers before buying.

  • Yes Seatel

    The weakest network here; choose it only for a clear price advantage.

eSIM and SIM cards by country→
Sources and how current this is

Data checked July 2026

Source dates: Prepaid Data SIM Card Wiki: retrieved 30 Jul 2026, indexed ~1 week old; carries the 2015-2016 enforcement history | Light Reading (telecom trade press): 13 May 2024, source of the TRC enforcement order and the Feb 2023 device-registration law | Holafly: ~9 Jul 2026 (eSIM seller) | Gigago Phnom Penh Airport: 28 Jan 2026 (eSIM seller) | CambodiaESIM: 12 Dec 2024 (eSIM seller) | VisitToCambodia: 4 Jan 2026 (first-hand-style trip report) | Esim.net: 3 Dec 2024

Sources disagree: Registration practice or tourist eligibility still varies between published accounts. Quoted prices or bundle details vary by seller and may change at short notice.

Sources

  • prepaid-data-sim-card.fandom.com
  • lightreading.com
  • esim.holafly.com
  • gigago.com
  • cambodiaesim.com
  • visittocambodia.com
  • esim.net

Frequently asked questions

Do I need my passport to buy a SIM card in Cambodia?

Bring your passport; the seller registers the prepaid SIM during activation.

What is the best eSIM for Cambodia?

Guac eSIM covers Cambodia with data plans starting from $1.50 per GB and instant activation, so your phone is online the moment you land. Airalo and Holafly are popular alternatives.

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