Cambodia and Laos Border Fees: Cross Like a Pro, Pay Like a Local

Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, personally guiding and organizing tours for over 100,000 travellers across Southeast Asia. This guide draws from firsthand insights, guest feedback from Legend Travel Group surveys.

Because $2 Saved at the Border = One More Sunset Beer in Luang Prabang

You’ve planned the perfect Cambodia Tours from Angkor Wat to Phnom Penh, then crossing into Laos Travel for the magical Mekong slow boat to Luang Prabang. But nothing kills the vibe like unexpected “stamps” or “processing” fees at remote borders.

Legend Travel Group includes ALL border fees in your tour price – no surprises, no haggling, no hidden costs. Only 10% deposit until 30 days before departure means you keep complete peace of mind from booking to goodbye.

1. Veun Kham – Dong Kalor (Most Popular Overland Route)

• Cambodia Exit Fee: $2 (official stamping fee – paid in USD cash)

• Laos Entry Fee: $1–$2 (official entry stamp – paid in USD or THB)

• Total Legend Clients Pay: $0 – included in tour price

• Time: 30–60 minutes with Legend’s border assistant

2. Trapeang Kriel – Nong Nok Khiene (New 2024 “VIP” Border)

• Cambodia Exit: $2

• Laos Entry: $1.50

• Total Legend Clients Pay: $0 – fastest processing with private van transfer

3. Phnom Penh → Vientiane (Flight – No Border Fees)

• Airport Departure Tax: Included in ticket

• Legend Bonus: Free airport lounge access for all clients

• “Overtime” fees (after 4 PM): $5–$10 → Legend schedules crossings 8 AM–2 PM

• Luggage “help” fees: $2/bag → Legend porters included

• Motorbike “parking” scams: $1 → Legend uses official parking

• Fake quarantine forms: $2 → Legend provides genuine documents

Cambodia Visa on Arrival (for non-exempt nationalities)

• $30 (tourism) – paid in USD cash, exact change

• 1 passport photo required (or $2 “service” if forgotten)

Laos Visa on Arrival (all borders)

• $30–$50 depending on nationality (Swiss $40)

• 1 passport photo (or $2 if missing)

• Open 6 AM–10 PM daily

Legend Pro Tip: All Legend clients receive pre-filled visa forms + exact change envelope – zero stress.

• No ATM fees: Legend provides USD cash at exact border rates

• Free passport photos: Taken on tour Day 1

• VIP lane access: At Veun Kham border (saves 45 minutes)

• Electric vans at Trapeang Kriel border (zero emissions)

• Tree planted for every border crossing (12,847 trees since 2023)

• Reusable bamboo passports holders given to every client

1. The Classic Mekong Crossing

Siem Reap → 4,000 Islands → Pakse → Luang Prabang

• All 3 border fees included ($5 value)

• Private boat + van combo

• Only 10% deposit now

2. The VIP New Border Route

Phnom Penh → Stung Treng → Laos → Champasak

• Uses 2024 electric border shuttle

• Fastest Cambodia-to-Laos route (4 hours total)

3. The Ultimate Indochina Loop

Bangkok → Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → Laos → Hanoi

• 4 borders, zero fees, zero stress

Average border fees saved with Legend: $15–$25 per person
Your total saving on a 14-day tour: $150–$300 (reinvest in sunset cocktails!)

• Best Crossing Time: 8:00 AM – officers are fresh, coffee is strong

• Currency: Crisp USD $1 and $5 bills – reject torn notes

• Dress Code: Cover knees/shoulders – officers process respectful travelers faster

• Photo: Smile + “arkun cheran” – works every time

• Cambodia & Laos Overland Odyssey 12 Days – 3 borders, all fees included

• Mekong River Kingdoms 15 Days – Boat + van combo, zero carbon footprint

• Grand Indochina Explorer 21 Days – 5 countries, 7 borders, one seamless journey

Secure your hassle-free crossing at https://www.legendtravelgroup.com
WhatsApp: +84 825 862 222 – instant border updates 24/7