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U.S. Warns Americans Against Cambodia Travel Risks
U.S. State Department issues Level 2 travel advisory for Cambodia due to crime and border unrest.
In brief
U.S. State Department issues Level 2 travel advisory for Cambodia due to crime and border unrest. Americans traveling to Cambodia face increased robbery risks and should avoid physical resistance during robberies. Originally reported by New York Post.
U.S. State Department advisory
The U.S. State Department issued a Level 2 'Exercise Increased Caution' advisory for Cambodia on Sept. 15, citing crime, unrest and unexploded ordnance.
High-risk areas
Battambang, Banteay Meanchey, Pursat, Siem Reap, Pailin, Preah Vihear and Kampong Thom provinces carry Level 4 warnings due to unexploded ordnance.
Border travel warning
Americans are advised not to travel to areas along the Cambodian-Thai border due to unrest.
Phnom Penh caution
Travelers should exercise increased caution in Phnom Penh due to crime.
Robbery advice
Do not physically resist any robbery attempt when traveling in Cambodia.
“Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.”
Drug laws warning
Cambodia has a zero-tolerance policy for drug offenses, with possession of small quantities leading to arrest and detention.
What matters most
Americans traveling to Cambodia face increased robbery risks and should avoid physical resistance during robberies.
