Background
On February 6, 2026, following the recommendations of senior government officials including the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior and the Director General of Immigration, the General Department of Immigration undertook an enforcement operation targeting foreign nationals violating Cambodia’s immigration laws.
Scope of Application
The operation involved a total of 629 foreign nationals (including 62 women) from 12 different countries: the Philippines, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, China, Bangladesh, Malaysia, Myanmar, Ghana, the United States, and Malaysia. These individuals were found to have illegally crossed borders, resided, or worked unlawfully within Cambodia.
Key Provisions or Decisions
The General Department of Immigration directed investigations and procedural enforcement leading to the expulsion of the identified foreign nationals. The expulsions were executed via international airport police checkpoints, specifically at Phnom Penh International Airport (Techo) and Angkor International Airport.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
This enforcement action underscores the importance for foreign nationals and businesses operating in Cambodia to comply strictly with immigration and labor regulations. Entities employing foreign workers must ensure legal documentation and work permits are in order to avoid sanctions or association with illegal employment practices.
Official Source
For further details, visit the official Facebook post of the General Department of Immigration: source.
