Australia has advised their citizens to refrain from travelling to the border areas with Thailand in Preah Vihear, Oddar Meanchey and Banteay Meanchey provinces, describing security along the border as “unpredictable”.
Via its “Smart Traveller” website, the Australian government said they have reviewed their advice for Cambodia and have lowered their advisory warning level for some areas.
“We now advise reconsider your need to travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Cambodia-Thailand border in the provinces of Battambang, Pailin, Pursat and Koh Kong due to recent armed conflict.
“We continue to advise do not travel to areas within 50 kilometres of the Cambodia-Thailand border in the provinces of Banteay Meanchey, Oddar Meanchey and Preah Vihear, due to recent armed conflict between Thai and Cambodian forces, which included military strikes and violence, and the presence of landmines,” it said.
They urged travellers to follow the advice of local authorities, monitor local media for updates and pay close attention to their personal security.
“A ceasefire has been agreed between Cambodia and Thailand but the security situation along the Cambodia-Thailand border remains unpredictable. Land border crossing points along the Cambodia-Thailand border remain closed,” it added.
Since the July 28 ceasefire, no major armed conflict has been reported, although other military actions have been carried out, prominently the laying of razor wire by Thai forces in several locations.
Siem Reap province’s Angkor Wat Temple was recently named the number one attraction in Asia in Tripadvisor’s prestigious Travelers’ Choice Awards Best of the Best 2025, reaffirming its place as one of the world’s most cherished wonders.
The Ministry of Tourism has reiterated that Cambodia is safe and welcomes all visitors, with the exception of certain border regions.
