Cambodia (KH)
Affordable Southeast Asian base with easy daily life, a large Phnom Penh and Siem Reap expat scene, strong NGO/tourism/education networks, fast digital payments, and visa rules that are flexible but increasingly document-driven.
Capital: Phnom Penh
Region: Asia
Language: Khmer
Currency: KHR (KHR)
Cost of living: Very affordable (index 35)
Emergency: 119
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Emergency Numbers
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General Emergency
119
Police
117
Fire Brigade
118
Ambulance
119
Poison Control
Calmette Hospital Poison Control, Phnom Penh: +855 11 426 948 / +855 11 414 051 (24 hours); otherwise call 119 or go to the nearest major hospital emergency department
Mental Health
Call 119 for immediate danger; use private hospital emergency or TPO Cambodia for non-emergency referrals.
Domestic Violence
Call police 117/119 in immediate danger; contact local NGOs or Ministry of Women’s Affairs-linked services for support.
Child Protection
Child Helpline Cambodia 1280
Road Assistance
Insurance roadside assistance, rental company, or local tow services
How to call emergency services in Cambodia
Give the city, district/khan, commune/sangkat, street number, nearest landmark, and Google Maps pin. Many addresses are landmark-driven.