
Shipping Heavy Equipment to Cambodia
Cambodia's construction boom and developing economy drive equipment demand. The Port of Sihanoukville serves as the main gateway, with river transport to Phnom Penh.
Main Ports
- Port of Sihanoukville
- Phnom Penh Autonomous Port
Shipping Methods
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- Flat Rack Container
- Breakbulk
Key Regulations
- General Department of Customs
- Import License
- Special Economic Zone Provisions
Common Cargo
- Construction Machinery
- Agricultural Equipment
- Manufacturing Equipment
Main Ports in Cambodia
Port of Sihanoukville
Major Seaport
Phnom Penh Autonomous Port
River Port
Shipping Routes & Transit Times to Cambodia
| From (US Port) | To | Service | Est. Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles / Long Beach | Port of Sihanoukville | Container / RoRo | 22–32 days |
Transit times are indicative port-to-port estimates and vary by carrier, season, and sailing schedule.
U.S. Departure Ports for Shipping to Cambodia
We ship to Cambodia (Port of Sihanoukville) from every major U.S. port. Typical ocean transit is 22-32 days.
Gulf Coast
East Coast
Import Duty, VAT & Taxes for Cambodia
Cambodia applies an import duty plus a special tax and 10% VAT on vehicles, with taxes scaling by engine size and value. Left-hand-drive market.
- Import Duty
- Customs duty by HS code
- VAT / Sales Tax
- 10%
- Other Taxes & Fees
- Special tax (engine/value-based); registration charges
Source: General Department of Customs and Excise (Cambodia) · Last verified: June 2026
Import Regulations & Requirements
General Department of Customs
Cambodia Customs with improving electronic processing systems.
Import License
Commercial imports require business registration and licensing.
Special Economic Zone Provisions
SEZ imports may benefit from simplified procedures.
Required Documentation
Customs & Clearance Notes for Cambodia
- Sihanoukville is the deep-sea gateway; Phnom Penh handles river/inland cargo.
- Confirm the special-tax band (engine/value-based) before shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
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