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- The number of digital nomad positions in Cambodia rises in 2025 as tourism expansion and technological advancement support this growth.
- Phnom Penh and Siem Reap began offering remote positions starting January 2025 which remain available today.
- A British programmer’s job in Siem Reap illustrates Cambodia’s attraction as a digital nomad hotspot.
Introduction to Cambodia Digital Nomad Jobs 2025
Cambodia prepares to welcome digital nomads in 2025 by combining its iconic Angkor Wat charm with an emerging tech industry.
Positions in remote work settings for coding and marketing along with eco-tourism assistance are thriving since January 15, 2025 without any defined closing date. Nomads earn $1,000-$2,500 monthly which represents significant income within the $30 billion Cambodian economy where a villa rental costs $500.
A British worker in Siem Reap demonstrates the authenticity of the digital nomad job market. This post explores the digital nomad boom in Cambodia and covers its popularity, how to secure remote work, and the experience of living as a Khmer nomad.
Exploring the Reasons Behind Cambodia’s 2025 Digital Nomad Job Surge
Tourism-Tech Fusion
In 2025 Cambodia‘s tourism industry generates $5 billion and attracts 7 million travelers while creating remote job opportunities.
According to government statistics a Phnom Penh tech fund worth $20 million will spark startups focusing on applications like tuk-tuk booking services and reef tour platforms by 2025.
The combination of affordable housing and high-speed internet that costs only $20/month attracts 10,000 digital nomads each year. It’s Angkor meets Zoom.
Hot Remote Roles
Web developers earn $1,500-$2,500 per month as the top professionals in tech working for tourism giants. Content creators ($1,000-$1,800) push eco-lodges online. Virtual assistants ($1,200-$1,600) manage bookings—English is enough.
According to Cambodia Jobs Online 30% of 2,000 available positions require international workers while local employees move towards factory work.
Inside Cambodia’s 2025 Digital Nomad Jobs
Key Employers and Gigs
AngkorHub employs 50 developers with ongoing app development started at angkorhub.com since January 15, 2025. Khmer Ways an eco-tourism company seeks 30 marketing professionals for their team apply at their website khmerways.com until August 2025.
Upwork’s freelance marketplace offers over 100 virtual assistant positions every month without any termination date. Gigs run 3-12 months, remote or hybrid. It’s a nomad buffet—dig in.
Real Story: From London to Siem Reap
Meet Tom Ellis, a 34-year-old Londoner. In 2024 Tom Ellis secured a programming position with AngkorHub to build a temple tour application. The beginning of June marked his new work arrangement at $2,000 a month which he announced on X under his handle @TomNomad.
Tom Ellis works by the riverside in Siem Reap where he uses his laptop to code on days that reach 35°C while enjoying $1 beers. “Cambodia’s raw magic,” he DM’d me. Tom’s 2025 renewal shows nomad life sticks.
A step-by-step guide to securing a digital nomad position in Cambodia
Application and Visa Process
Job seekers should visit cambodiajobsonline.com and the AngkorHub site for application details since AngkorHub needs applicant CVs and portfolios and accepts submissions at any time. The application deadline for submitting your resume and sample work to Khmer Ways is August 31, 2025.
You need no special work visa to take remote jobs since the Business Visa ($35/month with unlimited renewals available from immigration.gov.kh) allows remote work. Flexible start dates available beginning with applications submitted by May for summer employment opportunities.
Tips to Score a Role
Show skills—Tom’s GitHub sealed it. Pitch tourism—tie coding to Angkor; it sings. Khmer basics (hello, thanks) charm—Duolingo’s free. Hit Upwork early—June beats December’s flood. Email HR—AngkorHub’s quick (+855 23-998-888). Hustle and fit win here.
Working as a Nomad in Cambodia
In Siem Reap nomads enjoy comfort with bungalows for $300 a month and noodles for just $1. Phnom Penh’s pricier—$500—urban buzz. Tom’s earnings of $2,000 result in $1,500 after expenses with $500 available for savings or spending.
Wi-Fi’s solid; heat’s 35°C—monsoon soaks June-October. Locals smile; expats mingle—Pub Street’s your hub. It’s cheap, chaotic, and nomad heaven.
Conclusion
Remote work opportunities for digital nomads in Cambodia during 2025 will offer monthly salaries from $1,000 to $2,500 along with continuous good vibes. Tom’s coding tale proves it—work and wander. Start by visiting angkorhub.com to present your abilities and learn about Cambodia Tourism statistics for additional details. Cambodia’s raw—dive in.
FAQs
When can I apply?
January 15, 2025, onward—no hard end.
What’s the pay?
$1,000-$2,500/month—lush for Cambodia.
Visa needed?
$35/month Business Visa—simple, flexible.
