Cambodia runs on US dollars, setup costs are comparatively low, and the long-stay visa extension system has historically been among the most accessible in the region.
For foreigners seriously weighing a long-term base in Southeast Asia, it's worth understanding what that accessibility means on the ground — and where practical limits still apply.
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Budget
~$700 to $1,000
Local-area apartment, market shopping and street food, tuk-tuk and motorbike transport
Comfortable
~$1,100 to $1,600
BKK1 or Riverside apartment, mixed dining, occasional Western restaurants, private clinic access
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Retirement path
Spouse / family path
Investor path
Work path
Stable stay horizon
Often managed in 6- or 12-month extension cycles, commonly renewable
Sponsor need
Depends on the extension basis and supporting documents; flexible does not mean document-free
Monthly budget (modest)
USD 850 - 1,500
Private health insurance
Strongly advised
Healthcare reality
Adequate for basic private care; serious cases often go to Bangkok or HCMC
Property access
Condo ownership may be possible in some cases; direct land ownership is not the practical route for most foreigners
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