Cambodia has one of the easiest long-stay visas in the world, USD circulates alongside the riel, and Phnom Penh and Siem Reap have established expat communities.
Single-adult planning estimates in USD: lean $1000, comfortable $1600, premium $2700. Costs vary by city and circumstances. Obtain current rental and insurance quotes.
ER (Retirement) visa age 55+: renewable annually with simple paperwork and no income minimum on most agent paths.
Limited locally. Most expats use international hospitals in Phnom Penh for routine care and Bangkok for serious care.
No VA hospitals in Cambodia. Foreign Medical Program reimburses service-connected care. Royal Phnom Penh Hospital is the best private option; serious cases route to Bumrungrad in Bangkok (1-hour flight).
Low violent crime against expats. Petty theft in tourist areas. Traffic and motorbike risk significant. Tropical, very inexpensive, growing expat scene. USD economy eliminates currency risk.
Veterans wanting the world's easiest long-term visa with a USD economy.