NovLiving and relocating in Phnom Penh
Practical material for anyone considering a move or a long stay in Phnom Penh. We work out a realistic budget for one person and for a family, break down long-stay visas, work and remote work, housing, food and the first trip — with concrete figures and sources, and no marketing promises.
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How Phnom Penh's three AEON malls differ, where to go for shopping, food and entertainment, and which other malls are convenient in different parts of the city.
Clinics and doctorsDentistry in Phnom Penh for Foreign Patients
How to choose a dentist in Phnom Penh, compare treatment plans and prices, check qualifications and insurance, and respond to urgent dental pain.
Clinics and doctorsPregnancy and Giving Birth in Phnom Penh for Foreign Residents
How to choose an obstetrician and maternity hospital in Phnom Penh, check insurance, plan for complications and arrange a newborn's documents after birth.
What to WearWhat to Wear in Cambodia: Clothing for Heat, Rain and Local Etiquette
How to dress in Cambodia: breathable fabrics and practical footwear for humid heat, rainy-season essentials, air-conditioned spaces, temples and everyday city life.
Time zones and remote workHow Cambodia's Time Zone Affects Remote Work with Europe and Russia
A practical guide to the time difference between Cambodia, Moscow, London and European time zones, with meeting windows and sustainable schedules for remote work.
Allergies and DietsEating in Cambodia with Food Allergies or a Special Diet
How to manage food allergies, coeliac disease, vegan diets and other restrictions in Cambodia, including hidden ingredients, restaurants, labels and emergency planning.
Emergency document folderHow to Prepare an Emergency Document Folder for Life in Cambodia
A practical system for organising documents, contacts, medical details and backup access in case of a lost passport or phone, hospital admission or urgent evacuation in Cambodia.
Three to Six MonthsSpending 3–6 Months in Cambodia: A Practical Guide
How to choose a city, visa route, home and realistic budget for a three- to six-month stay in Cambodia, with practical guidance on climate, healthcare, internet and daily life.
First-Year MistakesCommon Mistakes During Your First Year in Cambodia
The decisions that most often make a first year in Cambodia harder: housing, budgeting, visas, transport, healthcare, payments and adapting to daily life.
Moving as a CoupleMoving to Cambodia as a Couple: Housing, Work and Adjustment
How couples can prepare for a move to Cambodia, choose suitable housing, organise money and household responsibilities, plan employment and adapt at different speeds.
Chronic health conditionsMoving to Cambodia with a Chronic Health Condition
How to assess doctors, medication, tests, insurance and emergency care before moving to Cambodia without interrupting treatment for a chronic condition.
Living: daily lifeHow to Set Up a Home Kitchen in Phnom Penh
How to choose appliances, organise drinking water, storage and work space in a Phnom Penh kitchen without filling the apartment with unnecessary equipment.