Final Reminder: Foreign Work Permit Compliance Deadline

March 25, 2026

We would like to once again draw your attention to Notification No. 038/25 dated December 22, 2025 issued by the Ministry of Labor and Vocational Training, which outlines the requirements for obtaining and renewing foreign work permits for the 2026 calendar year.

The deadline for renewal—March 31, 2026—is fast approaching. Those who have yet to process their work permit renewal should do so now to ensure timely compliance and avoid potential fines or other penalties as specified under the Cambodian labor law.

Key information is provided below.

Work permit application processing

In alignment with the government’s digital transformation initiatives, all applications must be processed through the Foreign Workers Central Management System at www.fwcms.mlvt.gov.kh.

Renewal of existing work permits

Foreign nationals currently holding a valid 2025 work permit are required to apply for a renewal (extension). The renewal process is currently open and will close on March 31, 2026.

New work permit applications

Foreign nationals who have recently entered Cambodia for employment or to engage in a self-employed occupation must apply for their initial work permit within 90 days of their arrival date.

Additional compliance requirements

We would also like to highlight that, pursuant to Instruction No. 110/23 dated December 28, 2023, the following individuals are also required to obtain a work permit, regardless of their physical presence in Cambodia:

• Foreign national employers if their name appears on a patent tax certificate
• Foreign national employees if their name appears on a patent tax certificate or who is a self-employed person

If you have questions or would like assistance with the above, please do not hesitate to contact us.