From: 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM (Charlie Smith)
Newsgroups: rec.travel
Subject: *NEW* TRAVEL INFORMATION -- Cambodia
Date: 16 Nov 1992 14:24:28 -0600
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STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Cambodia
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Cambodia - Consular Information Sheet
 November 13, 1992

Embassy Location:  The U.S. Mission in Phnom Penh is located at 27 
EO Street 240, Phnom Penh, Cambodia.  The telephone number is (855) 
23-26436 or (855) 23-26438.  As of October 1992, the Mission is able 
to perform emergency services for U.S. citizens.  However, due to 
reduced staff and unsettled conditions in the country, non-emergency 
services are limited.

Country Description:  Cambodia has experienced a long period of war 
and unrest.  Four factions contending for power recently signed a 
settlement agreement, including a comprehensive cease-fire, and 
agreed to participate in a Supreme National Council (which is not a 
government but does represent Cambodia externally).  No single 
faction controls the entire country and many areas of the country 
remain divided.

Entry Requirements:  Visa information must be obtained from a 
Cambodian Consulate or Embassy in a country that maintains 
diplomatic relations with Cambodia.  There is no Cambodian Consulate 
in the United States. 

Areas of Instability:  Sporadic military activity and widespread 
banditry continue to exist outside the capital of Phnom Penh.  Many 
areas are considered unsafe and travel to these areas may be 
restricted.

Medical Facilities:  Medical facilities are not widely available.  
Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health 
services.  U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the 
United States.  Supplemental medical insurance with specific 
overseas coverage has proved helpful in some instances.  Questions 
on health matters can be directed to the Centers for Disease 
Control's international travelers hotline, at (404) 332-4559.

Information on Crime:  Major crime is not a problem for travelers, 
although there are numerous incidents of petty crimes such as 
pickpocketing.  Useful information on guarding valuables and 
protecting personal security while traveling abroad is provided in 
the Department of State pamphlet, "A Safe Trip Abroad".  It is 
available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government 
Printing Office, Washington D.C. 20402.

Drug Penalties:  Penalties for possession, use and trafficking in 
illegal drugs are strict and convicted offenders can expect lengthy 
jail sentences and fines.

Lifting of the Trade Embargo:  The U.S. trade embargo against 
Cambodia was lifted on January 3, 1992 in conjunction with the 
implementation of the Comprehensive Political Settlement of the 
Cambodia conflict.  This removes all mandatory restrictions on 
exports, imports, financial transactions (other than the continued 
freeze on blocked accounts), telecommunications, and travel 
occurring after January 1992.  The lifting of the embargo permits 
U.S. travel agents to book travel to Cambodia.  Exporters are still 
required to apply to the Department of Commerce for authorization to 
export certain high technology products which can be diverted for 
military use.

Blocked Assets:  Assets of the Government of Cambodia and those of 
Cambodian nationals within U.S. jurisdiction, blocked as of January 
2, 1992, remain blocked.  For further information, travelers can 
contact the Blocked Assets Division (tel, (202) 622-2440), Office of 
Foreign Assets Control, Department of Treasury, Washington, D.C. 
20220.

Adoptions:  The state of Cambodia has banned, with few exceptions, 
the adoption of Cambodian orphans by foreign citizens.

Dual Nationality:  U.S. citizens who were born in Cambodia, or who 
were at one time citizens of Cambodia and the children of such 
persons, may, under Cambodian laws, be considered dual nationals, 
and may therefore be subject to laws pertaining to Cambodian 
citizens.  These laws may impose special obligations upon Cambodian 
nationals, e.g. military service, taxes, etc.  Specific questions on 
dual nationality can be directed to a Cambodian Embassy or 
Consulate, or to the Office of Citizens Consular Services, 
Department of State, Washington, D.C. 20520.

Registration:  Americans who register at the U.S. Mission can 
obtain updated information on travel and security within the country.

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