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[Bornlucky]

Hi,

If I remember correctly this is my first post, I have read all the previous posts but I have been unable to find the information I am looking for. I apologise if I am re-posting something that has already been answered.

Long story short.... I have been teaching in China for the past 3 years, I have a 120hr TEFL certification, however I do not have a BA. Would I legally meet the visa requirements to get a TEFL job in Cambodia?

I have been doing a lot of research and applied for many jobs over the past month as my current contract is coming to an end. I am really looking for a new challenge somewhere in Asia, preferably with nice weather. I understand Korea, Japan, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, The Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and Vietnam all require BAs to legally get the working Visa (as I applied to each of these countries haha) but I have not been able to find any information on Cambodia.

Thank you for taking time to read this, any information would be greatly appreciated.

[sigmoid]

Cambodia is, as far as I know, still fairly unregulated. You should be able to get a business visa on arrival by paying a bit more. That visa can be renewed in-country at a travel agent for various lengths of time up to one year, I think. The tourist visa, if I remember correctly, has some limitations in terms of extension.

I believe that there still no work permit system in place.

Hopefully someone can confirm this or you can find more conclusive info on the net. I am sure it is out there. Also, I will try to confirm with some people I know who are still there.

[Bornlucky]

Thanks for your help Sigmoid

originally I planned to go to Thailand, Hong Kong or Taiwan. I applied to several schools but was told I would be unable to obtain a visa without a BA. After that I started looking for information on the net regarding the other countries Asia and finding out slowly that they all require BAs too...

I have just recently considered Cambodia as an option, last night to be exact!! haha. Thank you for your quick reply. I will try to find more information over the coming week but you have given me some hope to get the ball rolling =D

I am actually in advanced contract negotiations with my current school.. they are keen to keep me but the their offer and my expectations aren't meeting so far.. if it all comes to ahead in a weeks time with no suitable conclusion, I have the option of booking a flight to Cambodia ;p

On that note I will have a look for some schools when I have a some free time. Are you able to recommend any schools that you have worked for in the past? I would much prefer to work for a private school than a public school as I have more experience in this area.

[sigmoid]

[PattyFlipper]

The 'business visa' is now known as an ordinary visa, though the procedure and effect are the same. Obtain on arrival upon payment of USD $25 - valid for one month. Extend in-country before expiry for 3, 6 or 12 months. No documentation required except those bearing the portraits of dead American presidents.

The better places to work will almost certainly require a degree, though it is not legally-required and you should be able to pick up work without one. I agree with sigmoid that China is probably a better place to teach, though Cambodia is an infinitely more congenial place in which to live, in my opinion.

[GreatApe]

*Bump*

I'm wondering about any visa updates or changes from 2012 to 2013 ... any NEW news on updates and changes?

--GA

[lemak]

[GreatApe]

@ lemak

Yeah, you're probably right. I've been "poking around" a little bit at 440 and a few other sites ... I can't see where things have drastically changed in the last year.

Thanks for the feedback, lemak!

--GA

[lemak]

[princesss]

In most places you will only get $10 an hour and you might have to pay all sorts of extra deductions for books and materials. don't go to cambodia expecting to make much money