🇰🇭 Cambodia Guide
How to Receive Money from the USA to Cambodia
Tell your family in the USA what to use. Cambodia accepts USD directly — no currency conversion needed for most transfers.
Best Transfer Services
Remitly
MinutesFee: Low (~$2–4)
Delivery: Bank deposit or Wing Money pickup
Best overall — fast, low fees
Western Union
MinutesFee: Moderate ($5–10)
Delivery: Cash pickup at WU agents in Phnom Penh
Best if you need cash immediately
Wise
1–2 daysFee: Very low (0.5–1%)
Delivery: Bank transfer to ABA or ACLEDA
Best for larger amounts
Wing Money
MinutesFee: Low
Delivery: Wing agents across Cambodia, app pickup
Best for rural areas and agents
Opening a Bank Account
The best banks in Cambodia for receiving international transfers:
- • ABA Bank: Best app, widespread ATMs, accepts international transfers — bring passport/ID
- • ACLEDA Bank: Largest domestic bank, reliable, easy account opening
- • Canadia Bank: Good for USD savings accounts
What to Tell Your Family
Share these with your family in the USA before they send:
- • Your full name as it appears on your ID
- • Your ABA or ACLEDA bank account number (for bank transfer)
- • Your Wing Money number (phone number) for Wing transfers
- • The city where you want cash pickup (for Western Union)
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