🇰🇭 How to Pay in Cambodia
Cambodia runs on US dollars alongside the Khmer Riel . small bills are king and many places don't make change for large notes. Tuk-tuks dominate short trips, and the Bakong Tourists app makes cashless payments seamless even at street stalls.
Payment & Finance Apps
Bakong Tourists
EssentialNational Bank of Cambodia's official tourist wallet. Load USD or KHR via Visa/Mastercard and pay via KHQR at 4.5 million merchants. No local bank account required.
Pro tip: Register and top up before arrival . verification requires a passport scan and selfie but only takes minutes.