MOVING TO SIEM REAP?

Everything you need to know about living in Siem Reap

The most popular place for expats to live

Siem Reap is not only visited by more than 3 million tourist a year, it’s also one of the most popular places among expats. It’s no secret that out of the four biggest cities in Cambodia, Siem Reap is the safest places to live in. If you are planning a long stay in Cambodia, Siem Reap is definitly your best option. 

Finding the right accommodation

A room for $50 or a fancy appartment for $300… whatever  your budget is, Siem Reap offers all types of accommodations that fit your budget and personal needs.  There are a number of resources where you can start your search for your new accommodation.

Getting around Siem Reap

If you’re planning to stay long term in Siem Reap, you’ll better get a Cambodian licence for a motorbike. It’s the best way to get around Siem Reap and getting a licence will not be as complicated as you may think.

Online resources

There are hundreds of websites where you can find information about living in Siem Reap. There are also a number of Facebook groups where you can find locals and expats, ask them for recommendations or advice. 

Getting around Siem Reap

If you’re planning to stay long term in Siem Reap, you’ll better get a Cambodian licence for a motorbike. It’s the best way to get around Siem Reap and getting a licence will not be as complicated as you may think.

Things to avoid

Just like in any other city in the world there are a number of things you shouldn’t be doing whn living in Siem Reap. These things are mostly related to the cultural bounderies of Cambodia.

Find a school for your children

The way up to the mountain is a one way road and you can only use it to go up until 11 AM. Don’t be late!

Volunteer projects in Siem Reap

The way up to the mountain is a one way road and you can only use it to go up until 11 AM. Don’t be late!

Places you MUST know

If there is any place where you should really consider the way you ar dressed, it’s Mount Kulen. There are more locals than tourists here, and especially ladies wearing bikini’s or sexy outfits will definitely stand out and frowned upon.

Learning Khmer

If there is any place where you should really consider the way you ar dressed, it’s Mount Kulen. There are more locals than tourists here, and especially ladies wearing bikini’s or sexy outfits will definitely stand out and frowned upon.

Finding a job in Siem Reap

If there is any place where you should really consider the way you ar dressed, it’s Mount Kulen. There are more locals than tourists here, and especially ladies wearing bikini’s or sexy outfits will definitely stand out and frowned upon.

Is Siem Reap a safe place to live?

Absolutely! 

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