Nomad Capitalist Audio Experience My New Passport: Why I Chose Cambodia
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Nov 14, 2025 Andrew shares his exciting journey to obtaining Cambodian citizenship and the reasons behind his choice. He explains the unique hybrid process of gaining a passport and contrasts the donation and investment paths. Listeners learn about the benefits of Cambodian citizenship, including its relaxed due diligence, inheritance rights, and potential for increased visa-free travel. He also emphasizes Cambodia's strategic position in ASEAN and discusses the advantages of building a diverse passport portfolio. His personal experience highlights the importance of proper documentation in international ventures.
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Follow The Donation Route For Speed
- Donate about 1 billion Cambodian riel (~$250k) to qualify for citizenship by exception.
- Expect 6–12 months and 2–3 visits to complete due diligence and collect your passport and ID.
Skip The Business Route Unless You’ll Operate It
- Avoid the business-investment path unless you plan to actually start and run a certified local enterprise.
- If you won't run payroll, hiring, exports and taxes, the donation is simpler and more practical.
Royal Exception, Not A Commoditized Program
- Cambodia uses a legal royal-exception process rather than a commoditized citizenship-by-investment statute.
- A person or palace can grant citizenship under law, which creates flexible fast-track opportunities.