Living in Ireland while working in Cambodia

Can I work remotely for a company in Cambodia while being in Ireland?

It is usually doable, but we recommand to check the following key points first:

  1. The company you work for must be a registered company in Cambodia.
  2. You need to have a valid visa.
  3. You need to work for at least 6 months in Cambodia.

For more information on this topic, check our page on working in Cambodia.

What is the difference between working in Cambodia and working in Vietnam?
In Vietnam, you can work for a company which is registered in Vietnam.
In Cambodia, you can work for a company which is registered in Cambodia.
When you work in Cambodia, you need to have a valid visa, which can be obtained online or at the airport upon arrival.
When you work in Vietnam, you need to have a visa, which you can obtain at the airport upon arrival.
When you work in Cambodia, you need to be paid a salary in cash.
When you work in Vietnam, you need to be paid in cash, but can also be paid in local currency.

How to live in Ireland and find remote work in Cambodia?

Finding remote work in Cambodia if you are located in Ireland might be difficult, therefore we recommend you to apply for a visa to Cambodia first.

Cambodia is a beautiful country with friendly people, beautiful beaches, and great opportunities for work.
Cambodia is a developing country with a population of around 14 million people.
Cambodia has a growing economy, with a GDP per capita of $1,200, which is the highest in Southeast Asia.
Cambodia has a very low unemployment rate, at 1.5%.
Cambodia is a member of the World Trade Organization and the World Bank.
Cambodia is one of the few countries in the world that has a visa-free travel policy with the United States.
Cambodia is a safe and friendly country, with a low crime rate.
Cambodia is a country with a growing tourism industry, and has been ranked the best country in the world to visit by the Lonely Planet.
Cambodia has a good education system, with a literacy rate of 94.5%.
Cambodia is a country that is well-known for its ancient temples and ruins.
Cambodia is a country with a lot of opportunities for work, including tourism, education, and healthcare.

How a company in Cambodia can send my salary in Ireland?

When working remotely for a corporation in Cambodia, you salary can be send to Ireland but the cost is astronomical.
How do you pay for the fees?

I am currently working as a remote employee for a company in Cambodia. My employer has offered me a very generous salary, but I am not able to take it because the cost of living in Ireland is too high.

How do I get my salary sent to Ireland?
A company in Cambodia will send your salary to an Irish bank account. You will then need to pay the fees to transfer the money to your Irish bank account.

How much do I need to pay?
The cost of sending money from Cambodia to Ireland is approximately €100.
The company in Cambodia will send your salary to an Irish bank account.

Where to pay my taxes when working remotely in Ireland for a company in Cambodia?

If you are working remotely in Ireland for a corporation established in Cambodia, taxes could seem complicated but in fact they are not.

When you are working remotely in Ireland for a company established in Cambodia, you are working for a company that is registered in Ireland and that is subject to Irish tax laws.
However, you are also working for a company that is established in Cambodia and that is subject to Cambodian tax laws.
If you are working remotely in Ireland for a company in Cambodia, you are working for two companies.
When you are working remotely in Ireland for a company in Cambodia, you are working for two companies.
One of them is registered in Ireland and the other one is registered in Cambodia.
The two companies are different companies but they have the same purpose.
They are both registered in Ireland and Cambodia for tax purposes.