Cambodia allows naturalisation through investment or donation. A nationality law change in late 2025 reshaped the route and raised the thresholds, so this page sets out the current position for Nigerian nationals.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
Nigerian nationals can be considered. There is no published bar specific to Nigeria. Cambodian citizenship by investment is discretionary and decided case by case, so meeting the financial threshold does not by itself guarantee a grant.
Applications are reviewed by the Ministry of Interior and other departments, with strict checks on the source of funds. Nigerian applicants should prepare thorough documentation of the origin and legality of their capital. Confirm the current requirements with the official authority.
Under the revised Nationality Law in force from 1 December 2025, the investment route requires placing a minimum of USD 1 million into approved sectors, while the donation route requires a contribution of about USD 3 million to the national budget through the Ministry of Economy and Finance.
These thresholds are substantially higher than the figures that applied before the change. The revised law also confirms that an applicant may keep their existing nationality, since Cambodia recognises dual citizenship.
Because the route is discretionary and the framework was recently revised, there is no fixed published timeline that can be relied upon. Each file is assessed individually by the Ministry of Interior and partner departments. Confirm current processing expectations with the official authority rather than relying on older estimates.
The qualifying investment or donation is the dominant cost. The investment route holds capital in approved sectors, while the donation route is a non recoverable payment to the national budget. Government processing charges and professional fees are separate and vary by case. We do not name or recommend firms. To compare vetted advisors, use Get Matched and ask for a written scope and fee first.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Investment route | USD 1 million | Into approved sectors, raised under the 2025 law |
| Donation route | USD 3 million | To the national budget through the Ministry of Economy and Finance |
| Dual citizenship | Permitted | Confirmed under the revised Nationality Law |
| Decision basis | Discretionary | Case by case review by the Ministry of Interior |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Ministry of Interior of the Kingdom of Cambodia publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes, in principle. There is no published bar specific to Nigeria, but the route is discretionary and decided case by case by the Ministry of Interior. Meeting the threshold does not guarantee a grant. Confirm the current rules with the official authority.
Under the law in force from 1 December 2025, the investment route requires a minimum of about USD 1 million in approved sectors and the donation route requires about USD 3 million to the national budget. These figures are higher than before. Confirm the current amounts with the Ministry of Interior.
The revised Nationality Law confirms that Cambodia permits dual citizenship, so an applicant may keep an existing nationality. Confirm how this applies to your situation with the official authority and with Nigerian rules on dual nationality.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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