Apply for FEQ 2026: Cambodia Foreign Employee Quota

Apply for FEQ 2026 - Cambodia Foreign Employee Quota

​Ensure full legal compliance and avoid costly fines by applying for Cambodia's 2026 Foreign Employee Quota (FEQ) on time. Any business intending to employ foreign nationals in Cambodia for 2026 must submit an annual quota application through the official Ministry of Labour and Vocational Training portals.

​⚠️ Critical Deadline: November 30, 2025
The government quota application window is open from September 1 through November 30, 2025. Submissions after the deadline risk heavy penalties and interruption to business operations.

Risks of Non-Compliance
​Financial Penalties: Companies face administrative fines of KHR 12.2 million to 18 million (about USD 3,050–4,500) for late or missed applications, calculated under Article 369 and MLVT Prakas No. 326. For serious breaches, criminal fines may reach KHR 50.4 million (~USD 12,600) per employee as per Joint Prakas No. 498.
Work Permit Restrictions: Without quota approval, businesses cannot apply for work permits or employment cards for foreign employees, resulting in a complete halt to legal employment.
Business Disruption: Lack of compliance can prevent foreign staff from working legally, disrupt essential operations, and lead to increased government inspections.

How to Stay Compliant
Essential Steps

• Start preparations early
• Gather all required company and employee documentation
• Register and verify access to government systems (FWCMS, LACMS)
• Review the 10% foreign-to-local employee quota rule and apply for exemptions if needed
• Submit your application well before November 30th; allow for government processing time
• Track your application and respond swiftly to official queries
• Retain all records for future audits and renewals

Common Compliance Pitfalls

• Missing the November 30 submission deadline
• Providing incomplete or inaccurate paperwork
• Failing to link required management systems
• Not applying for extra quota where needed
• Overlooking renewal of permits once quota is approved

Don't Risk Your Business
Navigating Cambodia's FEQ regulations involves precise documentation, system integration, and calculation of quota entitlements. Errors can result in fines, delays, or even criminal liability.
Why Choose Making It Easy?Making It Easy's compliance specialists provide end-to-end FEQ 2026 support:

• Workforce readiness assessments
• Documentation verification
• Government portal submissions
• Quota optimization for above-standard needs
• Application tracking and government liaison
• Stress-free, guaranteed compliance

Contact us today for 2026 FEQ consultation.
Early applications are strongly recommended to streamline approvals and avoid last-minute disruptions.

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Email: [email protected]
Address: 3rd Floor, The Point Community Mall, Mao Tse Tung Blvd (245), Phnom Penh, Cambodia
www.makingiteasycambodia.com
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