Beat the clock: Essential 2026 Cambodia compliance deadlines to avoid penalties

As the year 2026 commences, establishing a fully compliant business foundation is of paramount importance. The beginning of the year mandates critical regulatory and tax obligations in Cambodia, and the proactive management of these deadlines is essential to prevent significant penalties and foster sustained corporate expansion.

Essential 2026 Compliance Deadlines

ComplianceDescriptionMinistry/RegulatorDeadlinePenalty
2025 Tax on Income (TOI)Annual tax return based on net taxable profits (generally 20% for medium/large taxpayers).General Department of Taxation (GDT)31 March 2026from KHR 5 million to 10 million (approx. US$1,250 to US$2,500)
2026 Patent Tax RenewalMandatory annual business registration fee for each type of activity.General Department of Taxation (GDT)31 March 202610% of renewal fee + 1.5% interest rate per month imposed by General Department of Taxation
2025 Financial StatementsSubmission of annual financial reports via the e-filing portal.Accounting and Auditing Regulator (ACAR)20 April 2026 (Unaudited); 15 July 2026 (Audited)KHR 2,000,000 (approx. US$500) 
Annual Declaration (ADCE)Compulsory update of corporate information via the CamDX system.Ministry of Commerce (MOC)Within 90 days of the 12th month after incorporationKHR 2,000,000 (approx. US$500) per year
Annual Foreign Work PermitsFormal renewal of work permits for all foreign employees.Ministry of Labour & Vocational Training (MLVT)31 March 2026Up to KHR 12.6M (~US$3,150) per foreign employee

Contact BizMaker today to ensure your business meets every legal requirement for the year ahead.