We train, place and support international teachers moving to Cambodia: from your TEFL certificate to your visa, your school interview and your first week in the country.
Moving abroad to teach is exciting, and the paperwork, the schools and the first weeks can feel like a lot. Gateway Cambodia is based in Phnom Penh and guides you through every stage with one team and one plan.
Clear prices, clear terms and no promises we cannot keep. Placement depends on a successful school interview.
A tailored résumé, mock interviews and airport pickup. We prepare you and meet you when you land.
Support does not stop on arrival. We are available for as long as you need us.
“Moving abroad doesn’t change who you are. It shows you who you can become.”
Tristan Alister Pillay · Founder, Gateway CambodiaAlready qualified? Start with placement. Need a certificate? Take the TEFL. Want the full journey? Combine both.
Tell us where you are today. We help you pick the right option.
We review your application and send a clear document checklist.
Complete your 120-hour TEFL at your own pace, usually in about a week.
We create your tailored résumé and run mock interviews. You then interview with a partner school. Placement is not guaranteed and depends on the interview.
We advise on routes and visa steps. Your first $500 placement instalment is due once your visa and flights are booked.
Airport pickup, accommodation assistance and work permit support. Your final $600 is due on arrival.
Cambodia combines steady demand for English teachers, flexible entry requirements and a low cost of living that lets your salary go a long way.
The capital and the largest job market, with the widest choice of schools and the strongest salaries.
Home of Angkor Wat. A relaxed, tourism-driven city with language schools and a friendly international community.
A calmer provincial city with a lower cost of living and a growing number of language schools.
To teach legally in Cambodia you need the right visa and a work permit. Government fees are paid by you and are approximate.
Government fees are separate from Gateway Cambodia’s fees. Rules, fees and processing times are set by the Cambodian authorities and can change without notice.
Estimates in US dollars. Flights depend on your country of departure, so they are not included in the totals.
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flights (depending on country of departure) | Varies |
| Visa, 12 months (recommended) | ≈ $300 |
| Work permit | ≈ $300 |
| Accommodation deposit | $250–$300 |
| Studio apartment, per month (recommended) | $250–$300 |
| Utilities, per month (depending on usage) | $70–$100 |
| Food, per month, single person (depending on lifestyle) | $250–$300 |
| Gateway Cambodia, Placement only | $1,100 |
| Gateway Cambodia, TEFL + Placement | $1,250–$1,300 |
| Gateway Cambodia, TEFL only | $150–$200 |
We help you find housing before you arrive, so your first night in Cambodia is already sorted.
Our recommended choice for a single teacher: private, practical and close to schools and daily needs.
A serviced apartment community in Phnom Penh with a pool, gym, gardens, parking and lifts. One-bedroom units are listed from about $400 a month.
We shortlist options within your budget, check the details with you and support you through the move-in and deposit.
Requirements vary by school. A 120-hour TEFL is the standard qualification and many schools prefer a bachelor’s degree. Contact us and we will check your profile.
It is 100% online and self-paced. Most people finish in about one week.
No. Placement depends on you passing a school interview. We prepare you with a tailored résumé and mock interviews, and if an interview does not succeed we arrange further interviews.
Salaries at our partner schools range from $900 to $1,300 a month on a 1-year contract.
We recommend the 12-month visa, at about $300, so you are covered for a full contract. A work permit, at about $300, is also needed. We guide you through both.
We help with accommodation. A studio apartment at $250–$300 a month is our recommended option, and we can also point you to serviced apartments such as Axis Residences in Phnom Penh.
Fees are non-refundable once paid, except as set out in the terms and refund policy below. Please read them before you enrol.
Send us a message and tell us which pathway interests you. We reply with the next steps and answer every question you have.
