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Faro or Phnom Penh

Comprehensive comparison between Faro (Portugal) and Phnom Penh (Cambodia). Analyze differences in purchasing power, housing, safety, and visas to make your next move.

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Based on 2026 cost of living data, Phnom Penh is more affordable than Faro. Faro has a cost rating of 52/100, while Phnom Penh has a cost rating of 24/100.
In terms of safety, Faro ranks higher with a safety score of 90/100, compared to Phnom Penh at 76/100. Faro's safety score is 90/100 and Phnom Penh's safety score is 76/100.
Average rent in Faro is typically €700 - €1,050 per month, whereas typical rent in Phnom Penh averages €400 - €700 per month.
For Faro, the visa process is rated as: Portugal Digital Nomad Visa (D8) & D7 Passive Income Visa (Portugal’s world-renowned D8 Digital Nomad Visa (minimum monthly income ~€3,280) and D7 Passive Income / Retirement Visa with direct permanent residency and EU citizenship after 5 years.). For Phnom Penh, the process is rated as: 1-Year Ordinary Business Visa (EB Visa) (Cambodia offers the easiest 1-year renewable Ordinary (EB) Business Visa in Southeast Asia, with zero complicated income proofs.).