Shopify agency for brands selling in Cambodia
Shopify stores for Cambodian brands moving beyond Facebook and Telegram selling, with KHQR payments, local delivery and export-ready storefronts for customers overseas.
Shopify experts for Cambodia brands
Most online shopping in Cambodia still happens through Facebook pages, Telegram channels and chat, with payment by QR code or cash on delivery. That works for small sellers, but growing brands need a proper store to manage stock, orders and repeat customers. The economy uses both riel and US dollars, and a young, mobile population is quick to adopt new apps, which makes a well-built mobile store a real step up from selling in chats.
BOOST STAR Experts builds Shopify stores for Cambodian brands and for export businesses selling Cambodian products abroad, such as Kampot pepper, silk, crafts and coffee. We set up Khmer and English storefronts, local payment and delivery options, integrations with social channels and international shipping where it makes sense. We keep expectations realistic and focus on the features that actually increase orders.
Selling online in Cambodia: what your store needs
KHQR, bank apps and cash
KHQR, the national QR standard linked to the Bakong system, lets customers pay from almost any Cambodian bank or wallet app. ABA Bank’s PayWay gateway handles QR and card payments for online stores, and Wing and ACLEDA are widely used. Cash on delivery remains common, and prices are often shown in US dollars.
eCommerce permits and tax
Cambodia’s eCommerce Law requires businesses selling online to hold the appropriate permit or licence from the Ministry of Commerce. VAT is generally charged at 10% for registered businesses. Rules have been changing as the digital economy grows, so we recommend confirming your obligations with a local accountant before launch.
Local couriers and bus parcels
J&T Express and other couriers serve Phnom Penh and the main provinces, while Grab and local delivery services handle same-day orders in the capital. Many sellers also send parcels to the provinces through bus companies such as Virak Buntham. International orders usually go by DHL, other express carriers or Cambodia Post.
Facebook, Telegram and trust
Customers usually find brands on Facebook or TikTok and expect to chat on Telegram or Messenger before ordering. A store that links to these channels, shows real photos and clear prices and confirms orders quickly builds trust. Khmer content matters for local reach, while English suits tourists, expats and overseas buyers.
Payments, delivery and compliance in Cambodia
- KHQR (Bakong)
- ABA PayWay
- Wing
- ACLEDA mobile
- Cash on delivery
- Visa & Mastercard
- J&T Express
- Grab delivery
- Virak Buntham Express (bus parcels)
- Cambodia Post
- DHL Express (international)
- eCommerce permit (Ministry of Commerce)
- VAT (10%) for registered businesses
- Export documentation for overseas orders
Shopify agency services across Cambodia
Working together
Cambodia is 1.5 hours ahead of India, so our working days overlap almost entirely. Calls fit easily into your day, and messages usually get a reply within hours.
Time zone: ICT (UTC+7, no daylight saving). Currency: KHR (៛), USD widely used. Languages: Khmer, English (common in business).
How we work
Discovery call
We learn your goals, catalogue, tech stack and market, then agree what success looks like.
Audit & roadmap
A store, SEO and competitor audit turns into a prioritised roadmap with a timeline and fixed quote.
Design & build
UX, design and development in sprints, with a private preview store you review at every step.
Launch
QA across devices, redirects, tracking and a planned go-live with no downtime.
Grow
SEO, CRO and paid campaigns compound results month after month, with clear reporting.
Ongoing support
A dedicated team for fixes, new features and seasonal campaigns when you need them.
Frequently asked questions
Can a Shopify store in Cambodia accept KHQR payments?
Yes, through local gateways such as ABA PayWay, which offer QR and card payments for online stores, depending on your bank account and business registration. Cash on delivery can be added as a manual method. We confirm what your bank supports, connect it and test each payment flow on mobile.
We sell on Facebook and Telegram. Why do we need a store?
Chats work for a few orders a day, but they make stock, order tracking and repeat customers hard to manage. A Shopify store keeps products, orders and customer details in one place, and you can still link every post and chat to it so customers can order without waiting for replies.
Can we sell Cambodian products to customers abroad?
Yes. Kampot pepper, silk, crafts and coffee all have international buyers. We set up English storefronts, prices in US dollars or other currencies and international shipping options, and help you prepare the product information couriers and customs need for each destination.
How easy is it to work with a team in India from Cambodia?
Very easy. India is only 1.5 hours behind Cambodia, so most of the working day overlaps. We schedule calls when convenient for you, share progress on a project board and keep messages flowing between meetings, so small questions are answered the same day rather than waiting for the next call.
Should prices be in riel or US dollars?
Many Cambodian stores show prices in US dollars, since customers are used to it, while some local products are priced in riel. We set the store currency to match how your customers think about price and can show both where helpful, with clear rounding rules.