Immigration
Our Immigration Practice Group is dedicated to navigating the complexities of immigration law for individuals and businesses alike. With a wealth of experience and in-depth knowledge of the ever-evolving immigration landscape, our team is committed to providing comprehensive legal solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.
HBS LAW has developed an excellent relationship with the key governmental authorities (notably, the General Department of Immigration of the Ministry of Interior), ensuring our clients receive the best possible guidance and support.
Our team comprises experienced advisers who have worked on immigration matters. We serve a diverse clientele, including individuals, families, businesses, and governmental agencies seeking assistance with various immigration issues.
In collaboration with our Corporate & Commercial, Labour and Tourism Practice Groups, we tailor our services to create comprehensive solutions for immigration-related matters. Our advisers have unique insights into both local and international immigration processes, benefiting foreign clients seeking to establish themselves in Cambodia and local clients looking to navigate outbound immigration.
We understand that immigration matters can be complex and sensitive. Our team prioritizes clear communication and personalized service, ensuring that clients feel supported and informed throughout the entire process.
Our expertise extends beyond the products currently offered in Cambodia due to the international experience of its advisers and covers the following:
- Assisting and advising foreign clients living, working and operating their businesses in Cambodia to comply with immigration laws and regulations
- Visa application, extension, and renewal including business visa or work visa
- Residency permits including temporary or long-term stay arrangements
- Acquiring Cambodian citizenship including citizenship by naturalization or investment
Lyhout Yin
Partner
Head of Corporate & Commercial
Mr. YIN handles a broad range of corporate matters including incorporation of companies, change of company’s shareholder and director, increase of capital of the company, change of the company’s address and so on with the Council for the Development of the Cambodia, Ministry of Commerce and General Department of Taxation.
Seang Meng Leang
Attorney-at-Law
Seang Meng is an Attorney-at-Law, admitted to the Bar Association of the Kingdom of Cambodia. He holds a diverse range of qualifications and licenses, including being a licensed trademark agent, a licensed customs broker and a qualified professional in the securities and trust sector.
Ponlork Pan
Associate
Mr. Ponlork is currently a candidate for LL.M in International Business Law, which will be awarded by the Université Libre de Bruxelles (Free University of Brussels), Brussels, and the Royal University of Law and Economics, Cambodia, and expectedly graduate in 2023.
Tith Sopheap Ly
Associate
Ms. Ly obtained an LLM from Nagoya University, Japan, under the Japanese-MEXT scholarship program. Her specialization is labor law and industrial relations.
Kunthea Ly
MP Assistant
Kunthea has obtained L.LB from Royal University of Law and Economic (“RULE”). She has participated in international commercial arbitration moot and participated in the leadership program as a volunteer.
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