Phnom Penh at a glance
- About 1.6 million people live in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia and its biggest city.
- Close by: Ta Khmau (10 km), Ampov Prey (20 km) and Kandoeng (31 km).
Dating by city / Cambodia / Phnom Penh region / Phnom Penh
Meet people in Phnom Penh
Members from Phnom Penh and towns within 50 km who make their profile public will appear here.
Where to meet in Phnom Penh
Big cities make it easy to keep a first date short and neutral. Meet at a coffee place in a busy area, and if it goes well, walk somewhere nearby instead of planning a whole evening.
Staying safe
- Meet in busy public places and tell a friend where you are going.
- Never send money to people you met online.
- Report and block anyone who makes you uncomfortable.
Questions about dating in Phnom Penh
How far around Phnom Penh can I search?
More than 1.8 million people live within 50 km of Phnom Penh, in 14 towns and cities including Ta Khmau, Phumĭ Yoŭl Toŭng and Kandoeng. In the app you choose the distance yourself: from 10 km to 500 km, or “Any distance”.
Is online dating in Phnom Penh free on YADate?
Yes, completely. Nothing on YADate is paid, in Phnom Penh or anywhere else: you can browse, like, write first and send voice messages or gifts without a subscription or credits. The only limits are daily caps against spam, such as 40 new conversations a day.
Are the profiles near Phnom Penh real?
YADate never creates fake profiles or writes on behalf of people who don't exist. A moderator checks every photo before it appears, every member confirms an email address, and any profile can be reported. If someone asks for money or rushes you onto another app, report them — a moderator will look into it.
Can I date someone from outside Phnom Penh?
Yes. In the filters you can search around any other city, in Cambodia or abroad.
Dating tips
Profile & photos
How to write a profile that gets replies
Your profile is your first hello. How to write a few honest lines and choose photos that make people want to start a conversation.
First messages
First messages that actually start a conversation
“Hi, how are you?” rarely gets far. How to write a first message that is easy and pleasant to answer — with examples you can adapt.
First dates
First date ideas that are easy and safe
The best first dates are short, public and relaxed. Ideas that leave room to talk — plus simple safety habits that let you enjoy the meeting.