Bavet is a fast-growing border town located in Svay Rieng Province, southeastern Cambodia, right on the Cambodia–Vietnam border. It serves as a major crossing point into Mộc Bà i, Vietnam, and is a key hub for trade, travel, and business between the two countries.
Due to its strategic location, Bavet is rapidly developing into a special economic and industrial zone, attracting both local and foreign investment.
Province: Svay Rieng
Border Crossing: Bavet–Mộc Bà i International Checkpoint
Distance from Phnom Penh: ~150 km (~2.5–3 hours by car)
Distance from Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam): ~70 km (~1.5 hours by road)
Main Industries: Trade, casinos, manufacturing, logistics, cross-border transport
Bavet is one of Cambodia’s most important economic corridors, thanks to its:
Bavet-Moc Bai International Border Gate – High volume of imports, exports, and cross-border traffic
Special Economic Zone (SEZs) – Home to various garment factories, assembly plants, and logistics centers
Infrastructure development supported by regional trade agreements and government initiatives
Growing presence of foreign investment, particularly from Vietnam, China, and Korea
Bavet is known for its border casinos and hotels, popular with visitors from Vietnam where gambling is prohibited. These establishments offer:
Casino resorts and gaming halls
Restaurants, shopping, and accommodation
Entertainment for tourists and business travelers
Note: Entry to casinos is generally restricted to foreign nationals.
National Road No. 1 connects Phnom Penh to Bavet and continues to Ho Chi Minh City
Easy access by private car, taxis, and buses
Well-developed road infrastructure supports both tourism and freight transport
Future improvements include expressway development to reduce travel time and enhance logistics
While Bavet itself is mainly known for trade and casinos, visitors can explore:
Svay Rieng City – A quiet provincial capital nearby with markets, temples, and local life
Prey Basac Temple – An ancient site with historic ruins
Local rice fields and countryside ideal for scenic drives
Strategic cross-border trade center
Growing industrial and logistics zone
Opportunity-rich area for investment and development
Convenient transit point for travelers between Cambodia and Vietnam
🚧 Bavet is more than a border town — it’s Cambodia’s eastern gateway to international business, travel, and growth.
