Passports valid for a minimum of 6 months required by all.
Cameroon Visa Information
Visa Requirement
Visas are required for all travelers to Cameroon, except for nationals of the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC) countries: Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, and Gabon, for stays not exceeding 90 days.
Travelers in transit may be exempt if they have onward tickets, continue their journey within a short period (up to 4 days for gratis transit), and do not leave the airport. For longer transits, a visa is required.
Important: Cameroon does not offer visas on arrival without pre-arrangement. All visas must be obtained through the eVisa system prior to travel.
Types of Visa
Transit Visa: For layovers en route to another destination, up to 4 days (gratis) or longer (paid).
Short-Stay Visa: For tourism, business, family visits, or other temporary purposes, up to 6 months.
Long-Stay Visa: For extended stays such as work, study, internships, or family reunification, up to 1 year.
Validity
Transit Visa: Up to 4 days (gratis) or as specified on the visa sticker.
Short-Stay Visa: Up to 6 months; must be used within the validity period.
Long-Stay Visa: Up to 1 year.
Visas can be single or multiple entry, as determined by the issuing authority. Extensions may be applied for in Cameroon through immigration authorities.
Application
Apply online via the official eVisa portal: www.evisacam.cm or www.evisacam.com. Complete pre-enrollment, pay fees, and monitor status online.
Biometric enrollment and visa issuance occur in person at a Cameroonian embassy/consulate or port of entry with pre-approval.
Applicants in countries without Cameroonian representation must pre-arrange visas through the eVisa system.
Application Requirements
Valid passport (at least 6 months beyond entry date, with blank pages)
Copy of flight itinerary or round-trip ticket
Yellow fever vaccination certificate (must be at least 10 days old)
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
Proof of financial means (bank statements or sponsor letter)
For business visas: Company letter and invitation from Cameroonian partners
Additional documents based on visa type (e.g., enrollment letter for students, work contract for long-stay)
For minors: Birth certificate, parental consent, and guardianship documents if applicable
Processing Time
Standard: 3 business days
Express (short-stay): 24 hours
Transit: 1–3 business days
Processing excludes weekends and holidays; apply early to avoid delays.
Temporary Residence
For stays beyond the visa validity or for work/residency, obtain Residence and Work Permits from Cameroon Immigration Authorities after arrival. Long-stay visas serve as initial entry for such purposes.
Note: Visa policies may change. Always check the official eVisa portal or Cameroonian embassy for the latest information.