Payment concerns and delays for the launch of the Cameroon e-Visa: what you need to know

Since the launch of the Cameroonian authorities' new official e-Visa application site on April 30, we've been able to offer you a wide range of services, many users have reported problems finalizing their payments.

Internet users complain about failed transactionsof error messagesof payment difficulties online, and even multiple flows on their bank accounts without validation of their visa application.

These payment problems have led to delays in processing visa applications, frustration for applicants and sometimes additional bank charges for unsuccessful transactions. Users have expressed their dissatisfaction with the situation on social networks.underlining the importance of quickly resolving these problems to facilitate travel to Cameroon.

Cameroon visa payment problems: possible reasons and solutions

Several factors may be at the root of these payment problems. The youth websiteand the massive influx of applications (embassies no longer receive traditional visa applications) may be a first step in the right direction. It's also possible that the site's integrated online payment system is encountering problems. technical problemssuch as connection errors with payment service providers or transaction processing errors. An Internet user even had fun debugging the Cameroon authorities' site, identifying an API problem...

The Consulate General of Cameroon in Paris (France) informs the public that as of April 30, 2023, all visa applications to Cameroon will be made exclusively online.
Cameroon Consulate in Paris

Faced with these problems, the Cameroonian authorities have become aware of the difficulties encountered by users and have announced their intention to solve payment problems quickly. Technical teams were mobilized to identify specific problems and implement appropriate solutions.

At Visamundi, we haven't yet experienced this kind of problem with the authorities' platform.However, we noted that the initial list of documents requested could be much longer once payment had been made: birth certificate or even family record book, we strongly advise you not to leave things to the last minute !

 

But also problems with launch times?

In addition to payment issues, many users have also complained about abnormally long processing times for their visa applications. After successfully making their payment, some Internet users had to wait several weeks - beyond the advertised working times, even in express - before receiving a reply concerning the issue of their visa.

These excessive delays have created uncertainty for claimants, sometimes forcing them to postpone their trips or seek other alternatives to obtain their visas. Intermediary agencies have no control over these deadlines, as visa issuance is always at the discretion of the Cameroonian authorities.

Delays can be caused by a number of factors, including a lack of staff to process requestsand technical problems in the treatment system or a inefficient coordination of the various stages in the process.

Extremely high consular fees

Already high, consular fees have not benefited from the dematerialization of the process, which in theory requires fewer staff. Worse still, these costs have actually risen slightly (+5%).13,00 €), including technical payment costs. With nearly 167,00 € consular fees for "normal" processing, Cameroon is one of the world's most expensive destinations. Charges for an emergency issue have even rocketed, with an increase of 33% (short stay) or 50% (long stay).

So make sure you don't make a mistake when submitting your application, or you'll have to pay again if it's rejected. Embassy will not reimburse rejected applications. Going through a private agency, accustomed to these procedures, gives you peace of mind.

Fill in a file from e-Visa Cameroon

• Cameroon

« Canada presents its new (and magnificent) passport Visamundi innovates with a passport scanner to pre-fill your visa applications »