e-Visa Cameroon
Pre-enrollment
Since April 30, 2023, Cameroon has completely digitized its visa applications. No more requests can be made at the embassy, which refers only to the Internet. All nationalities need an e-Visa for Cameroon, except those neighboring Cameroon, for arrival in Douala or Yaoundé-Nsimalen.
The Cameroon e-Visa allows stays of up to 180 days for one or more entries. It can be valid for up to 6 months (short stay) or up to 12 months (long stay).
⚠️ Attention: Cameroonian authorities reserve the right to restrict your e-Visa to a single entry during the validity period, or even to reduce the authorized stay to less than 180 days.
Tarif unique de 49,00 € par voyageur Hors frais consulaires, si applicables
THE Cameroon is one of the major destinations in West Central Africa, with its natural national parks and many cultural treasures. If you want to travel to Cameroon, you will need to obtain an electronic visa in advance. The visa for Cameroon is an entry and stay authorization, thanks to which you can enter and stay in Cameroon for a limited period, set at 180 days maximum. If your electronic visa application is accepted by the Cameroonian authorities, your visa for cameroon will be affixed to your passport upon your arrival in Cameroon.
French agency specializing in travel documents for individuals and professionals, Visamundi supports you in your efforts to make it easier for you to obtain your visa for Cameroon. You can submit your visa application for Cameroon directly on our website, during a completely paperless process. You will therefore not have to travel to the Cameroonian embassy in your country of residence.
Do you need a visa to go to Cameroon?
It is necessary to apply for a visa to travel to Cameroon. A visa for Cameroon is required for French nationals, and more broadly European nationals, as well as for nationals of the majority of countries in the world wishing to stay in Cameroon, regardless of the reason or duration of their stay.
The only exceptions are nationals of countries exempt from Cameroonian visas, and passengers making a short connection in Cameroon. If you are considering a short transit (less than 24 hours) in Cameroon without leaving Douala International Airport, you will not need a visa.
The visa exemption for Cameroon applies only to nationals of the following countries:
- Chad 🇹🇩
- The Central African Republic 🇨🇫
- Nigeria 🇳🇬
- Congo 🇨🇬
- Equatorial Guinea 🇬🇶
- Gabon 🇬🇦
In addition to the electronic visa for Cameroon, you will need to have in your possession a passport (all types) or travel document valid for at least 6 months after the end of your stay in Cameroon. This minimum period of 6 months of validity for your passport is a mandatory condition for obtaining the issuance of the electronic visa. Your visa application will be rejected if your passport does not comply with this formality. Therefore, be sure to check the validity period of your passport, in order to consider the possibility of its renewal (the period of which can be quite long depending on the country you come from).
Several types of electronic visas may be offered to you if you wish to travel to Cameroon:
- THE single entry tourist visa, valid for a single entry stay of up to 180 days
- THE business visa, valid for a stay of up to 180 days
- THE multiple entry long stay visa, valid for a maximum period of 6 months after first entry into Cameroon
- THE transit visa, for a transit of more than 24 hours on Cameroonian territory
How can I get a visa for Cameroon?
To obtain your Cameroonian visa, you simply need to fill out the fully electronic form available on our website. However, before making your application, you must ensure that you have all the documents necessary to complete your file. The documents requested depend on the type of visa you are considering. In general, make sure that you can provide:
- A scan of your passport (all types of passport) or your travel document, valid at least 6 months after the planned end of your stay in Cameroon
- Two passport photos identical and recent, in color, and to the standards of your country of residence
- A proof of address
- A copy of your extract from birth certificate less than 3 months old
- A certificate proving that you have a round trip plane ticket
- If applicable, a copy of your passport showing your passport stamp. previous trips to Cameroon if you have stayed there in the last 12 months
- For non-Cameroonians only : A photocopy of the hotel reservation covering the entire stay, which will thus serve as proof of accommodation
If you would like to know the details of all the supporting documents to be presented depending on each type of visa envisaged, we recommend that you go to the Cameroon Embassy website from your country of residence.
Once you have all the required documents in your possession, we will check their validity before transmitting them to the Cameroonian authorities. Your application for an electronic visa for Cameroon will therefore have every chance of success.
What are the costs associated with obtaining a visa for Cameroon?
The cost of a visa for Cameroon depends mainly on the consular fees applied by the Cameroonian government. Regularly updated by the Cameroonian authorities, these consular fees may vary slightly depending on the type of visa envisaged. The price of a Cameroonian visa also includes our service fees, which we add to the consular fees in return for processing your file, checking your documents and transmitting them to the Cameroonian authorities. You will find on our site an indicative price list, relating to the costs involved in obtaining each type of visa. Count 167,00 € consular fees for a 30-day tourist visa, and a little more for a long-stay visa.
How long does it take to obtain a visa for Cameroon?
The time taken to obtain a visa for Cameroon may vary depending on the number of applications that the Cameroonian authorities will have to process during a given period. Generally speaking, It takes about 5 days to get a response following a visa application for Cameroon. Processing times can sometimes be longer if the demand for visas is very high. We therefore advise you to submit your visa application at least one month before your planned arrival in Cameroon, in order to compensate for the consular overload, as well as the days when the files are not processed (public holidays and weekends).
Is it possible to extend a visa for Cameroon?
You have the possibility to extend your visa for Cameroon by going to the Cameroonian immigration services directly on site. However, your Cameroonian visa will need to be extended before it expires.
Can I get a visa upon arrival in Cameroon?
An electronic or embassy visa application must be made before your arrival in Cameroon. French citizens and most countries around the world need to apply.
Which nationalities are exempt from visa?
Only nationals of the following countries can travel without a visa for a maximum of 90 days: Central African Republic, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Mali, Nigeria And Congo-Brazzaville.
What are the different types of visas offered?
Each visa can be applied for as a single entry or multiple entry. You can choose between a short-stay or long-stay visa. Your reason for travel may be among the following: Tourism, Visit to acquaintances, Business/Training/Mission/Seminar/Internship/Work, Conference, Teaching, Studies, Humanitarian/Volunteering, Sport Or Religion/Evangelism.
What is the length of stay allowed with a Cameroon e-Visa?
Each visa allows you to stay up to 180 days on the territory (depending on the authorization issued).
By what means of transport can I arrive in Cameroon?
By completing an electronic travel authorization process, you will be able to enter by airway.
The government will open land and sea checkpoints as they become available..
What documents will I need to provide when I apply for a Cameroon e-Visa?
- A photo of your passport or travel document, in color. Your travel document must be valid for at least 6 months after the date of departure from Cameroon. The passport cannot be an emergency, diplomatic or service passport.
- The copy of the confirmation of your return flight
- A confirmation of your hotel reservation Or legalized accommodation certificate.
Other documents may be requested depending on the type of visa desired, as specified on our Documents Tab.
How long does it take to process a request?
The processing time is 7 days approximately for urgent departures. If you apply too far in advance, we will send your visa as close as possible to your departure date.
What are the mandatory vaccinations in Cameroon?
You will need to present your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
Do I need to obtain a visa for transit in Cameroon?
If you do not plan to leave Douala airport during your transit, you do not need a visa if your stopover does not exceed 24 hours.
Are minors eligible for the Cameroonian visa?
All travelers, including children and minors, are required to apply for a visa in Cameroon.
How long will my Cameroon e-visa be valid?
Depending on the visa requested, validity can be 6 or 12 monthsThe visa must be valid for the entire duration of your stay, including if you enter and leave the territory several times in the case of a multiple-entry visa.
How to apply for a visa for Cameroon?
You can fill out our form and indicate your personal information, passport data, dates of stay and the type of visa you want. Once the payment is made, you will receive a confirmation email. You can then send us your documents by email.
There is no longer any need to go to a Cameroonian embassy for this visa, since April 30, 2023.
How does the Cameroon e-Visa work?
When your visa is issued and approved by the authorities, you will receive a printable electronic travel authorization in PDF, also called pre-enrollment.
Do I need to print my electronic travel authorization for Cameroon?
It is advisable to print your visa and carry this document with you throughout your stay.
When will I need to present my visa to travel to Cameroon?
You will need to present this document when you board, it will therefore be checked before your departure by the airline, as well ason arrival.
Is it mandatory to take out travel insurance when traveling to Cameroon?
Travel insurance is not mandatory but recommended. We recommend our partner Chapka to carry out your procedure. For a long stay, repatriation insurance is mandatory to obtain the visa.
What are the differences between pre-enrollment and the paper Cameroon visa?
THE pre-enrollment is a process to be carried out online. Once the visa has been approved by the authorities, you will receive your travel authorization in electronic format. The processing time is therefore faster. Unlike a paper visa, the process must be carried out well in advance, and at an embassy.
It is no longer possible to apply for a traditional visa at an embassy following the launch of the new electronic visa on April 30, 2023.
Can I extend my visa for Cameroon?
Before the expiration date of your visa and in order to extend its validity, you can contact the local authorities, in particular by going to a Cameroonian immigration service on site.
My arrival date in Cameroon has changed, what should I do?
You can keep us informed by email if your arrival date is changed so that our agency can transmit your request with your dates of stay which correspond with those indicated on your plane tickets.
Cameroun: mandatory and recommended vaccines
Mandatory vaccinations
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Yellow fever
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required upon entry for all travellers aged 9 months and over.
Recommended vaccines
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Hepatitis A
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Hepatitis B
Long or repeated stays -
Malaria
Year-round transmission across the country -
Meningitis
In case of prolonged stay in close contact with the local population, or during an epidemic -
Rage
In case of prolonged stay, in isolation -
Typhoid fever
Prolonged stay or in precarious hygienic conditions