Cameroon
General visa requirements for travelling to Cameroon. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
Have a specific passport country? Check your specific route.
Tourist visa (CEMAC Free Movement)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Citizens of CEMAC member states (Central African Republic, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Republic of Congo) and select African countries with bilateral agreements (Mali, Nigeria).
Eligible countries: Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Mali, Nigeria
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Purpose of visit
Tourism, family visits, and holiday purposes.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory for all travelers aged 9 months or over. Must be administered at least 10 days before arrival.; Validity months: 120
Diplomatic visa (Diplomatic Visa-Free Entry)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Eligibility
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Nationality
Holders of diplomatic or service category passports from China, Italy, and Turkey.
Eligible countries: China, Italy, Turkey
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Purpose of visit
Diplomatic missions and official government business.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory for all travelers.; Validity months: 120
Work / Immigration visa (Work Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 180 days
- Processing time
- 60 days (2-3 months)
- Fee
- $70-$300 USD
- Validity
- 6 months
- Entry
- Single entry
Employer must be registered with Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training. Work visa valid for up to 6 months. Processing time 2-3 months.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All foreign nationals intending to engage in paid employment in Cameroon.
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Purpose of visit
Paid employment across all sectors and positions.
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Employment
Must have valid employment contract from Cameroon employer. Employer must be registered with Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training.
Required status: Valid employment contract required
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Biometric passport photo
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: Yes
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Police clearance
Validity months: 6
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Long-Stay Work Visa Application; Form url: https://www.evisacam.cm
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card, PayPal, mobile money; Amount: $300 USD
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Academic transcript
Provide academic records for the course, qualification or training route.
Must be notarized: Yes; Must be translated: No
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Online application
Apply for long-stay work visa at www.evisacam.cm.
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Document gathering
Gather employment contract or job offer from Cameroon employer, educational certificates and professional qualifications, police clearance certificates, and yellow fever vaccination certificate. Work permit application must be processed through Ministry of Employment and Vocational Training.
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Fee payment
Pay work visa fee online. Application fee ranges $70-$300 USD.
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Processing wait
Work permit process typically takes 2-3 months to complete.
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Visa collection
Receive work visa approval and enter Cameroon.
Transit visa (Transit e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 4 days
- Processing time
- 2 business days (1-3 days)
- Fee
- Free (up to 4 days)
- Validity
- 4 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Free for stays up to 4 days. Transit visa exceeding 4 days costs $181.82.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities requiring transit visa.
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Purpose of visit
Staying at airport more than 24 hours or passing through immigration.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Passport photo
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory.; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Online application
Apply for transit visa online at www.evisacam.cm.
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Document gathering
Gather flight itinerary showing travel to/from Cameroon with dates and transit cities, yellow fever certificate, and visa or authorization to enter country of final destination (must be obtained prior to transit visa request).
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Processing wait
Processing time: 1-3 business days.
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Visa collection
Receive transit visa via email.
Student visa (Student e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Processing time
- 3 business days (standard), 1 business day (express)
- Fee
- $120 USD
- Validity
- Duration of studies
- Entry
- Single entry
Apply not more than 3 months prior to start of program. Valid for duration of studies. If sponsored by parent/legal guardian, provide notarized letter assuming full financial responsibility for at least $700/month.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities except visa-free countries.
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Purpose of visit
Full-time study at recognized educational institution in Cameroon.
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Financial
Must demonstrate at least $700 USD per month for room and board throughout study period.
Minimum funds: $700 USD per month
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Biometric passport photo (35x45mm or 40x40mm), white background
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: $700 USD per month; Months required: 3
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Cameroon; Minimum coverage: Repatriation coverage
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Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: No
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Long-Stay Student e-Visa Application; Form url: https://www.evisacam.cm
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card, PayPal, mobile money; Amount: $120 USD
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory.; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Online application
Apply online at www.evisacam.cm no more than 3 months before program start date.
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Document gathering
Gather admission letter or certificate of enrollment/re-enrollment from Cameroon institution (highlighting duration and course), student's bank statements showing $700/month, or financial aid letter from school, or notarized sponsor letter, repatriation insurance, and yellow fever certificate.
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Fee payment
Pay student visa fee online.
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Processing wait
Processing time: 72 hours standard, 24 hours express.
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Visa collection
Receive long-stay student e-visa by email.
Tourist visa (Tourist e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 3 business days (standard), 1 business day (express)
- Fee
- $120 USD
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Express processing (24 hours) available at additional cost. Apply at least 3 days before travel for standard processing.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities except visa-free countries (CEMAC members and bilateral agreement countries) require an e-visa.
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Purpose of visit
Tourism, visiting family, tours, or holidays.
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Financial
Proof of sufficient funds ($700 USD or equivalent) may be required at entry point.
Minimum funds: $700 USD
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent color photo (35x45mm or 40x40mm), white background, neutral expression, taken within last 6 months. Must meet ICAO biometric standards.
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statement or other proof of sufficient funds for duration of stay; Minimum amount: $700 USD
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or invitation letter from host in Cameroon; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: e-Visa Application Form; Form url: https://www.evisacam.cm
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card (MasterCard/Visa), debit card, PayPal, or mobile money (Moov, Wave, Safaricom, Airtel, Vodacom, Africell); Amount: $120 USD
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory for all travelers aged 9 months or over.; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application form at www.evisacam.cm with personal details, passport information, and travel plans.
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Document gathering
Gather required documents: passport copy, biometric photo, flight reservation, accommodation proof, yellow fever vaccination certificate, and bank statement showing sufficient funds.
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Fee payment
Pay visa fee online securely using credit card, debit card, PayPal, or mobile money. Standard processing: $120 USD.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing. Standard processing takes 72 hours (3 business days). Express processing available for 24 hours at additional cost.
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Visa collection
Receive e-visa approval via email. Print or save digital copy to present at port of entry.
Business visa (Business e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 3 business days (standard), 1 business day (express)
- Fee
- $240 USD
- Validity
- 6 months
- Entry
- Single entry
Valid for 6 months from date of issue. For business meetings and conferences only - not for paid employment.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities except visa-free countries.
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Purpose of visit
Business meetings, conferences, partnerships - non-commercial ventures only. Not a work visa.
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Employment
Cannot engage in activities that earn direct pay. Strictly for non-commercial ventures.
Required status: No employment allowed
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent color photo (35x45mm or 40x40mm), white background
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Employment letter
Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.
Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: No; Must include salary: No
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel booking or accommodation arrangements; Must cover full stay: Yes
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: Yes
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Invitation letter
Host requirements: Company letter guaranteeing stay in Cameroon and stating reasons for visit
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Business e-Visa Application Form; Form url: https://www.evisacam.cm
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card, PayPal, or mobile money; Amount: $240 USD
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory.; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Online application
Complete online application at www.evisacam.cm. Select 'Business' as purpose of travel.
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Document gathering
Prepare passport copy, biometric photo, invitation letter from Cameroon company, signed work contract (if applicable), vaccination certificate, flight and hotel bookings.
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Fee payment
Pay business visa fee online using credit card, PayPal, or mobile money.
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Processing wait
Standard processing: 72 hours (3 business days). Express processing: 24 hours at additional cost.
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Visa collection
Receive e-visa confirmation via email. Print for travel.
Transit visa (Transit Without Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
Visa free
- Maximum stay
- 1 days
- Processing time
- N/A - no application required
- Fee
- Free
- Validity
- 24 hours
- Entry
- Single entry
Transit without visa allowed if continuing by same or first connecting flight within 24 hours without leaving airport transit area. Passing through immigration requires transit visa.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities for airport transit.
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Purpose of visit
Continuing journey by same or first connecting flight within 24 hours.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: Yes; Must show return: No
Medical visa (Medical e-Visa)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 3 business days (standard), 1 business day (express)
- Fee
- $120 USD
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entry
- Single entry
Consult with local physician before traveling. Medical systems in Cameroon differ from those in other countries. Strong supplemental insurance recommended to cover medical evacuation in event of complications.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All nationalities except visa-free countries.
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Purpose of visit
Travel to Cameroon for medical purposes and healthcare treatment.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 1; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Biometric passport photo
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Evidence of sufficient funds for medical treatment and stay; Minimum amount: Sufficient for treatment
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Travel insurance
Coverage area: Cameroon; Minimum coverage: Medical and evacuation coverage
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Medical certificate
Provide medical evidence from a recognised doctor or clinic when the route asks for health confirmation.
Required tests: Doctor or hospital
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: Medical e-Visa Application; Form url: https://www.evisacam.cm
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card, PayPal, mobile money; Amount: $120 USD
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International vaccination card
Required vaccinations: Yellow fever vaccination certificate mandatory.; Validity months: 120
How to apply
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Online application
Apply for medical visa at www.evisacam.cm.
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Document gathering
Prepare medical certificates (may include physical check-up, blood tests, X-rays), yellow fever vaccination certificate, travel insurance with medical and evacuation coverage, and financial proof.
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Fee payment
Pay medical visa fee online.
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Processing wait
Standard processing: 72 hours (3 business days). Express: 24 hours.
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Visa collection
Receive medical visa via email.