Cameroon
General visa requirements for travelling to Cameroon. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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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
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.