Cameroon Visa Requirements 2026Entry Rules & Visa-Free Access by Passport

Visa-free nationalities
7
Visa on arrival
0
eTA / e-Visa
191
Total streamlined
198
Visa required in advance
0

Cameroon's visa policy is restrictive relative to other destinations worldwide. Every nationality not covered by visa-free entry can apply online for an eTA or e-Visa - no embassy visit required.

Visa-free

Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Cameroon Visa-Free (7)

Passport holders from these countries can enter Cameroon without a visa - no embassy appointment, no advance fee.

eTA / e-Visa

eTA & e-Visa Eligible Countries for Cameroon (191)

These nationalities can apply for an electronic travel authorisation or e-Visa online before travel - no embassy visit required.

Show all 191

Fees

Cameroon Visa Fees (updated 2 Jul 2026)

  • Short-stay e-visa (standard processing)

    up to 6 months, stay 1-180 daysofficial sourceevisacam.cm ↗

    XAF 100,000 (~$173)

  • Short-stay e-visa (express processing)

    up to 6 months, stay 1-180 daysofficial sourceevisacam.cm ↗

    XAF 150,000 (~$260)

  • Tourist/short-stay visa via embassy (Washington DC published fee)

    1 day to 3 monthsofficial sourcecameroonembassyusa.org ↗

    USD 93

  • Transit visa (4-30 days)

    4 to 30 daysofficial sourcecameroonhighcommission.co.uk ↗

    EUR 153 (~$174)

  • Business (short-stay) visa

    up to 6 months, stay 1-180 daysofficial sourceevisacam.cm ↗

    XAF 100,000 (~$173)

  • Long-stay e-visa (standard processing)

    up to 12 months (360 days)official sourcediplocam.cm ↗

    XAF 150,000 (~$260)

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  • Long-stay e-visa (express processing)

    up to 12 months (360 days)official sourcediplocam.cm ↗

    XAF 200,000 (~$347)

  • Transit visa (up to 5 days, free)

    up to 5 daysofficial sourcediplocam.cm ↗

    Free

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Transit

Cameroon Transit Visa

Cameroon publishes a transit visa product for travellers passing through to another destination. Whether you need one depends on your nationality and whether you stay airside - see how transit visas work.

Transit Visa (up to 5 days, free)

For travellers transiting through Cameroon for up to 5 days en route to another destination.

up to 5 daysfreeapply online

Free of charge. Applied online via evisacam.cm. Diplocam.cm (MINREX official, re-confirmed 2026-06-29) specifies 5-day maximum for the free transit visa. Cameroon High Commission UK (cameroonhighcommission.co.uk) separately lists a paid transit visa at EUR 153 for 4-30 days - this appears to be a different (paid) transit product or an inconsistency; diplocam.cm (MINREX) is authoritative for the free 5-day transit. Passport must be valid at least 6 months.

Apply here ↗

FAQ

Cameroon Visa Requirements FAQ

Do I need a visa to visit Cameroon?

It depends on your nationality - the lists above show every nationality that can enter Cameroon visa-free or with an eTA or e-Visa. Every nationality we track qualifies for one of these streamlined routes.

Which countries can visit Cameroon without a visa?

7 countries can visit Cameroon without a visa in 2026, including: Central African Republic, Chad, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Mali. Use Earth Visa to check whether your specific passport grants visa-free access to Cameroon.

How do I apply for a Cameroon tourist visa?

If your nationality is not eligible for visa-free entry to Cameroon, you can apply online for an eTA or e-Visa - no embassy visit required. You will generally need:

  • Valid passport
  • Completed online application
  • Digital photo
  • Proof of accommodation
  • Proof of onward travel

Processing times and fees vary by nationality and visa category - see the visa types and fees on this page for the exact figures.

How long can I stay in Cameroon without a visa?

The maximum visa-free stay duration in Cameroon varies by nationality. Common allowances are 30, 60, or 90 days. See the visa-free country list above for specific stay durations per nationality.

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