Before each electronic visa application, it is important to find out whether your nationality is eligible and whether the application can be made online. Entry conditions into the country have been simplified since April 30.
The Cameroonian government makes the majority of nationalities eligible for the e-Visa process, because in fact no visa request from a consulate or embassy is now possible. European nationals can therefore apply for an e-Visa.
Find out if I am eligible with my passport
If you have an ordinary passport, valid for at least 6 months after the date of departure from Cameroon, you can apply for an electronic visa. If your passport expires, you must apply for passport renewal. All nationalities are therefore eligible for the e-Visa, with the exception of travelers covered by visa exemptions.
Nationals of the following countries are exempt from the visa requirement: Central African Republic, Chad, Republic of Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, Mali, Nigeria and Nigeria. CEMAC countries. Travellers of these nationalities can enter the country without a visa, on presentation of an ordinary passport.
I travel with a diplomatic or service passport
Travelers with a diplomatic or service passport can enter Cameroon without a visa and for a limited period. Your travel document must be valid for 6 months.
The following nationalities can travel without a visa for a stay of 90 days during a period of 6 months:
- Italy
- Türkiye
Nationals of the following countries can stay without a visa for a period of 30 days :
- United Arab Emirates
- China
- Vietnam
Is the e-Visa process different depending on my nationality?
All nationalities eligible for the e-Visa can apply online. It may be possible to visit an immigration office or consular post to finalize the application. This formality is only carried out if you live near a Cameroonian immigration office. In this case, if it is not possible for you to travel and organize a meeting with the Cameroonian authorities, your travel authorization will be sent by email in electronic format. Your e-Visa must be presented to the authorities when you arrive on site.
Currently, you can only enter Cameroon by air, through Douala or Yaoundé-Nsimalen international airport. A stamp will be placed on your passport by immigration and this will correspond to your final visa. The length of stay is well controlled and must be respected.
The processing time for an electronic visa application may vary depending on the file and the type of visa chosen. For most requests, processing is fairly quick, and it takes business days. Indeed, the authorities decide on the validity period of your travel document. Some requests may take longer, and authorities may verify certain information. The processing time is the same, depending on each nationality. For rapid processing and without processing delays, it is important to carefully verify your personal data on the form. All data in your passport must be entered correctly. Your name, passport number, nationality and country of birth are the most important information. Your travel authorization may be verified by your airline when you board and your visa will be definitively confirmed upon your arrival in Cameroon.
We advise you to anticipate your e-Visa application and be in possession of all the documents requested and necessary to create your file. do not hesitate to contact us for more information. Our agency remains available by email or chat.
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