Entry/Exit Requirements
Last verified: Sep 04, 2026
Entry Requirements at a Glance
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| Passport | Requirement | Typical stay | Approval Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
 Australia |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 Bangladesh |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 Canada |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 China |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 Germany |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 India |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 Nigeria |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 Philippines |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 Singapore |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 United Arab Emirates |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 United Kingdom |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 United States of America |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
 Vietnam |
Online visa required | 180 days | — |
Cameroon Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| eVisa / short-stay visa (1-180 days) | Varies - see notes | Sources conflict wildly -- figures found ranged from roughly $87.50 to about $165 for what appears to be the same single-entry short-stay visa. Confirm the exact current fee directly on the official portal before applying. |
Cameroon Visa FAQ
Do US citizens need a visa for Cameroon?
Yes. Cameroon does not offer visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry for US citizens; a visa (eVisa or consular) must be obtained in advance, along with proof of yellow fever vaccination, which is mandatory for entry.
How much does a Cameroon tourist visa cost?
Sources disagree significantly -- figures from roughly $87 to $165+ were found for what should be the same single-entry short-stay visa. Confirm the current figure directly with minrex.gov.cm or the nearest Cameroon embassy rather than relying on any single third-party number.
Cameroon Entry/Exit General Information
A valid passport, visa, evidence of yellow fever vaccination, and current immunization records are required for entry into Cameroon. As of May 5, 2014, people of all ages staying in Cameroon for longer than four weeks may be required to show proof of polio vaccination when departing Cameroon. Polio vaccine must be received between four weeks and 12 months before the date of departure from Cameroon and should be officially documented on a yellow vaccination card. You may be denied entry if you lack the proper documentation before entering the country. Airport visas are not available; obtain your visa before traveling to Cameroon.
Cameroon does not recognize dual nationality and considers U.S. citizens of Cameroonian descent to have lost their Cameroonian citizenship. Naturalized U.S. citizens of Cameroonian descent should enter Cameroon using their U.S. passports, and should be sensitive to possible hostility on the part of Cameroonian officials regarding their changed citizenship. Visit the website of the Embassy of Cameroon for the most current visa information. You should obtain the latest information on entry requirements from this website or directly from the Embassy of the Republic of Cameroon, 3400 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, tel.: (202) 265-8790, fax: (202) 387-3826.
The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Cameroon.
Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs and Import Restrictions page.
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Total Land Area: 472,710 km2
Population/km2: 56.16
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