Greece Visa RequirementsFor Cameroon passport holders
Cameroonian citizens require a Schengen visa to visit Greece, applied through a Schengen embassy in Cameroon.
Cameroon passport holders require a visa to enter Greece.
Confirm the processing embassy (typically French Embassy Yaounde) for Greek Schengen visas from Cameroon. Then submit the standard Schengen document package: application form, valid passport, two photos, confirmed flights to Greece, accommodation bookings, travel insurance, bank statements, and proof of employment or income. The fee is EUR 80 (approximately $87 USD). Applications should be submitted at least 15 calendar days before travel.
Greece is part of the Schengen Area. Your stay counts toward the 90-day limit within any 180-day period for the entire Schengen zone. Learn more about Schengen rules →
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
3 months beyond departure from Schengen
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Cameroon to Greece: What You Need to Know
Greece is a Schengen Area member, requiring Cameroonian passport holders to obtain a Schengen C visa before travel. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days in a 180-day period. Greece does not have a dedicated embassy in Cameroon, so applicants typically apply through the French Embassy in Yaounde or another Schengen member embassy with representation for Greece.
Greece is popular among Cameroonian tourists for its Mediterranean beaches, ancient history, and island destinations like Santorini and Mykonos. Although Greece is not a primary destination for Cameroonian travelers compared to France or Germany, interest is growing among higher-income and travel-savvy Cameroonians.
Before applying, confirm with the French Embassy or German Embassy in Yaounde which embassy handles Schengen applications specifically for Greece from Cameroon.
Practical Tips
Greece is busiest during July and August; book flights and accommodation well in advance for summer travel. Ferry connections between Greek islands require separate bookings. Travel insurance must be valid across all Schengen countries, not just Greece.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Cameroonian citizens need a visa for Greece?
Yes. Greece is a Schengen member. Cameroonian passport holders must obtain a Schengen C visa before traveling. The visa permits up to 90 days in any 180-day period.
Where do Cameroonians apply for a Greek Schengen visa?
Greece has no standalone embassy in Cameroon. Apply at the French Embassy in Yaounde or the designated Schengen representative embassy after confirming the current arrangement.
What is the Schengen visa fee for Greece?
The Schengen visa fee is EUR 80, approximately $87 USD. It applies uniformly to all Schengen member countries.
When is the best time for Cameroonians to visit Greece?
The best time is May to June or September to October, when the weather is warm but crowds are smaller than peak July to August. The Greek islands are most accessible from April to October when ferry services run fully.