Cameroon Visa RequirementsFor Canada passport holders
A visa is required for Canadian passport holders traveling to Cameroon. The visa costs approximately $93 USD and permits a stay of up to 30 days.
Canada passport holders require a visa to enter Cameroon.
Apply for a Cameroonian visa at the nearest Cameroonian embassy or consulate. Canada does not have a Cameroonian embassy; the nearest options are in Washington D.C. or New York. Allow at least 3 to 4 weeks for processing. You will need a completed application form, passport photos, travel itinerary, yellow fever vaccination certificate, and proof of accommodation.
Entry Requirements
Passport Validity
6 months beyond date of entry
Blank Pages
2 blank pages required
Multiple Entry
Single entry only
Work Permitted
No - requires work visa
Current Travel Situation
Canada to Cameroon: What You Need to Know
Cameroon has a complex security situation, particularly in the Anglophone Northwest and Southwest regions where armed conflict has been ongoing since 2016. The Far North region also faces threats from Boko Haram. The Government of Canada advises against non-essential travel to multiple regions. Yaounde and Douala are somewhat safer but require vigilance.
Practical Tips
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers. Register with the Registration of Canadians Abroad before departure. Avoid the Northwest, Southwest, and Far North regions. French and English are both official languages. Cash in Central African CFA francs (XAF) is preferred outside major cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can Canadians apply for a Cameroon visa?
Canadians must apply at a Cameroonian embassy or consulate abroad, as there is no Cameroonian embassy in Canada. The nearest options are the Embassy of Cameroon in Washington D.C. or the consulate in New York. Allow 3 to 4 weeks for processing.
Is a yellow fever certificate required for Cameroon?
Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for all travelers entering Cameroon, regardless of their country of origin. You will be required to show it at immigration on arrival.
What regions of Cameroon should Canadians avoid?
The Government of Canada advises against all travel to the Anglophone Northwest and Southwest regions due to ongoing armed conflict. Non-essential travel is advised against in the Far North region due to Boko Haram activity. Exercise caution in all other regions.
What currency is used in Cameroon?
The Central African CFA franc (XAF) is the official currency. Credit card acceptance is very limited outside Yaounde and Douala. Bring adequate cash. The franc is pegged to the euro at a fixed rate.