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Cameroon Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

e-Visa / eTA

Canadian citizens need an e-Visa for Cameroon — apply online at the government e-visa portal; fee is about USD 70 for a single-entry visa, processing about 72 hours.

Guide last updated September 29, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date, with at least 2 blank pages
  • Digital passport-style photo (color, plain background)
  • Scanned biodata page of your passport
  • Proof of onward/return travel
  • Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory for entry)
  • Travel health insurance is recommended given limited medical infrastructure outside major cities
  • No biometrics required online; photo and fingerprints may be captured on arrival

Visa types

  • Tourist e-visa: single entry, valid for a stay of up to 90 days, must be used within a set validity window from issue (typically 90 days)
  • Business e-visa: similar terms, generally requires an invitation letter from a Cameroonian company or organization
  • Multiple-entry visa: available at a higher fee, typically arranged through a Cameroonian diplomatic mission rather than the standard e-visa portal
  • Longer stays, study, or work require a separate long-stay visa or residence permit obtained after arrival through the Ministry of External Relations or a Cameroonian embassy.

How to apply online

  • Apply at the official Cameroon e-visa portal
  • Register an account and complete the application with passport, travel, and accommodation details
  • Upload your photo, passport scan, and yellow fever certificate
  • Pay online by credit card, approximately USD 70 for the single-entry tourist e-visa
  • Processing typically takes about 72 hours, though can extend during high-demand periods
  • Approval is issued as a printable e-visa; print it and present it with your passport and yellow fever certificate on arrival

Fees & processing time

  • Single-entry e-visa fee: approximately USD 70
  • No separate service center fee since the application is made directly online
  • Standard processing: about 72 hours
  • No official express option; apply at least 2 weeks before travel to allow for review delays
  • Total cost is the visa fee plus any bank card foreign-transaction charges

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Secure your yellow fever vaccination certificate well in advance, since it is required both for the visa application and for entry
  • Double-check that your invitation letter (for business visas) is on official letterhead with contact details, as incomplete letters are a common cause of delay
  • Check Canadian government travel advisories for the specific regions you plan to visit, since some areas of Cameroon (Far North, North-West, South-West regions) carry elevated risk advisories
  • Keep both digital and printed copies of your e-visa approval, since connectivity to verify visas online can be unreliable at smaller airports
  • Since Cameroon has no embassy in Canada, the e-visa portal is the most reliable application route for most Canadian travelers

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.