Cameroon Passport Rules for UK Travellers
Quick answer: FCDO advises against travel to some parts of Cameroon. Your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Cameroon. You need a visa. Apply for an e-visa online if flying in; for land or sea arrivals get a physical visa from an embassy first.
Cameroon travel requirements at a glance
6 months from arrival
Needed: e-visa online before you fly
Certificate required to enter
Make sure your passport is stamped
Official source: GOV.UK Cameroon entry requirements.
Passport rules: quick summary
- Passport valid 6 months after arrival
- Visa required, no visa on arrival
- Yellow fever certificate required
- Get your passport stamped at the border
Passport validity for Cameroon
GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Cameroon. You will be denied entry if your passport has been reported lost or stolen.
Check the expiry date against your arrival date, not just your return date, before you book.
Visas
You must have a visa to enter Cameroon. Apply for an e-visa online and allow time, as some people have technical problems with the service. You cannot get a visa on arrival at Yaoundé or Douala airport.
If you arrive by road or sea, you must get a physical visa from a Cameroon embassy or high commission before you travel. E-visas cannot be used at land or sea borders.
Arriving and border checks
Make sure the border officer stamps your passport when you arrive.
You must have a certificate to prove you've had a yellow fever vaccination. You must declare any goods that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need 6 months on my passport for Cameroon?
Yes. GOV.UK says your passport must have an expiry date at least 6 months after the date you arrive in Cameroon.
Do I need a visa for Cameroon?
Yes. You must have a visa to enter Cameroon. Apply for an e-visa online before you fly, as there is no visa on arrival at Yaoundé or Douala airport.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Cameroon?
Yes. GOV.UK says you must have a certificate to prove you've had a yellow fever vaccination to enter Cameroon.