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United Arab Emirates to Cameroon visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to enter Cameroon for tourism. Apply online at the official portal evisacam.cm before travel; a yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. As of June 2026, holders of an ordinary United Arab Emirates passport must obtain a Cameroon eVisa before traveling, even for a short tourist visit. UAE MoFA lists normal UAE passports for Cameroon as visa-required and points travelers to Cameroon's eVisa application site; it also describes the tourism stay as 90 days. While a visa-on-arrival agreement for UAE ordinary passport holders was signed in October 2019, public travel guidance still treats ordinary passports as visa-required, so ordinary travelers should apply through the official online portal at evisacam.cm before travel. The short-stay eVisa fee is listed by Cameroon consular guidance as 153 EUR for normal processing (issued within 72 hours of payment) or 229 EUR for express processing (24 hours), with the short-stay category covering 1 to 180 days; travelers should follow the exact duration printed on the approved eVisa. A valid International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever is mandatory for entry, along with a passport valid for at least six months, proof of round-trip/onward travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. Travelers should apply at least 10 days before departure.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-17
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-06-17
Visa type
eVisa (apply online before travel)
Maximum stay
Tourism stay shown as 90 days; short-stay category covers 1-180 days depending on visa granted
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry (selectable at application)
from issue date
Visa fee
Approx. 153 EUR (normal) / 229 EUR (express)
consular fee only
Processing time
72 hours normal; 24 hours express (apply 10+ days ahead)
standard track
Validity
Short-stay category valid up to 180 days
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Verify your UAE ordinary passport is valid for at least six months beyond your intended entry date and has a blank page. Get vaccinated against yellow fever and obtain the International Certificate of Vaccination.
· 6-month passport validity· Yellow fever certificate mandatory
/02
Go to the official eVisa portal
Apply only through the official Government of Cameroon portal at evisacam.cm. Do not use third-party agency sites; embassies no longer accept paper applications.
· evisacam.cm· Online only
/03
Register and complete the application form
Create an account, fill in personal and travel details, and select the short-stay tourist category with single or multiple entry as needed.
· Create account· Select tourist short-stay
/04
Upload supporting documents
Upload your passport bio page, passport photo, yellow fever certificate, return/round-trip ticket, hotel or host accommodation proof, and evidence of sufficient funds.
· Passport scan· Return ticket· Accommodation proof
/05
Pay the fee online
Pay the visa fee online by card, PayPal, or mobile money. Payment is accepted only online; choose normal (72h) or express (24h) processing.
· Card / PayPal / mobile money· Online payment only
/06
Receive and print the eVisa
Once approved, download and print the eVisa. Carry it with your passport and yellow fever card; present them on arrival in Cameroon.
· Print eVisa· Carry yellow fever card
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
United Arab Emirates -> Cameroon · eVisa (apply online before travel)
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredUAE ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond entry with a blank page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Cameroon eVisa (printed copy)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredConfirmed return or round-trip flight ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
required
RequiredOnline payment method (card, PayPal, or mobile money)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedPrinted itinerary and contact details in Cameroon
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
Application link included: Official Cameroon eVisa Portal (Government of Cameroon)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Short-stay eVisa (normal processing)~153 EURIssued within 72 hours of payment
Short-stay eVisa (express processing)~229 EURIssued within 24 hours; optional faster service
Yellow fever vaccinationVaries (~50-100 AED at a clinic)Mandatory certificate; cost depends on provider in the UAE
Total estimate~153 EUR~229 EURincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Express eVisa processing
24 hours
Expedited online processing at a higher fee for urgent travel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
UAE normal passports are visa-required
UAE MoFA lists normal UAE passports for Cameroon as visa-required and directs travelers to the Cameroon eVisa site.
High
/02
Visa-on-arrival agreement never took effect
An October 2019 agreement to allow VOA for UAE ordinary passport holders was signed but has not entered into force, so it cannot be relied upon.
Medium
/03
Only diplomatic/service passports get special treatment
UAE diplomatic passport holders may enter visa-free (30 days) and service passport holders may get visa-on-arrival, but this does not apply to ordinary passports.
Medium
/04
Missing yellow fever certificate
A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry and is also checked during the eVisa application.
High
/05
Applying through unofficial agency sites
Only evisacam.cm is the official portal; using third-party sites risks higher fees or rejection.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-17
Cameroon eVisa stay and sources updated
Replaced third-party sources with official Cameroon eVisa, Cameroon consular, UAE MoFA, and Cameroon Embassy evidence; aligned stay wording with UAE MoFA's 90-day tourism note while keeping the short-stay eVisa category context.
2026-05-30 · major
United Arab Emirates to Cameroon route verified
Confirmed via Cameroon visa-policy references and the official evisacam.cm portal that UAE ordinary passport holders require an eVisa; the October 2019 visa-on-arrival agreement for ordinary passports has not entered into force.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a UAE ordinary passport holder get a visa on arrival in Cameroon?
No. Although a 2019 agreement to allow visa-on-arrival for UAE ordinary passports was signed, it never entered into force. Only UAE service-passport holders can currently get visa-on-arrival; ordinary passport holders must apply for an eVisa in advance.
Where do I apply for the Cameroon eVisa?+
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/11 — Passport tools

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