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Do UAE passport holders need a visa to visit CM?

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 May 2026, holders of an ordinary United Arab Emirates passport must obtain a Cameroon eVisa before traveling, even for a short tourist visit. Cameroon grants visa-free entry to only a handful of nationalities, and the UAE is not among them. While a visa-on-arrival agreement for UAE ordinary passport holders was signed in October 2019, it has never entered into force; visa-on-arrival is currently available only to UAE service-passport holders, and visa-free entry only to UAE diplomatic-passport holders. Ordinary travelers must therefore apply through the official online portal at evisacam.cm, which is the sole accepted channel (embassies and consulates no longer accept paper applications). The short-stay eVisa costs around 153 EUR for normal processing (issued within 72 hours of payment) or about 229 EUR for express processing (24 hours). 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 onward travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds. Travelers should apply at least 10 days before departure.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
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 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (apply online before travel)
Maximum stay
Up to 30-90 days depending on visa granted (short-stay category covers 1-180 days)
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

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UAE ordinary passport valid 6+ months beyond entry with a blank page
required
Approved Cameroon eVisa (printed copy)
required
International Certificate of Vaccination against yellow fever
required
Recent passport-style photograph
required
Confirmed return or round-trip flight ticket
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host invitation)
required
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
required
Online payment method (card, PayPal, or mobile money)
required
Travel/medical insurance
recommended
Printed itinerary and contact details in Cameroon
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/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

Normal eVisa processing
72 hours
Standard online processing after payment; apply at least 10 days before departure.
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 not on Cameroon's visa-exempt list
Cameroon waives visas for only a small group of nationalities; UAE ordinary passport holders are not exempt and must obtain an eVisa.
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
2026-05-30 · major
United Arab Emirates to Cameroon route verified
Confirmed via Wikipedia visa policy of Cameroon 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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