🇦🇷Argentina

🇨🇲CameroonAR-CM

Argentina to Cameroon visa requirements

Q: Is the Cameroon visa fully electronic?

It is an eVisa: you apply and pay online and receive a QR authorization, but the physical visa sticker is issued at the airport after biometric enrollment.

Q: What is the official application website?

The official MINREX portal is evisacam.cm. Many other sites are paid intermediaries that add service fees.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required?

Yes. A valid international yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Cameroon.

Q: How early should I apply?

Apply at least 10 days before departure. Standard processing runs from about 72 hours up to 7 working days.

Q: Does Cameroon use the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS?

No. Cameroon is in Central Africa and is not part of the Schengen area, so neither the 90/180-day rule nor ETIAS applies.

Argentine ordinary passport holders need an eVisa to enter Cameroon for tourism. Apply online before travel at the official portal evisacam.cm; the physical visa sticker is issued at the airport on arrival after biometric capture. Cameroon is not visa-free for Argentine citizens and is not part of the Schengen area, so no 90/180 or ETIAS rules apply. Since 2023 Cameroon operates an electronic visa (eVisa) system run by the Ministry of External Relations (MINREX) through the official portal evisacam.cm. An Argentine tourist must create an account, complete the online form, upload supporting documents (passport, return ticket, proof of accommodation, yellow fever certificate), and pay the fee online. After approval an electronic authorization with a QR code is emailed; this lets the traveler board the flight. The final, physical visa sticker is affixed to the passport at the port of entry after biometric enrollment (fingerprints and photo). The short-stay eVisa typically permits stays up to 30 days as a tourist (the system also offers longer 180-day and 1-year options), and single- or multiple-entry variants exist. The closest Cameroonian diplomatic mission to Argentina is in Brasilia, Brazil, but the eVisa removes the need to visit a consulate in person. 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

Electronic visa (eVisa), tourist — sticker finalized on arrival

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (short-stay tourist); longer 180-day options available

per entry

Entries

Single entry (multiple-entry options available)

from issue date

Visa fee

Government fee approx. XAF 75,000 (about USD 120); third-party services charge more

consular fee only

Processing time

72 hours to about 7 working days online; sticker issued on arrival

standard track

Validity

Enter within 90 days of issuance; stay per visa category

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm passport validity

Ensure your Argentine ordinary passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay and has at least two blank pages.

· 6-month validity· 2 blank pages

/02

Create an account on the official portal

· evisacam.cm· Official MINREX site

/03

Complete the online form and upload documents

Fill in personal and travel details and upload your passport bio page, return/onward ticket, proof of accommodation, and yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· Passport scan· Yellow fever certificate

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the government fee using a credit card or mobile payment as prompted on the portal.

· Credit card· Mobile money

/05

Receive the eVisa authorization (QR code)

Within roughly 72 hours to 7 working days you receive an emailed authorization with a QR code that lets you board your flight.

· QR code by email· Print a copy

/06

Complete biometrics and collect the sticker on arrival

At the Cameroonian port of entry, present the QR authorization, give fingerprints and a photo, and receive the physical visa sticker in your passport.

· Biometrics on arrival· Physical sticker issued

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

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Visa typeTravel date

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RequiredArgentine ordinary passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredCompleted online application on evisacam.cm

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style digital photo

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredScan of passport bio-data page

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation letter)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredValid yellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredOnline payment of the visa fee

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedPrinted copy of the eVisa QR authorization for arrival

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

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.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesCameroon Official eVisa Portal (MINREX) — evisacam.cm Wikipedia — Visa policy of Cameroon Wikipedia — Visa requirements for Argentine citizens

Application link included: Cameroon Official eVisa Portal (MINREX) — evisacam.cm

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Government eVisa fee (short stay)approx. XAF 75,000 (about USD 120)Paid online on the official portal

Express / rush processing (optional)USD 99-139Charged by third-party services for faster handling

Yellow fever vaccinationvaries by clinicMandatory certificate; not part of the visa fee

Total estimateXAF 75,000 (about USD 120) — USD 371 (via third-party service with express handling)incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online processing

72 hours to ~7 working days

Apply on the official portal at least 10 days before departure; authorization emailed with QR code.

Express / rush (third-party)

5-7 working days

Faster processing offered by visa-service intermediaries for an extra fee.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

Argentina and Cameroon have no mutual visa-exemption arrangement, so a visa is required.

High

/02

Argentina not on Cameroon's exempt list

Cameroon only waives visas for a handful of neighbouring African states; Argentina is not among them.

High

/03

eVisa system in force since 2023

Cameroon replaced most consular tourist visas with the online eVisa managed by MINREX.

High

/04

Biometric capture required

Cameroon collects fingerprints and a photo on arrival to issue the physical sticker.

Medium

/05

Yellow fever entry rule

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry into Cameroon.

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

Argentina to Cameroon route verified

Confirmed eVisa requirement for Argentine ordinary passport holders against the official MINREX portal (evisacam.cm) and Cameroon visa-policy sources; biometric collection and sticker issuance occur on arrival.

/09 — The questions