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Spain to Cameroon visa requirements

Yes, Spanish passport holders need a visa for Cameroon. Apply online for the Cameroon eVisa (short-stay) via the official portal evisacam.cm before travel; you receive an online authorization with a QR code, then complete biometric enrollment and have the visa printed on arrival at the airport. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Cameroon is not a visa-free or visa-on-arrival destination for Spanish (ES) ordinary passport holders. Since the rollout of the electronic visa system, all foreign visitors including EU/Spanish citizens must obtain travel authorization in advance through the official Cameroon eVisa portal (evisacam.cm). The process has four stages: pre-register and complete the online form, pay the fee online, receive a digital authorization with a QR code by email, and then complete mandatory biometric enrollment plus visa printing at the entry border post (or beforehand at a diplomatic post). Under the standard procedure the visa is issued within 72 hours of payment; an express option (within 24 hours) is available at extra cost. The short-stay visa permits a stay of up to 180 days and can be single or multiple entry. Cameroon is NOT part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS are not relevant here. A valid passport with at least six months validity, proof of accommodation, return/onward ticket, proof of sufficient funds, and an International Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate are required; the yellow fever card is mandatory for entry. Travelers should apply only through the official portal to avoid third-party service surcharges.
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) - short-stay, obtained online before travel with biometric enrollment and visa printing on arrival
Maximum stay
Up to 180 days (short-stay visa)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry (selectable during application)
from issue date
Visa fee
100,000 FCFA (approx. EUR 153) for standard short-stay processing
consular fee only
Processing time
Issued within 72 hours of online payment (standard); 24 hours with express option at extra cost
standard track
Validity
Short-stay visa valid for up to 180 days; passport must be valid at least 6 months
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm passport and yellow fever requirements
Ensure your Spanish passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond travel and that you have an International Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry into Cameroon.
· 6 months passport validity· Yellow fever card mandatory
/02
Register on the official eVisa portal
Create an account on the official Cameroon consular portal at evisacam.cm. Avoid third-party sites that charge extra service fees.
· evisacam.cm· Official portal only
/03
Complete the online application form
Fill in your personal and travel details, select short-stay tourist visa, choose single or multiple entry, and upload required documents (passport scan, photo, accommodation proof, return ticket).
· Short-stay / tourist· Upload documents
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the visa fee using a credit card or supported online/mobile payment method. Standard short-stay is 100,000 FCFA (approx. EUR 153).
· 100,000 FCFA· Card / mobile payment
/05
Receive the QR-code authorization
After approval (within 72 hours under standard processing), you receive an online visa authorization with a QR code by email. Print this and carry it for travel.
· 72 hours standard· QR code by email
/06
Complete biometrics and print visa on arrival
On arrival at the airport or border post, complete the mandatory biometric enrollment (fingerprints/photo) and have your visa printed before entering Cameroon.
· Biometrics on arrival· Visa printed at border
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Spain -> Cameroon · Electronic visa (eVisa) - short-stay, obtained online before travel with biometric enrollment and visa printing on arrival
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RequiredSpanish passport valid at least 6 months with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredCompleted online eVisa application on evisacam.cm
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
RequiredQR-code visa authorization (printed) received by email
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredInternational Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation in Cameroon (hotel booking or invitation)
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RequiredReturn or onward travel ticket
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
required
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredVisa fee paid online (card or mobile payment)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
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: Cameroon High Commission UK - eVisa Application Procedures FAQ
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Short-stay eVisa (standard, 72h)100,000 FCFA (approx. EUR 153)Standard processing, stay up to 180 days
Short-stay eVisa (express, 24h)approx. EUR 229Faster processing at additional cost
Transit visaCurrently free (0 FCFA)Up to 30 days transit
Total estimate100,000 FCFA (approx. EUR 153)approx. EUR 229incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Express eVisa processing
Within 24 hours
Faster issuance available at additional cost for travelers on a tight schedule.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Spain and Cameroon have no mutual visa-exemption agreement, so Spanish ordinary passport holders cannot enter visa-free.
High
/02
Mandatory eVisa system
Cameroon requires all foreign visitors to obtain advance electronic travel authorization through the official evisacam.cm portal.
High
/03
Yellow fever certificate required
An International Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry and is checked on arrival.
Medium
/04
Biometric enrollment on arrival
Visa holders must complete fingerprint/photo enrollment and have the visa printed at the border before entry.
Medium
/05
Not a Schengen / EU destination
Cameroon is outside the Schengen area, so EU freedom of movement and the 90/180 rule do not apply.
Low
/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
Spain to Cameroon route verified
Verified via the Cameroon High Commission FAQ and official evisacam.cm portal: Spanish ordinary passport holders require a short-stay eVisa (online authorization with QR code, biometric enrollment on arrival), issued within 72 hours, fee 100,000 FCFA / approx. EUR 153, stay up to 180 days; yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Spanish citizens need a visa to visit Cameroon?
Yes. Spanish ordinary passport holders must obtain a Cameroon eVisa (short-stay) online before travel; there is no visa-free or pure visa-on-arrival option.
How do I apply for the Cameroon eVisa?+
How long does processing take?+
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/11 — Passport tools

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