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Do Finland passport holders need a visa to visit CM?

Finnish ordinary passport holders need a visa for Cameroon, but it is obtained online as an eVisa via the official portal evisacam.cm before travel. There is no visa-free or standard tourist visa-on-arrival channel for Finns. Finland is not on Cameroon's visa-exempt list, so a Finnish ordinary passport holder must hold a visa for any short tourist visit. Since the launch of Cameroon's electronic visa system in 2023 (official portal evisacam.cm), the standard route is an eVisa applied for online before departure. The process is: pre-register online, pay the fee, receive an electronic approval, then complete biometric enrolment and collect the printed visa on arrival at the port of entry. The short-stay visa is valid for up to 180 days and can be issued for single or multiple entries. Normal processing is around 72 hours after payment (24 hours under the express option), and the High Commission advises applying at least 10 days before travel. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory and the passport must be valid for at least six months. Cameroon is not part of the Schengen area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.
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.
/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
eVisa (short-stay tourist), biometric enrolment completed on arrival
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per visit (short-stay visa valid up to 180 days)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry (as granted)
from issue date
Visa fee
EUR 153 (short-stay, normal processing)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 72 hours after payment (24 hours express); apply 10+ days ahead
standard track
Validity
Short-stay visa valid up to 180 days from issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and documents
Verify your Finnish passport is valid at least 6 months beyond travel and has a blank page. Obtain a yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry.
· 6-month validity· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Register on the official portal
Create an account and start an application at the official Cameroon eVisa portal evisacam.cm. Avoid third-party agent sites that add service fees.
· evisacam.cm· Official only
/03
Complete the application form
Select the short-stay tourist visa, enter personal and travel details, and upload your passport bio page, photo, return/onward ticket and proof of accommodation.
· Short-stay type· Upload documents
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the short-stay fee (EUR 153 normal, EUR 229 express) by card or accepted online payment method. Processing starts after payment is confirmed.
· Card payment· EUR 153 / 229
/05
Receive electronic approval
Wait for the visa to be issued, typically within 72 hours (24 hours express). Download and print the approval / electronic visa notice.
· ~72 hours· Print approval
/06
Complete biometrics and collect visa on arrival
On arrival at the Cameroonian port of entry, complete biometric enrolment and receive the printed visa sticker in your passport.
· Biometrics on arrival· Port of entry
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
Finnish passport valid 6+ months with a blank page
required
Completed online eVisa application on evisacam.cm
required
Recent passport-style photograph
required
Passport bio-data page scan
required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
required
Return or onward flight ticket
required
Proof of accommodation or hotel booking
required
Visa fee paid online (card)
required
Printed electronic visa approval to show on arrival
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Short-stay eVisa (normal processing)EUR 153Up to 180 days validity; ~72h processing
Short-stay eVisa (express processing)EUR 229Issued within ~24 hours after payment
Transit visaEUR 153Up to 30 days maximum, if transiting
Long-stay eVisaEUR 305Up to 360 days; not needed for short tourism
Total estimateEUR 153EUR 229incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Express processing
~24 hours after payment
Faster issuance at an additional cost for last-minute travel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Finland has no visa-exemption agreement with Cameroon, so a visa is mandatory for all visits.
High
/02
eVisa system since 2023
Cameroon moved to a mandatory online eVisa via evisacam.cm, replacing most embassy sticker applications.
High
/03
Yellow fever requirement
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry and is checked on arrival.
Medium
/04
Biometric enrolment on arrival
Travelers must complete fingerprint/biometric capture at the port of entry to receive the visa.
Medium
/05
No standard tourist visa on arrival
Visa-on-arrival is generally limited to diplomatic/service passport categories, not ordinary tourists.
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
Finland to Cameroon route verified
Confirmed via the official evisacam.cm portal and Cameroon High Commission FAQ that Finnish ordinary passport holders need an eVisa (short-stay EUR 153 normal / EUR 229 express, biometrics on arrival, yellow fever certificate required).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can Finnish citizens get a visa on arrival in Cameroon?
No standard tourist visa on arrival is available. Finns must apply for the eVisa online first; only biometric enrolment and visa collection happen on arrival.
Where do I apply for the Cameroon eVisa?+
How long can I stay in Cameroon on a tourist eVisa?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
How early should I apply?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Cameroon?+
/11 — Passport tools

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