How Indian passport holders get a visa for Cameroon: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: eVisa — apply online before travel
- Government fee: USD 100-150 (~₹8,400-12,600) for a short-stay tourist eVisa. Rush options at additional cost.
- Processing time: Standard 9-11 working days; rush 7-9; super rush 5-7. Apply 3-4 weeks ahead.
- Maximum stay: Short-stay visa: up to 6 months validity, stay up to 90 days per entry. Long-stay: up to 1 year.
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 60/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from arrival, 2 blank pages
- Recent passport-size photo (white background)
- Confirmed return / onward ticket
- Hotel bookings or invitation letter
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)
- Proof of funds
- Travel insurance (recommended)
How & where to apply
Apply on the official Cameroon eVisa portal. The system replaces in-person embassy visits for tourist visas. Cameroon eVisa (official, evisacam.cm)
Transit & connections
Airside transit through Douala (DLA) or Yaoundé (NSI) for non-Cameroon destinations does not require entry.
How Cameroon compares in Africa
With an ease score of 60/100 this is a moderate-effort application for Indians — start early and follow the document checklist exactly. Cameroon uses an online e-visa for Indian passport holders — no embassy visit is needed at application time.
| Country | Visa type | Government fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇲 Cameroon | eVisa — apply online before travel | USD 100-150 (~₹8,400-12,600) for a short-stay tourist eVisa. Rush options at additional cost. | Standard 9-11 working days; rush 7-9; super rush 5-7. Apply 3-4 weeks ahead. |
| 🇲🇺 Mauritius | Visa-free — 60 days on arrival | No visa fee. MauPass digital declaration is free. | Stamp issued at SSR International Airport on arrival |
| 🇸🇨 Seychelles | Visa-free — Travel Authorisation required online | Standard: €10 (≈ ₹950) processed in 24h. Premium: €30 (≈ ₹2,850) processed in 6h. | Standard 24 hours, Premium 6 hours |
| 🇰🇪 Kenya | eTA — Electronic Travel Authorisation online | USD 30 + USD 2 service fee = USD 32 (≈ ₹2,700) | Usually within 3 working days |
| 🇪🇬 Egypt | eVisa — apply online before travel | USD 25 single-entry / USD 60 multiple-entry (≈ ₹2,100 / ₹5,000) | Usually 3–7 working days |
| 🇹🇿 Tanzania | eVisa — apply online before travel | USD 50 single-entry (90 days) / USD 100 multiple-entry (12 months) — ≈ ₹4,200 / ₹8,400 | Usually 2–5 working days; apply at least 10 days before travel |
| 🇪🇹 Ethiopia | eVisa — apply online before travel | USD 62 (30 days single-entry) / USD 152 (90 days single-entry) — ≈ ₹5,200 / ₹12,800 | Standard 3 working days; same-day option available at higher fee |
Fees and processing times are indicative and change with exchange rates and season — always confirm on each country's official source before applying.
Good to know
Yellow fever certificate is MANDATORY at port of entry. Cameroon has limited Indian tourism — most travellers are business or NGO. Northern regions have ongoing security concerns (MEA advisory may apply). Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://evisacam.cm/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Cameroon?
eVisa — apply online before travel. Yellow fever certificate is MANDATORY at port of entry. Cameroon has limited Indian tourism — most travellers are business or NGO. Northern regions have ongoing security concerns (MEA advisory may apply). Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Cameroon visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from arrival, 2 blank pages; Recent passport-size photo (white background); Confirmed return / onward ticket; Hotel bookings or invitation letter; Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory); Proof of funds; Travel insurance (recommended)
How long does a Cameroon visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: Standard 9-11 working days; rush 7-9; super rush 5-7. Apply 3-4 weeks ahead.. Government fee: USD 100-150 (~₹8,400-12,600) for a short-stay tourist eVisa. Rush options at additional cost.. Maximum stay: Short-stay visa: up to 6 months validity, stay up to 90 days per entry. Long-stay: up to 1 year..
How do Indians apply for a Cameroon visa?
Apply on the official Cameroon eVisa portal. The system replaces in-person embassy visits for tourist visas. Official source: https://evisacam.cm/
Is a Cameroon visa hard to get for Indian citizens?
With an ease score of 60/100 this is a moderate-effort application for Indians — start early and follow the document checklist exactly. No interview is normally required.
Can Indians get a Cameroon visa online or on arrival?
Cameroon uses an online e-visa for Indian passport holders — no embassy visit is needed at application time.
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