Cameroon

A Visa is REQUIRED for any travel to Cameroon.

Gather, complete, and submit the requirements below.

Tourist Visa Requirements

  • Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Cameroon, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Cameroon.  Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
  • Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
  • 2 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.  Glasses should not be worn
  • Bank Statement. Copy of the applicant’s most recent monthly bank statement. The statement must clearly show the applicant’s name as the account holder, the balances of the accounts, the date of the statement, and the complete transaction record for the month.
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination. Copy of International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever will be required.
  • Covid Vaccination Certificate. Front and Back Copy of your Covid Vaccination Card.
  • Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.

Business Visa Requirements

  • Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Cameroon, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Cameroon.  Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
  • Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
  • 2 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background.  Glasses should not be worn
  • Letter of invitation. The organization you will be visiting is responsible for providing the invitation. A copy is acceptable. This letter must:
    • Be written on company letterhead
    • Include the full local address and phone number of the organization or person to be visited
    • Request the same validity of visa as in the Business Introduction Letter
    • Specify the number of entries you are requesting for your visa
    • Guarantee financial and legal responsibility for the traveler for the duration of stay
    • Be legalized by the local police department in Cameroon
  • Business Letter. A business letter from the sending company in the US. The letter should be printed on the company letterhead stationery, addressed to “The Consulate of Cameroon, Visa Section”, and signed by a senior manager, Vice-President or above. The business letter must adhere to the following guidelines:
    • Briefly introduce the applicant and specify employment status/position held in the company by applicant.
    • State the nature of the business to be conducted (ie. business meetings, contract negotiations, etc.) and the names and addresses of companies to be contacted in Cameroon.
    • Specify the Type and desired Validity of the visa (ie. a one year multiple entry business visa).
    • Guarantee of sufficient funds for travel.
    • Sample Company Letter of Guarantee
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination. Copy of International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever will be required.
  • Covid Vaccination Certificate. Front and Back Copy of your Covid Vaccination Card.
  • Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.

Visitor Visa Requirements

  • Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Cameroon, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Cameroon.  Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
  • Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
  • 2 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background. Glasses should not be worn
  • Letter of Invitation. A certificate of accommodation “certificat d’hebergement” which is undersigned/NOTARIZED by Administrative or Immigration authorities in Cameroon. Note that this is not required if the applicant is of Cameroonian origin.
  • Yellow Fever Vaccination. Copy of International Certificate of Vaccination for Yellow Fever will be required.
  • Covid Vaccination Certificate. Front and Back Copy of your Covid Vaccination Card.
  • Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.

Official Visa Requirements

  • Original, signed U. S. Passport with at least 6 months of remaining validity beyond stay in Cameroon, with adequate unused visa pages to allow for entry and exit stamps upon arrival and departure from Cameroon.  Note* Amendment pages in the back of your passport are NOT to be used for entry and exit stamps or visa issuance.
  • Visa Application Form. Please download, print, complete and sign the Visa application.
  • 2 Recent Passport-type photograph (2″ x 2″) in color, front view with white background. Glasses should not be worn
  • State Department Letter. A letter from the US Department of State, sending department, or agency, addressed to “Embassy of Cameroon, Washington D.C.”, explaining purpose of travel and dates of the trip. Letter must contain the applicant’s name and the passport number.
  • Itinerary. Copy of round trip tickets or confirmed itinerary.
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Instructions

Please send the passport(s) and all completed documents to the address below:

Atlas Visa Services, Inc.
1751 Clarendon Blvd
Arlington, VA 22209

Service Fees

Fee Type Duration Processing Time Consular Fee Service Fee Total Fee
Long Stay Visa Up to 6 months 7 business days $189 $100 $289
Long Stay Visa Up to 6 months 3-5 business days $279 $150 $429
Long Stay Visa Up to 1 year 7 business days $280 $100 $380
Long Stay Visa Up to 1 year 3-5 business days $370 $150 $520

Other Information

FedEx Options

  • $45.50 Fed Ex Letter (Not Including AK +HI – USA ONLY)
  • $85.00 Fed Ex Envelope (First Overnight – Overweight package)
  • $57.50 Fed Ex (Saturday Delivery – USA ONLY)

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