Cameroon
Entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full 鈥楤ritish citizen鈥� passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government鈥檚 understanding of Cameroon鈥檚 current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Cameroon set and enforce entry rules. If you鈥檙e not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the .
Passport validity requirements
To enter Cameroon, your passport must have an 鈥榚xpiry date鈥� at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Visa requirements
You must have a visa to enter Cameroon.
You must 鈥� some people encounter technical problems with this online service, so apply in good time.
You cannot get a visa on arrival at either Yaound茅 or Douala airport.
If you travel to Cameroon by road or sea, you must get a physical visa before you arrive by applying at your nearest Cameroon embassy or high commission. You cannot get an e-visa at land or sea borders.
If you are in Cameroon and have questions about your immigration status, contact the General Delegation for National Security in Yaound茅:
Telephone: +237 22221 2884
Make sure you get your passport stamped.
Make sure the border control officer puts a stamp in your passport.聽
Vaccine requirements
To enter Cameroon, you must have a certificate to prove you鈥檝e had a yellow fever vaccination.
For more details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see .
Customs rules
There are strict rules . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.