USA – Cameroon

US nationals, UK nationals, Canadians, Australians, South Africanss, New Zealanders, Irish nationals, require a passport and a visa to enter Cameroon.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ENTRY VISA TO CAMEROON

01. Original passport with validity period of at least six (6) months after the projected expiration date of the visa;
02. Two application forms to be completed and signed by the applicant; In the case of under-aged persons, the application must be signed by the legal guardian;
03. Two passport-size photographs with white background (Both ears must be seen);
04. An application fee (cf. Consular Fees) paid in Cash (only for applications submitted in person to the Embassy) or in the form of a money order, certified check or a check drawn from a business bank account.
05. A visa fee (cf. Consular Fees) submitted separately, paid in cash (only for applications submitted in person to the Embassy) or in the form of a money order, certified check or a check drawn from a business bank account.
06. Copy of the vaccination certificate showing proof of yellow fever immunization.

07.Types of visas

- Tourism Visa : For tourists Up to Thirty (30) days – Consular Fees
- Short Stay Visa : For visitors, travelers on business, and students(* Up to Three (3) months – Consular Fees
- Long Stay Visa : For visitors, travelers on business, and students(* Up to Six (6) months – Consular Fees

- Transit Stay Visa : For visitors, travelers on business, and students(* Up to Five (5) days – Consular Fees
- Short or Long Stay Courtesy visa : For diplomats, government officials and members of international organizations with diplomatic or official passports – Depends on the nature of the assignment – Free of charge

08. Documents required as related to type of visa requested:

a) For tourists: one copy of round-trip tickets, or documents from airline or travel agency confirming that a reservation has been made , that return trip tickets have been purchased or that a ticket for continuing the journey is available; (2) Bank statement from prospective traveler or proof of sufficient resources to be used during stay in Cameroon;

b) For visitors: one certificate of accommodation issued by the inviting party, and undersigned by Administrative or Immigration authorities; (2) Copy of round-trip tickets or airlines or travel agency receipt bearing the traveler’s name; Warranty of repatriation is requested when applying for a Long Stay visa;

c) For travelers on business:
- One company letter guaranteeing financial and legal responsibilities while in Cameroon.
- One copy of legalized letter of introduction from thoroughly identified business partners in Cameroon, or contract of employment between traveler(s) and partners in Cameroon, undersigned by Administrative Authorities in both cases;
- In the visa application form, indicate exact address and telephone number of contacts in Cameroon;

d) For students:
- Acceptation letter from a recognized school in Cameroon;
- Letter from US school acknowledging the student’s trip to Cameroon and eventually guaranteeing financial and legal responsibilities for the student while in Cameroon;

e) For diplomats, government officials, and members of international organizations with diplomatic or official passports: Official request from Government or International Governmental Organization; warrant for mission or mission order;

f) For transit:
- Copy of tickets, or documents from airline or travel agency confirming that a reservation has been made and that a ticket for continuing the journey is available.
- Visa from the country of destination;

g) For all types of visa: any other document or information to be requested by the Embassy.

NOTES:

01. MINORS TRAVELING TO CAMEROON:
For minors, in addition to the aforementioned requirements, the following documents are also needed:
a) Notarized letter of support jointly signed by both parents or legal guardians agreeing with the trip and specifying who will be traveling with the child;
b) If parents or guardians are Cameroonians, provide original passport(s) and copy of immigration document(s) attesting of their residency status in the U.S. (e.g. green card, I-20 form for students, any set of documents justifying that a procedure of adjustment of status is in progress…);
c) If parents or guardians are not Cameroonians, provide copy of passport pages bearing photo and validity information;
d) This also applies to any third party taking a child to Cameroon on behalf of the parents.

02. U.S. citizens born in Cameroon or of Cameroonian origin do not need to provide a certificate of accommodation.

IMPORTANT GENERAL INFORMATION
01. Payments with personal checks or credit cards will NOT be accepted;
02. Applicants residing in the U.S.A. are advised to obtain their visas from the Cameroon Embassy at the above indicated address;
03. Visa applications are accepted by mail or only between 9:00am and 1:00pm, Monday through Friday at the Cameroon Embassy. Processing time for a visa is approximately 4 business days. Passports shall be picked up only between 3:00pm and 4:00pm;
04. When issued, a visa must be used within 90 days, i.e. the recipient must enter Cameroon within that time frame;
05. Applicants unable to pick up their passport in person from the embassy are responsible for making necessary arrangements to get them back.