Benin to Cameroon visa requirements
Beninese passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Cameroon. The visa application is processed online through the official portal.
Last verified: 2026-02-05
At a glance
What Benin travellers need to know
If you hold a Benin passport and plan to visit Cameroon for tourism, current guidance indicates you need eVisa.
Beninese passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Cameroon. The visa application is processed online through the official portal.
Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.
Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended stay.
Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travelers from Benin.
Use only official Cameroon government portals and confirm current requirements and processing rules before you travel.
Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Benin to Cameroon.
Entry requirements
- Cameroon's official e-Visa portal accepts applications from Beninese citizens for tourist purposes.
- Processing typically takes 3 working days for standard applications (or 2 days for express).
- Fees range from 100,000 CFA Francs for standard processing to 150,000 CFA Francs for express.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travelers from Benin.
Use only official Cameroon government portals and confirm current requirements and processing rules before you travel.
How to prepare (Benin → Cameroon)
- 1
Apply on the official Cameroon eVisa portal before you travel.
- 2
Upload a clear passport scan and any supporting documents the form requests.
- 3
Pay the fee online and save the approval PDF/email.
- 4
Check processing time and apply early enough for your departure date.
- 5
Carry a printed and phone copy of the approved eVisa to the airport.
Documents checklist
- Valid Benin passport (check validity rules above)
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation in Cameroon
- Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
- Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
- Printed/digital copy of your approved eVisa or travel authorisation
- Travel insurance (recommended)
Frequently asked questions
Do Benin citizens need a visa for Cameroon?
Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Benin travellers need eVisa for tourism to Cameroon. Beninese passport holders must obtain an e-Visa before traveling to Cameroon. The visa application is processed online through the official portal.
How long can I stay in Cameroon on a Benin passport?
Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Cameroon immigration guidance before travel.
What documents should Benin travellers carry to Cameroon?
At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travelers from Benin.
Where can I verify Cameroon entry rules officially?
Start with: Cameroon Consular Services Portal (official) — eVisa Cameroon. Requirements can change without notice.
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This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.