Somali passport holders must obtain a Cameroon visa before travel; apply at a Cameroon mission—eVisa is not available for Somali citizens.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Max stay 90 days
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Proof of return or onward travel required.
Entry requirements
- Cameroon requires Somali citizens to obtain a visa in advance; eVisa and visa on arrival are not available for Somali passport holders.
- Apply at a Cameroon embassy or consulate (e.g. Addis Ababa, Nairobi) before travel.
- Required: valid passport (6+ months), application form, photos (35mm x 45mm), flight itinerary, yellow fever certificate, proof of onward travel.
- Processing typically takes at least 5 business days; apply at least 3 months before departure.
Stay
Tourist visa typically allows up to 90 days.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.
eVisa is not available for Somali citizens. Apply at a Cameroon diplomatic mission well in advance.
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Sources
- Cameroon Consular Services Portal — eVisa Cameroon
- UK Government travel advice — Cameroon entry requirements
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date.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.