Basic Travel Requirements for Ghanaians visiting
Cameroon
Travelers are required to fulfill the following requirements in order to
apply for a Cameroonian Visa.
- A valid passport/travel ID
- Proof of financial resources to support you during your stay
- Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs)
- Two current passport-sized photos
- Medical/travel insurance
- Travel itinerary
- Letter of acceptance from university or place of study – for students
- A bank receipt to prove payment of processing fee
- Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.
Cameroon Visa for Ghanaians
Facts about Cameroon
Cameroon is known for its vast wildlife in the abundant natural parks. Nature lovers will enjoy every bit of their time in the country as they are guaranteed to spot rare species of creatures. Animals like Gorillas, elephants, hyenas, and giraffes are in abundance in various parks around the country.
Without a license, it is illegal to buy, sell, kill or capture any protected animal. You will incur a huge fine or receive a long-term prison sentence if you are caught doing this. Homosexuals will be apprehended and handed a prison sentence if caught.
Types of Cameroon Visa
| Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | 10 days | 90 days |
| Business visa | 10 days | 90 days |
General Requirements for Cameroon Visa
- A valid passport/travel ID
- Proof of financial resources to support you during your stay
- Proof of accommodation (or at least proof of sufficient finances to cover accommodation costs)
- Two current passport-sized photos
- Medical/travel insurance
- Travel itinerary
- Letter of acceptance from university or place of study – for students
- A bank receipt to prove payment of processing fee
- Some embassies/consulates may also request a criminal record certificate.
Cameroon Tourist Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is the type of visa issued to persons who intend to visit Cameroon for tourism purposes.
- You can also visit family and friends while on this visa.
- During the visa application, you will need to provide proof of sufficient funds to last the duration of your stay.
- The passport you are using must have at least two blank pages.
- You will need to submit an invitation letter from your host in Cameroon.
- This letter should clearly state the address and contact details of the host, as well as your relationship with them.
- You are advised to exit the country before your visa expires.
- This visa does not serve study purposes. You cannot be enrolled in any of the institutions of learning in the country.
Cameroon Business Visa Eligibility &
Requirements
- This is type of visa issued to Ghanaians traveling to Cameroon for business purposes.
- You may need to provide an invitation letter from the Cameroon company you will be visiting.
- This letter will contain their detailed address, accompanied with the dates of your trip.
- If are employed, you will have to present a certificate from your employer stating or allowing your business travel.
- Your bank statement from the last 6 months is needed.
- Self-employed people will submit proof of business registration.
- You cannot be gainfully employed while you are in the country with this visa.
- A document showing that you have the incentive of returning to your country is needed. This could be your child’s birth certificate or your original marriage certificate.
Cameroon Visa Fees
Tourist visa
184.00 (USD)
Business visa
184.00 (USD)
Cameroon Visa Application Centres & Embassies in
Ghana
Lagos
5 Elsie Femi Peatse Street, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria.
Email: cglagos@consulam-ng.org
Tel: (+234) 14 48 09 85