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title: Cameroon visa for citizens of the DR Congo
description: "Citizens of the DR Congo need a visa for Cameroon and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $80. Processing: 3–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Cameroon visa for citizens of the DR Congo

Citizens of the DR Congo need a visa for Cameroon and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Cameroon eVisa · Tourist
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 3–7 days
- **Government fee:** $80
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statement or equivalent showing sufficient funds

## How to apply

1. **Create an account** — Register on the official eVisa portal and verify email
2. **Complete application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload passport, photo, flight, hotel, bank statement, and vaccination certificate
4. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the USD 80 fee online via credit/debit card
5. **Submit application** — Review and submit the application
6. **Receive approval letter** — Wait 3-7 working days; approved eVisa sent via email as PDF
7. **Print and present at border** — Carry the printed eVisa and passport for entry inspection

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Passport-sized photo** (Supporting): Recent color photograph on white background
- **Return flight booking** (Travel): Confirmed onward or return ticket
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Proof of accommodation for the entire stay
- **Bank statement** (Financial): Last 3 months showing sufficient funds
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): International certificate of vaccination
- **Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): From host in Cameroon, notarized if required
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended covering medical expenses

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient for stay (no fixed amount specified)
- Bank statement (last 3 months)
- Cash/traveler's checks at entry

Bank statement must show regular transactions

## Good to know

- Ensure all uploaded documents are clear and in color; blurry scans may cause rejection.
- The eVisa is single entry only - cannot re-enter Cameroon once you leave.
- Must have at least one blank visa page in passport.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incorrect or incomplete information on application** — Double-check all entries before submission; use passport data exactly
- **Poor quality documents** — Scan at 300 dpi, color, clearly showing all details
- **Invalid vaccination certificate** — Ensure yellow fever vaccine is WHO approved and certificate is signed and stamped

## FAQs

### Do citizens of the DR Congo need a visa for Cameroon?

Citizens of the DR Congo need a visa for Cameroon and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: Cameroon eVisa · Tourist.

### How long can citizens of the DR Congo stay in Cameroon?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Cameroon visa cost for citizens of the DR Congo?

Government fee: $80.

### How long does Cameroon visa processing take?

Typically 3–7 days.

### What documents do citizens of the DR Congo need for Cameroon?

Valid passport; Passport-sized photo; Return flight booking; Hotel reservation; Bank statement; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 2 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Cameroon?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- evisacam.com (evisacam.com, third-party site)

## More

- [Cameroon visa for every passport](/visa/cameroon)
- [Every destination for DR Congo passport holders](/visa/passport/dr-congo)