Cameroon passport → Senegal

Senegal visa for citizens of Cameroon

Visa on arrivalVisa on Arrival · Tourist

Citizens of Cameroon can get a visa on arrival in Senegal.

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

Key facts

Entry route	Visa on Arrival · Tourist
How to apply	Get your visa at the border
Maximum stay	Up to 90 days
Processing time	On arrival
Passport validity	At least 6 months
Biometrics	Not required
Appointment	Not required
Interview	Not required
Onward or return ticket	Required
Proof of funds	May be requested

How to apply

1
Arrive at a Senegalese airport or land border
Visa on arrival is available at Dakar Blaise Diagne International Airport and some land borders.
2
Proceed to the visa on arrival counter
Look for the 'Visa on Arrival' desk before passport control.
3
Submit required documents and pay the fee
Present passport, photo, onward ticket, and accommodation proof. Fee is paid in local currency or euros.
4
Receive visa and proceed to immigration
Visa is stamped into passport; then go through passport control.

Documents checklist

Identity

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity
Must have at least two blank pages
Passport-sized photograph
Recent, white background

Travel

Return or onward ticket
Proof of departure from Senegal
Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation
For the duration of stay

Financial

Proof of sufficient funds
Optional
May be requested by immigration officer

Supporting

Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Required for entry from endemic countries

Proof of funds

Cash
Credit card
Bank statement

Amount not specified; sufficient for stay expected.

Good to know

Visa on arrival may be denied if documents are incomplete.
Only available at certain entry points; check before travel.
Fee amount may vary; have cash in XOF or EUR.

Common refusal reasons

Insufficient passport validity

Ensure passport valid for at least 6 months from entry date.

Missing onward ticket

Have a confirmed return or onward ticket.

No proof of accommodation

Book a hotel or have an invitation letter.

FAQ

Do citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Senegal?

Citizens of Cameroon can get a visa on arrival in Senegal. Visa type: Visa on Arrival · Tourist.

How long can citizens of Cameroon stay in Senegal?

Up to 90 days.

What documents do citizens of Cameroon need for Senegal?

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity; Passport-sized photograph; Return or onward ticket; Hotel reservation or proof of accommodation; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Proof of sufficient funds.

How long must my passport be valid for Senegal?

At least 6 months.

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