--- title: Spain visa for citizens of Cameroon description: "Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Spain and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: €90 + €30 service fee. Processing: 15–45 days. Documents checklist and application steps." canonical: https://nowah.xyz/visa/spain/cameroon lastModified: 2026-09-05 --- # Spain visa for citizens of Cameroon Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Spain and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. *Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.* Official application site: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/yaunde/en/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Visados.aspx ## Key facts - **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days) - **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center - **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 days - **Entries:** Single entry - **Processing time:** 15–45 days - **Government fee:** €90 + €30 service fee - **Passport validity:** At least 6 months - **Biometrics:** Required - **Appointment:** Required - **Interview:** Not required - **Onward or return ticket:** Required - **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for last 3 months showing sufficient funds (approx. €90 per day of stay) ## How to apply 1. **Determine visa type and gather documents** — Check if you need a short-stay Schengen visa (tourist, business, family visit) and collect all required documents listed above. 2. **Complete the visa application form** — Fill out the official Schengen visa application form online or manually, then print and sign it. 3. **Book an appointment at BLS International** — Visit the BLS Spain visa application centre website for Cameroon and schedule an appointment for document submission and biometrics. 4. **Pay the visa fee** — Pay the €80 visa fee (plus service fee if applicable) at the BLS centre or via the payment method specified on the appointment confirmation. 5. **Attend the appointment in person** — Go to the BLS centre in Yaoundé or Douala with all original documents and copies. Submit biometrics (fingerprints and photo). 6. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 15 calendar days, but can extend up to 45 days in complex cases. 7. **Collect passport** — Once notified, collect your passport from the BLS centre or opt for courier delivery (if available). 8. **Verify visa details** — Check the visa sticker for correct dates, number of entries, and validity period upon receipt. ## Documents checklist - **Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond planned departure from Schengen area - **Completed and signed Schengen visa application form** (Identity): Download from BLS website or embassy portal - **Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background)** (Identity): Must meet ICAO standards - **Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)** (Travel): Valid for entire Schengen area and duration of stay - **Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation** (Travel): Not necessarily paid, but confirmed booking - **Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement)** (Travel): For entire stay in Schengen area - **Bank statements for last 3 months** (Financial): Original or certified copy - **Employment letter or proof of student status** (Employment): Stating position, salary, and approved leave - **Proof of civil status (marriage certificate, birth certificate of children if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): If traveling with family - **Cover letter explaining purpose of visit and itinerary** (Supporting): Briefly describe travel plans and ties to home country - **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Pay at BLS centre or via bank transfer as instructed - **Copy of previous Schengen visas (if any)** (Supporting, optional): To show travel history - **Proof of residence in Cameroon (if not a national)** (Identity, optional): For non-Cameroonian passport holders residing in Cameroon - **Invitation letter from host in Spain (if applicable)** (Supporting, optional): Must be notarized or registered with local police ## Proof of funds - **Minimum balance:** Approximately €90 per day of intended stay (or equivalent in XAF) - Bank statements (last 3 months) - Sponsorship letter with sponsor's bank statements - Traveler's cheques - Credit card statements If sponsored, the sponsor must provide a letter and proof of their financial means. ## Good to know - Visa does not guarantee entry; final decision is made by border authorities upon arrival in Schengen area. - Incomplete or fraudulent documents will lead to rejection. - Processing times may be longer during peak seasons (summer, holidays). ## Common refusal reasons - **Insufficient or unclear proof of funds** — Provide bank statements showing consistent balance and a cover letter explaining financial means. - **Lack of travel insurance or invalid insurance** — Purchase a policy that covers at least €30,000 and is valid for the entire Schengen area. - **Weak ties to home country (risk of overstay)** — Submit proof of employment, property, family, or other commitments in Cameroon. - **Incomplete application form or missing documents** — Double-check the checklist and ensure all fields are filled and signed. ## FAQs ### Do citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Spain? Citizens of Cameroon need a visa for Spain and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Schengen Visa · Tourist (up to 90 days). ### How long can citizens of Cameroon stay in Spain? Up to 90 days. ### How much does the Spain visa cost for citizens of Cameroon? Government fee: €90 + €30 service fee. ### How long does Spain visa processing take? Typically 15–45 days. ### What documents do citizens of Cameroon need for Spain? Valid passport (with at least 2 blank pages, issued within last 10 years); Completed and signed Schengen visa application form; Two recent passport-size photographs (35x45mm, white background); Travel health insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage); Round-trip flight itinerary or reservation; Proof of accommodation (hotel bookings, invitation letter, or rental agreement); and 8 more. ### How long must my passport be valid for Spain? At least 6 months. ### Where do I apply? On the official site: https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/yaunde/en/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Visados.aspx ## Sources - [exteriores.gob.es](https://www.exteriores.gob.es/Consulados/yaunde/en/ServiciosConsulares/Paginas/Visados.aspx) ## More - [Spain visa for every passport](/visa/spain) - [Every destination for Cameroon passport holders](/visa/passport/cameroon)