Cameroon e-Visa for citizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of the Democratic Republic of the Congo apply online before departure, for stays up to 30 days.
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Allowed stay
30 days
Our guide to the Cameroon visa from the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Holders of a Democratic Republic of the Congo passport must obtain an e-visa or electronic authorization online before travelling to Cameroon. The application must be made through the official portal or with the relevant embassy before departure.
The associated permitted stay is 90 days. This stay period is not necessarily the document’s validity period or the processing time. Check the current instructions on the official portal before submitting an application.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Travellers holding a Democratic Republic of the Congo passport must have an e-visa or electronic authorization before travelling to Cameroon. The application must be completed before departure, not left until arrival. The associated permitted stay is 90 days.
How much does an e-visa for Cameroon cost from the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
The official fee for an e-visa for Cameroon is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Cameroon really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Cameroon?
Documents required for an e-visa for Cameroon:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Passport scan (data page)
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
- Visa fee payment
Documents and fees
The documents to upload and any applicable fees must be checked directly on the official portal or with the relevant Cameroon embassy. Do not rely on a list published by an unofficial website, as requirements may be incomplete. Review the official instructions before submitting the application.
How to apply for an e-visa for Cameroon from the Democratic Republic of the Congo
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How to apply
Apply online before departure through the official portal of the Cameroonian authorities. Follow the steps shown on that portal and provide the information requested in the application form. If portal access or the procedure is unclear, contact the relevant Cameroon embassy for official guidance.
Where do you apply for a visa for Cameroon from the Democratic Republic of the Congo?
An e-visa for Cameroon is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
You live in the Democratic Republic of the Congo on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in the Democratic Republic of the Congo but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Cameroon take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing times and advice
No processing time is stated here, so check the official portal before making travel arrangements. Submit the online application early enough to follow the authorities’ instructions. Keep a copy of the application and of the electronic authorization received, in line with official guidance.
Before you fly, and at the border
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Common mistakes
A common mistake is confusing the 90-day permitted stay with the authorization’s validity period or its processing time. Another is using an unofficial intermediary website that may add excessive charges. Use the official portal as your first source and check all entered information before submission.
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Other visa types for Cameroon
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
Guide generated automatically on September 12, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Duration
30 days
Official websiteTo confirm
Business visa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
€152
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Work visa
Work visa
Duration
1 year (renewable)
Price
150,000–200,000 XAF
Processing time
30 business days
Official websiteVerified
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