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Visa-Free Travel Guide

Where a Cameroon Passport Can Go Visa-Free

A Cameroonian passport gives real visa-free, visa-on-arrival and e-Visa access to a solid range of destinations outside Africa — from Singapore and the Philippines to several Caribbean and Pacific nations. Here is exactly what is genuine and what you need to prepare before travelling.

Before you book: visa policies change often and can depend on your specific passport, purpose of travel and length of stay. Always confirm on the destination's official source link below — shown next to every entry — before purchasing tickets.

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Caribbean

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Dominica

Up to 6 months

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.
  • A valid return ticket confirming you'll leave Dominica.
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay and a local address (a hotel booking is enough).
  • Complete Dominica's online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card at edcard.dominica.gov.dm within 3 days of travel — you'll get a confirmation QR code by email to show alongside your passport on arrival.
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Barbados

Up to 90 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for the full length of your trip.
  • A return or onward ticket showing you'll leave before your 90 days are up.
  • Complete the free online Barbados Immigration & Customs (ED) Card at travelform.gov.bb no more than 72 hours before you arrive — save the confirmation QR code to show at the airport with your passport.
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Grenada

Up to 3 months

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your arrival date.
  • Vaccination certificates for Hepatitis A, Polio, Tetanus, Typhoid and Yellow Fever may be requested at the border — carry your WHO Yellow Card just in case.
  • Proof of accommodation, evidence of sufficient funds, or an outward ticket — immigration can ask for any combination of these.
  • Complete the free online Immigration and Customs form at edcard.gov.gd before you arrive; save the confirmation for the airport.
  • A departing Airport Service Charge is collected from every visitor when you leave — budget for it in cash.

A departing Airport Service Charge applies to all visitors on exit.

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Saint Lucia

Up to 6 weeks

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for your full stay.
  • Complete the Saint Lucia Electronic Immigration Form at travelslu.govt.lc before boarding your flight — you'll receive a QR code by email to show alongside your passport on arrival.
  • A return or onward ticket and proof of accommodation.
  • Because granting the visa on arrival is at the discretion of the immigration officer on duty, arranging your visa in advance through a Saint Lucia diplomatic mission removes any uncertainty at the airport.
  • If you need longer than 6 weeks, apply for an extension at the main Immigration office in Castries before your time runs out.

Granting the visa on arrival is at the immigration officer's discretion — arranging it in advance through a Saint Lucia mission avoids any risk at the airport.

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Bahamas

Up to 90 days (single-entry)

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.mofa.gov.bs — the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' form has around 39 questions, so have your documents scanned and ready before you start.
  • Passport valid for more than 6 months.
  • Round-trip ticket and proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address) as required uploads.
  • A medical certificate, financial statements or copies of any past visas may also be requested.
  • Processing takes 7–10 business days — apply at least two weeks before you travel.
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Antigua and Barbuda

Up to 1 month

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.immigration.gov.ag — there is no Antigua and Barbuda embassy in Cameroon, so this is the only route in.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Proof of onward or return travel.
  • Standard processing takes around 5 working days, so apply at least a week ahead.

Americas

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Colombia

Up to 90 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online through Colombia's Cancillería portal — the session can time out, so have your details ready and complete it in one sitting (around 30 minutes).
  • Valid passport and scanned copies of relevant pages, including any past Colombian visas or entry stamps.
  • Two separate payments are required: the application fee, then a second fee once approved.
  • Complete the Check-Mig form online within 72 hours before your flight — mandatory for every traveller entering Colombia, regardless of visa status.
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Ecuador

Up to 30 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply online through Ecuador's official eVisa portal at serviciosdigitales.cancilleria.gob.ec.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay, plus a return flight ticket, proof of accommodation and evidence of sufficient funds.
  • The fee is split into two parts — around $50 for the application and $30 for issuing the eVisa once approved, roughly $80 total.
  • The approved eVisa stays valid for 90 days from issue, but only authorises a single 30-day stay once you use it — plan your actual travel dates before applying.

Asia

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Singapore

Up to 30 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
  • Proof of onward or departure travel.
  • Submit the free SG Arrival Card with Electronic Health Declaration online within 3 days before you arrive — required of every traveller regardless of visa status; never pay a third-party site to do this for you.
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Philippines

Up to 30 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
  • Return or onward ticket.
  • Register for a free eTravel QR code at etravel.gov.ph within 72 hours of your flight — complete all 4 sections and download your QR code before you fly; this applies to every international arrival.
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Hong Kong

Up to Set per approval

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the pre-arrival eVisa registration online at immd.gov.hk/eng/evisaonline.html before you travel — no in-person embassy visit is needed.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Once approved, you'll be issued an "e-Visa" rather than a passport sticker — keep the approval email or printout with you when you travel.
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Maldives

Up to 30 days (free)

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation (resort/hotel booking), and evidence of sufficient funds — roughly $100/day.
  • Complete the IMUGA Traveller Declaration online at imuga.immigration.gov.mv within 96 hours before your flight — this generates the QR code checked on arrival. The visa itself is free; this declaration is the only "paperwork" needed.
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Timor-Leste

Up to 30 days

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.
  • Return or onward ticket, or other proof you can fund your own departure.
  • Pay the $30 visa-on-arrival fee in cash in US dollars — cards are not a reliable option at the border.

Only available at Dili International Airport or Dili Sea Port.

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India

Up to 60 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply online at indianvisaonline.gov.in — the e-Tourist Visa (eTV) covers most travellers.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months, a recent digital photo and a scan of your passport bio page.
  • A valid Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate (at least 10 days old, from a government-approved clinic) — mandatory for every traveller from Cameroon.
  • Processing takes 3–5 business days; fee around $25, paid online by card.
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Vietnam

Up to 90 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply online at evisa.gov.vn — enter your personal, passport and travel details, including your named entry/exit checkpoints.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with 2 completely blank pages.
  • A digital passport-style photo (4x6cm, white background) and a scan of your passport data page (max 2MB, .jpg format).
  • Fee is $25 for single entry or $50 for multiple entry; approval by email in 4–5 working days.
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Thailand

Up to 60 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply online at the official Thai e-Visa platform (thaievisa.go.th) — since 1 January 2025 this is the only route, with no more in-person embassy applications.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months and a recent ICAO-standard passport photo.
  • Proof of funds — 30,000 THB for a single-entry visa, or 120,000 THB for multiple-entry.
  • A National ID, utility bill, rental agreement, employer letter or bank statement as proof of your current address.
  • Processing takes at least 15 working days — submit at least a month before you travel.
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Malaysia

Up to 14 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the Malaysia eVisa online at the official MyVISA portal — 24/7 live chat support is available if you get stuck.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.
  • Proof of onward or departure travel.

Middle East

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United Arab Emirates

Up to 30 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online through the official ICP Smart Services portal.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months, plus a passport photo meeting the UAE's size and format rules.
  • Standard processing takes about 3 business days; faster paid options are available.
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Qatar

Up to Set per approval

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the Hayya Tourist Visa (A1) online at hayya.qa, or via the Hayya app, before you fly.
  • A hotel reservation is required as part of the application, checked against Qatar's approved-hotel list.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
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Bahrain

Up to 14 days

e-Visa (apply online, no embassy visit)

What you still need before you travel:

  • Apply for the eVisa online at the official evisa.gov.bh portal — Bahrain's NPRA warns that no third-party site is authorised to process this for you.
  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Return or onward ticket.

Oceania

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Vanuatu

Up to 120 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.
  • Confirmed return or onward ticket — a one-way ticket alone isn't accepted unless you can show other confirmed onward transport arrangements.
  • Access to at least 40,000 VUV (roughly $325) per month of your stay — a bank statement, cash, or a support letter from a host in Vanuatu will satisfy this.
  • No visa or pre-registration is required at all — this is a genuinely open-door entry.
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Kiribati

Up to Up to 90 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.
  • Proof of onward or return travel and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay.
  • Kiribati groups exempt nationalities into schedules with different conditions — confirm the exact tier for Cameroonian passport holders with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Immigration ([email protected]) before booking.
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Micronesia

Up to 30 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 120 days beyond your date of entry.
  • Proof of onward travel and evidence of sufficient funds.
  • No visa needed — a local extension of up to 60 additional days can be arranged once you're there.
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Samoa

Up to Up to 60 days

Visa-Free

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Confirmed onward or return ticket and evidence of sufficient funds.
  • No advance application — entry is granted directly at the immigration counter on arrival.
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Tuvalu

Up to 1 month

Visa on Arrival

What you still need before you travel:

  • Passport valid for at least 6 months.
  • Return or onward ticket, proof of accommodation and evidence of sufficient funds.
  • Pay the visa-on-arrival fee (around AUD 100) in cash — more than 30 nationalities are exempt, so ask whether Cameroon qualifies.
  • No online visa system exists — everything is arranged in person with the Office of the Chief Immigration Officer in Vaiaku, Funafuti (+688 20-101 / 20-100).

No online visa system — arranged in person on arrival in Funafuti.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers on whether a Cameroon passport needs a visa for each destination above.

Is Dominica visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Dominica visa-free for up to 6 months, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months from your date of entry.

Is Barbados visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Barbados visa-free for up to 90 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for the full length of your trip.

Is Grenada visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Grenada visa-free for up to 3 months, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond your arrival date.

Is Saint Lucia visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Cameroonian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Saint Lucia for up to 6 weeks, without applying in advance. Passport valid for your full stay.

Is Bahamas visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Bahamas, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days (single-entry). Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.mofa.gov.bs — the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' form has around 39 questions, so have your documents scanned and ready before you start.

Is Antigua and Barbuda visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Antigua and Barbuda, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 1 month. Apply for the eVisa online at evisa.immigration.gov.ag — there is no Antigua and Barbuda embassy in Cameroon, so this is the only route in.

Is Colombia visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Colombia, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply for the eVisa online through Colombia's Cancillería portal — the session can time out, so have your details ready and complete it in one sitting (around 30 minutes).

Is Ecuador visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Ecuador, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 30 days. Apply online through Ecuador's official eVisa portal at serviciosdigitales.cancilleria.gob.ec.

Is Singapore visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Singapore visa-free for up to 30 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.

Is Philippines visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Philippines visa-free for up to 30 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your stay.

Is Hong Kong visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Hong Kong, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to Set per approval. Apply for the pre-arrival eVisa registration online at immd.gov.hk/eng/evisaonline.html before you travel — no in-person embassy visit is needed.

Is Maldives visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Cameroonian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Maldives for up to 30 days (free), without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Is Timor-Leste visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Cameroonian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Timor-Leste for up to 30 days, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.

Is India visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for India, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 60 days. Apply online at indianvisaonline.gov.in — the e-Tourist Visa (eTV) covers most travellers.

Is Vietnam visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Vietnam, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 90 days. Apply online at evisa.gov.vn — enter your personal, passport and travel details, including your named entry/exit checkpoints.

Is Thailand visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Thailand, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 60 days. Apply online at the official Thai e-Visa platform (thaievisa.go.th) — since 1 January 2025 this is the only route, with no more in-person embassy applications.

Is Malaysia visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Malaysia, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 14 days. Apply for the Malaysia eVisa online at the official MyVISA portal — 24/7 live chat support is available if you get stuck.

Is United Arab Emirates visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for United Arab Emirates, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 30 days. Apply for the eVisa online through the official ICP Smart Services portal.

Is Qatar visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Qatar, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to Set per approval. Apply for the Hayya Tourist Visa (A1) online at hayya.qa, or via the Hayya app, before you fly.

Is Bahrain visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Cameroonian passport holders need an e-Visa for Bahrain, applied for entirely online before departure — no embassy visit required for up to 14 days. Apply for the eVisa online at the official evisa.gov.bh portal — Bahrain's NPRA warns that no third-party site is authorised to process this for you.

Is Vanuatu visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Vanuatu visa-free for up to 120 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your arrival date.

Is Kiribati visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Kiribati visa-free for up to Up to 90 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months with at least one completely blank page.

Is Micronesia visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Micronesia visa-free for up to 30 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 120 days beyond your date of entry.

Is Samoa visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Yes — Cameroonian passport holders can enter Samoa visa-free for up to Up to 60 days, with no visa application needed before travel. Passport valid for at least 6 months.

Is Tuvalu visa-free for Cameroonian passport holders?

Not visa-free, but close: Cameroonian passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Tuvalu for up to 1 month, without applying in advance. Passport valid for at least 6 months.