Cameroonian visa for Canadian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Canadian passport holders visiting Cameroon for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Canadian citizens to enter Cameroon for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Cameroon e-visa for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cameroon visa on arrival for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
Cameroon tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Canadian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Cameroon.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Cameroon.
If you are looking for Cameroon visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Canada, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Cameroon nearest your place of residence.
- Ottawa: The High Commission of Cameroon in Ottawa, Canada (Working hours: Close now)
- Vancouver: The Consulate General of Cameroon in Vancouver, Canada (Working hours: Open now. Close in 2 hours 36 minutes)
Cameroon visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cameroon diplomatic mission offices to Canada for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Canada traveling to Cameroon from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Canada) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 7,156 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7,445 | 4.04% |
| 2010 | 7,373 | -0.97% |
| 2011 | 6,939 | -5.89% |
| 2012 | 7,373 | 6.25% |
| 2013 | 6,939 | -5.89% |
| 2014 | 6,867 | -1.04% |
| 2015 | 7,229 | 5.27% |
| 2016 | 7,373 | 1.99% |
| 2017 | 7,518 | 1.97% |
| 2018 | 7,301 | -2.89% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cameroon & Canada comparison
Cameroon's area is approximately 472,710 km2 (182,514 sq mi), while the area of Canada is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi). This means Canada is 19.24 times bigger than Cameroon.
As of November 2025, Cameroon's population is ~30.0 million people - 9,438,127 fewer people than the population of Canada.
We have highlighted Cameroon & Canada’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cameroon | Canada | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 29,983,552 | 39,421,679 | 9.4 million fewer people live in Cameroon than Canada |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 144 | Cameroon has 135 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Canada. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 129 | Cameroon passport holders visit 109 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 469 | Cameroonian hosts 416 fewer foreign missions than Canada. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Canada travel to Cameroon in one year?
The number of visitors from Canada visiting Cameroon in 2018 was approximately 7,301.
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- Yaounde to Ottawa: 12832.63 km (7973.83 mi)
- Travel time: 26 hours 44 minutes
This page was last updated on: November 2025