Cameroonian visa for U.S. citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for U.S. 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 U.S. citizens to enter Cameroon for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Cameroon e-visa for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Cameroon visa on arrival for U.S. citizens | Not Available | |
Cameroon tourist visa requirements:
- Holding U.S. 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 United States, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Cameroon nearest your place of residence.
- Washington: The Embassy of Cameroon in Washington, United States (Working hours: Open now. Close in 1 hours 28 minutes)
Cameroon visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Cameroon diplomatic mission offices to United States for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from United States traveling to Cameroon from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (United States) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 71,589 | N/A |
| 2009 | 73,206 | 2.26% |
| 2010 | 84,231 | 15.06% |
| 2011 | 88,788 | 5.41% |
| 2012 | 120,099 | 35.26% |
| 2013 | 115,101 | -4.16% |
| 2014 | 120,834 | 4.98% |
| 2015 | 131,859 | 9.12% |
| 2016 | 146,118 | 10.81% |
| 2017 | 158,907 | 8.75% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Cameroon & United States comparison
Cameroon's area is approximately 472,710 km2 (182,514 sq mi), while the area of United States is approximately 9,147,420 km2 (3,531,837 sq mi). This means United States is 19.35 times bigger than Cameroon.
As of October 2025, Cameroon's population is ~30.0 million people - 310,783,677 fewer people than the population of United States.
We have highlighted Cameroon & United States’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Cameroon | United States | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 29,983,552 | 340,767,229 | 310.8 million fewer people live in Cameroon than United States |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 9 | 273 | Cameroon has 264 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with United States. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 20 | 134 | Cameroon passport holders visit 114 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 1147 | Cameroonian hosts 1094 fewer foreign missions than United States. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from United States travel to Cameroon in one year?
The number of visitors from United States visiting Cameroon in 2017 was approximately 158,907.
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