Cameroon visa for Australian citizens

For Australian passport holders planning a trip to Cameroon, the visa process is streamlined through an accessible e-visa system, offering options for both tourist and transit stays. This digital convenience is particularly helpful for such a significant journey; flights typically involve multiple layovers and can easily exceed 24 hours of travel time from major Australian cities to hubs like Douala or Yaoundé. Considering the significant cultural shift from Australia's predominantly English-speaking environment to Cameroon's dual French and English linguistic landscape and the use of the Central African CFA franc, careful preparation for currency exchange and basic French phrases will greatly enhance your visit. Before finalizing your travel plans, be sure to review the specific e-visa duration and associated costs relevant to your chosen visa type.

eVisa· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TransitTransit Visa - Up to 4 Days
4d$0valid 4d
TransitTransit Visa - Over 4 Days
$182
OtherShort Stay Visa - Up to 6 Months
180d$182valid 6mo
OtherShort Stay Express Visa - Up to 6 Months
180d$273valid 6mo
OtherLong Stay Visa - Up to 1 Year
365d$273valid 1y
TouristTourism Visa - 1 to 30 Days (Embassy Washington DC)
30d$93valid 1mo
TouristShort Stay Visa (Tourism/Business/Transit) – Up to 90 Days (e‑Visa Policy)
90d$182multiple-entryvalid 6mo
BusinessBusiness Short Stay Visa – Up to 90 Days (e‑Visa Policy)
90d$182multiple-entryvalid 6mo
WorkLong Stay Visa – Up to 6 Months (Work/Study/Family – General Policy)
180dvalid 6mo
OtherLong Stay Visa – Up to 1 Year (Embassy Washington DC, US Citizens)
365d$275valid 1y
OtherLong Stay Visa – Up to 6 Months (Embassy Washington DC, Non‑US Citizens)
180d$184valid 6mo
OtherCourtesy Visa
$0
WorkResidence Permit (after Long‑Stay Visa)
multiple-entry
OtherVisa Exemption for Ordinary Passport Holders
90d$0valid 3mo

A tax for visa on internal flights must be obtained upon arrival.

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