Cameroon visa for New Zealand citizens

For Cameroon passport holders, a visa is required to enter New Zealand, with six distinct categories available, including options for tourist, business, student, and work purposes. Successfully obtaining one of these visas, which typically costs around NZD 200 for a tourist stay of up to 90 days, means preparing for an exceptionally long journey across numerous time zones; expect flights to involve multiple layovers and a significant 11-hour time difference between Yaoundé and Wellington. This journey, bridging the vibrant West African nation with the remote, pristine island landscapes of Aotearoa, underscores the unique global connections modern travel offers. To make the most of your visit, ensuring you have New Zealand Dollars ready and familiarizing yourself with local etiquette are practical steps for a smooth entry into this Southern Hemisphere gem.

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

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