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Bangladesh |
30 days |
Bangladesh has a population of 162 million people, home to the largest river delta in the world and the most colorful cycle rickshaws. |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Bangladesh must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Bangladesh consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Bangladesh the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Bangladesh are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Bolivia |
90 days |
Bolivia is a country of some 11 million people popular for its ancient Andean ruins, its thick jungles, and for having "zebras" control traffic. |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Bolivia must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Bolivian consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Bolivian the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Bolivia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Cape Verde |
30 days |
Cape Verde is country in Africa known for being one of the most developed countries in Africa where you can get drunk on Sugarcane. |
- Cameroonians travelling to Cape Verde are given visas upon arrival for a variable duration of stay of at least 30 days (depending on the embassy’s decision).
- Passports of citizens should be valid for a minimum period of one month from the date of entry into Cape Verde.
- Passports must have with at least one blank passport page available for Cape Verde visa stamp.
- Amendment pages in the back of the passport are not suitable for Cape Verde visa stamps.
- Cameroonians will be required to provide a recent passport-type photograph of two by two inches with a front view and a white background.
- Citizens of Cameroon travelling to Cape Verde are required to present International Yellow Fever vaccination certificate
- Cameroon citizens above the age of 2 years are required to pay a special entry tax on arrival to Cape Verde.
- Guns, Ammunition and Drugs require a special license to be brought into the country.
- An additional health certificate is required if pets are brought into the country, particularly dogs.
- There is zero tolerance towards possessing, using or trafficking any type of illegal drugs as convicted offenders can expect long jail sentences and heavy fines.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Praia, Cape Verde is 5 hours, 30 minutes.
- Cape Verde adopts the Cape Verde Standard Time zone (GMT-1) placing Cameroon 2 hours ahead of Cape Verde.
- Most visits to Cape Verde are trouble-free, but you should take sensible precautions against petty crimes.
- Cape Verde is famous for its warm tropical climate, volcanic islands, wonderful musicians, and delicious cuisine.
- The official language of instruction and government in Cape Verde is Portuguese.
- In the major cities, public bus transport runs periodically and taxis are common. In smaller towns, there are mostly hi aces and/or taxis. Boat transportation is also available, though not widely used nor dependable.
- Cape Verde has two seasons, the dry season (Time of winds) is between October to mid-July while the rainy season starts from August to September
- Cape Verde inhabitants generally practice Christianity as its national religion.
- For Cape Verde there are two associated plug types, C and F. The country operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
- One of the biggest tourist attractions of Cape Verde are its Islands and safe snorkeling adventures.
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Comoros |
45 days |
Comoros is a country in East Africa with a population of less than a million where a wedding can last up to three weeks. |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Comoros first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Comoros consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Comoros the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 45days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Comoros are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Ethiopia |
90 days |
Ethiopia is the second-most populous nation in Africa, full of vibrant and colourful festivals and is home to the first cup of coffee. |
- Cameroon citizens can get visas on arrival for travelling to Ethiopia as tourists and the maximum duration of stay is 90 days.
- An electronic visa is also available for the aforementioned period of time.
- Visitors are required to possess one copy of a filled visa application form.
- The passport photographs of visitors must have been taken for at least 6 months with one copy of a recent photograph of size 37mmX37mm upon arrival.
- Departure tax would be levied on visitors leaving the country or staying beyond the duration of stay.
- Standard travel documents like passport or national ID card will generally be sufficient to visit Ethiopia.
- For Ethiopia, there are two associated plug types, types C and F. The country operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
- Ethiopia's time zone is East Africa Time (GMT+3) therefore, Ethiopia is 2 hours ahead of Cameroon.
- Travellers from one year and above are required to show proof of Yellow Fever vaccination.
- If you plan to work, study, volunteer, or conduct business in Bolivia, you must apply for a separate visa (Specific Purpose Visa).
- Visitors are only allowed to hold one litre of alcoholic drinks, two bottles or half a litre of perfume, half a pound of tobacco, 100 cigarettes or 50 cigars for adults only, souvenirs up to a value of ETB 10 on entry.
- Visitors are allowed to hold goods bought in Ethiopia up to a value of ETP 500 at departure.
- Visitors are required to hold animal hides and skins and any type of antiques such as swords, bibles provide they have a certificate of export for such goods.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a certificate of good health issued by a veterinarian in the home country.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is 4 hours, 18 minutes.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Visitors are allowed to hold local currency up to ETP 100 per person, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies provided the imported sums are declared to the customs on arrival. Foreign currency may be exchanged only through authorized banks and organizations.
- Visitors are allowed to export local currency provided the visitor has a re-entry permit up to ETB 100 per person and they are allowed to export foreign currencies up to the amounts imported and declared.
- Ethiopia is the most populous landlocked country in the world and the second-most populous nation on the African continent.
- The nation is a land of natural contrasts, with its vast fertile west, its forests, and numerous rivers, and the world's hottest settlement of Dallol in its north.
- Ethiopia uses the ancient Ge’ez script, which is one of the oldest alphabets still in use in the world.
- The country uses the Ethiopian calendar, which is approximately seven years and three months behind the Gregorian calendar.
- Ethiopia is a multilingual nation with around 80 ethnolinguistic groups, the four largest of which are the Oromo, Amhara, Somali and Tigrayans.
- The skull of the hominid (ancestors of the homo Erectus) is said to have been discovered in Ethiopia by Tim D. White. The most well known hominid discovery is Australopithecus afarensis.
- The predominant climate type is tropical monsoon, with a wide topographic-induced variation.
- Ethiopia is a global centre of avian diversity. To date, more than 856 bird species have been recorded in Ethiopia, twenty of which are endemic to the country.
- Agriculture constitutes around 85% of the labour force. However, the service sector represents the largest portion of the economy.
- English and Italian are the most widely spoken foreign language, and is the medium of instruction in secondary schools although, most people in the country speak Afroasiatic languages of the Cushitic or Semitic branches.
- The Ethiopian empire was one of the first in the world to officially adopt Christianity as the state religion.
- The best-known Ethiopian cuisine consists of various types of thick meat stews, known as wat in Ethiopian culture, and vegetable side dishes served atop injera, a large sourdough flatbread made of teff flour.
- Almost universally in Ethiopia, it is common to eat from the same dish in the centre of the table with a group of people. It is also a common custom to feed others in your group with your own hands.
- Traditional Ethiopian cuisine employs no pork or shellfish of any kind, as they are forbidden in the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian, Islamic and Jewish faiths.
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Ghana |
30 days |
Ghana has a population of some 25.5 million people. It is rich in gold, rich in cocoa and in Ghana, pregnant women eat clay! |
- Cameroon nationals intending to travel to Ghana are granted visa on arrival for a stay up to 30 days.
- All visitors are required to have purchased return or onward tickets.
- Visitors aged 16 years old and more are allowed to freely import a moderate amount of tobacco, cigars, cigarettes, alcoholic drinks and wine, perfumes/eau de toilette but gifts are taxable.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all types of pork and its products are not allowed to enter Ghana.
- Visitors are required to pay a Traveler Service Charge upon departing from the airport.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued in the home country.
- Pets are allowed to enter as visitor's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
- A visitor's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ghana.
- Visitors are allowed to possess local currency up to those amounts previously permitted to be exported out of the country so long as they are properly recorded in the passport or other travel documents.
- There are no restrictions on the possession of foreign currencies at departure provided the imported sums are declared upon arrival on the relevant currency declaration form.
- Ghana uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) making Cameroon 1 hour ahead of Ghana.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Accra, Ghana is 2 hours, 8 minutes.
- Transport in Ghana is accomplished by road, rail, air and water.
- Ghana is a multilingual country with over eighty languages, English is recognised as the official language and lingua franca while Akan, of all the indigenous languages, is the most widely spoken.
- The climate of Ghana is tropical and variable- The eastern coastal belt is warm and comparatively dry, the south-west corner of Ghana is hot and humid, and the north of Ghana is hot and dry.
- In Ghana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Christianity is the largest religion in Ghana, with approximately 71.2% of Ghana's population being member of various Christian denominations as of the 2010 census.
- Ghana is historically famous for its gold - It was previously called the Gold Coast. Now, Chocolate has probably taken over, with it being one of the key suppliers of Cocoa to the likes of Cadbury's.
- Ghana also has diamonds, oil and are large producers of many types of woods.
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Guinea Bissau |
90 days |
Guinea-Bissau has a population of some 1,815,698 people and is known for its ancient Portuguese ruins, ultra-fresh seafood, and polyrhythmic musi... |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Guinea-Bissau must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Guinea-Bissaun consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Guinea-Bissau traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Guinea-Bissau are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Iran |
30 days |
Iran is a country of over 80 million people people. It is famous for being home to the Persian cat, for producing the best rugs, and for having about... |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Iran must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Iran consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Iran the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Iran are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Macao |
30 days |
Macao is known as the gambling capital of the world and the most densely populated region in the world, has a population of about 650,900. |
- Cameroon citizens visiting Macao can apply for a visa on arrival provided they intend to stay for a period of 30 days.
- Cameroonians Intending to visit Macao are required to provide passports valid for the duration of stay.
- Visitors are advised to leave at least one blank page of their passports for entry stamps.
- There are no currency restrictions on entry or exit in Macao.
- There is a need for account declaration to prove the financial capability to support your stay.
- There is no vaccination certificate required for this country.
- Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all visitors will be required to fill in a health declaration form.
- All visitors must have a return or onward tickets.
- Visitors are advised to have as much as MOP 500 per day to cover the expenses of their visit.
- There are no restrictions on the foreign currencies taken in and out of the country.
- Foreign currencies and credit cards are not accepted for the payment of all forms of travel fee.
- In Macao, the power plugs and sockets are of type D, M, G and F. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Macao uses the China Standard zone (GMT+8) hence, Macao is 7 hours ahead of Cameroon.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Macao is 14 hours, 17 minutes.
- The main forms of public transport are buses, taxis and rickshaws.
- The light rail system is currently under construction, as a result, there is no functioning rail system in Macao.
- Macao adopts the Macanese pataca as its official currency.
- Portuguese alongside Chinese is the official language of Macao.
- Arms, ammunition, explosives, illegal Chemical and drugs are prohibited in Macao.
- Minchi is regarded as the national dish. it is made with minced beef or pork (or a combination of the two), diced potatoes stir-fried with onions, and Worcestershire sauce - it’s often topped with a fried egg and served with a side of steaming white rice. It can also be made with chicken, fish, shrimp, or vegetables such as bitter melon or wood ear mushrooms.
- Macao is known as “the Las Vegas of Asia” because of its giant casinos and malls.
- Tourists can also enjoy the resorts, age-old temples and bungee jumping thrills on 765ft Macao Tower in the country.
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Madagascar |
90 days |
The Republic of Madagascar, has its capital as Antananarivo. It is a home to about 26,641,187 people and more than half of its wildlife is not found a... |
- The citizens of Cameroon intending to visit Madagascar can obtain a visa on arrival up to 90 days of stay.
- The facility for an electronic visa is opened for Cameroonians for a duration of one month.
- Cameroonians must possess a passport valid for the duration of the visit to Madagascar.
- Visitors are required to leave at least three blank pages of their passport for visa stamps on entry.
- Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate is needed for entry into Madagascar.
- There are no currency restrictions on entry and exit.
- Citizens bringing in pets are required to present a health certificate and certification of vaccination against animal diseases.
- Pets will be examined on arrival and may be subject to quarantine.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon their departure from the airport.
- Visitors having arms and ammunition in their possession are required to provide a permit.
- It is prohibited to exchange currencies through black markets. This is because according to Madagascan rules, only banks and foreign exchange offices are permitted to exchange foreign currencies.
- Foreigners are only allowed to hold currencies up to MGA 400,000 worth on entry and at departure.
- In Madagascar, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E, J and K. The standard voltage is 127 / 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Madagascar uses the East Africa zone (GMT+3) hence, Madagascar is 2 hours ahead of Cameroon.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Madagascar is 6 hours, 20 minutes.
- Most people use taxi-brousse (old minivans seating up to 15 people) as their main form of transportation for short and long trips in Madagascar.
- Madagascar adopts the Malagasy ariary as its official currency.
- The official languages of Madagascar are Malagasy and French.
- Romazava is considered the national dish of Madagascar, the basic ingredients are beef, pork and chicken cubes, onions, tomatoes, spinach and crushed garlic.
- The nation comprises the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands
- Madagascar's tourist attractions include its beaches and biodiversity; the island's endemic wildlife and forests.
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Maldives |
30 days |
The Maldives has about 446,513 inhabitants. It consists of 26 atolls which are made up of 1192 Coral islands and is also known as the "Hundred Thousan... |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Maldives must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Maldives consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Maldives the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Maldives are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Mauritania |
90 days |
Mauritania is located northeast Africa, it is known to be the eleventh largest sovereign state in Africa. It is populated with over 4.6 million people... |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Mauritania must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Mauritanian consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Mauritania the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 90days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Mauritania are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Mauritius |
60 days |
Mauritius, officially known as the republic of Mauritius, is a volcanic Island located in the Indian ocean off the southeast of the continent Africa.... |
- Visitors from Cameroon can enter Mauritius by applying for a visa on arrival for a duration of 60 days.
- The passport of visitors must be valid within the duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to present a passport with at least one blank page for entry stamps.
- Visitors are required to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination at entry.
- Visitors must have confirmed reservations for accommodation in Mauritius.
- Onward or return tickets to their home country or country of residence must be provided.
- Visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- Plants and plant material including flowers, bulbs, fresh fruit, vegetables, cuttings, and seeds are not allowed into Mauritius unless a permit is obtained in advance from The Ministry of Agriculture, Natural Resources and the Environment.
- Sugarcane and its parts with fresh fruit coming from the area lying 60 degrees to the East of Asia, including India and Pakistan are prohibited not excluding soil and micro-organisms.
- In Mauritius, the power plugs and sockets are of type C and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Mauritius uses the Mauritius Standard Time zone (GMT+4) hence, Mauritius is 3 hours ahead of Cameroon.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Port Louis, Mauritius is 7 hours, 34 minutes.
- Transportation in Mauritius is characterized by the network of roadways, ports, and airports.
- Mauritius adopts the Mauritian rupee as its national currency.
- Hinduism is a major religion, followed by Christianity, Islam and Buddhism.
- Mauritius is mostly appreciated by tourists for its natural environment and man-made attractions, the multi-ethnic and cultural diversity of the population, the tropical climate, beaches and water sports.
- Mauritius is the most densely populated country on the African continent and also one of the most prosperous and rich countries on the continent.
- There are so many interesting places for tourists in Mauritius with amazing white sandy beaches, picturesque towns and villages and ancient military ruins to visit.
- The Mauritian Constitution makes no mention of an official language and its one million citizens speak English, French, Mauritian Creole, French-based Creole, and ethnic languages such as Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Marathi, Urdu, Tamil or Mandarin.
- On the islands of Mauritius, the climate is tropical, with a hot and rainy season which reaches its peak from January to March, and a relatively cooler and less rainy season from June to September.
- People are proud of their island and may expect you to admit that it is the closest thing to Paradise, so it is a good idea to just oblige. Be open and friendly and accept offerings.
- When greeting in Mauritius not that friends and family commonly share a kiss on each cheek. Handshakes may be appropriate during some initial introductions.
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Mozambique |
30 days |
Mozambique is home to over 19 million people, the best colonial era architecture and the famous Peri Peri Chicken dish. |
- Cameroonians visiting Mozambique are granted visa on arrival for a period of 30 days of stay.
- Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to leave at least three blank pages on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
- The two blank pages on the passport must be consecutive.
- Visitors are expected to provide a copy of flight itinerary or e-ticket displaying round trip travel with entry/exit dates.
- If visitors plan to stay in hotels, they must provide a copy of confirmed hotel reservations.
- The Embassy of Mozambique recommends that travellers carry an original Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.
- If visitors cannot present a certificate of vaccination, vaccination will be made with charges at the port of entry.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Mozambique is 4 hours, 55 minutes.
- Mozambique uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2) hence, Mozambique is 1 hour ahead of Cameroon.
- Currency restrictions for entry and exit are within USD 5000 and 10,000 Mozambican Meticais.
- Penalties for the possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs in Mozambique are severe.
- Visitors are advised to always carry passports along while touring the country or else they will be taken in for questioning.
- Permission must be made before taking pictures of some government buildings.
- It is against the law to drive under the influence of alcohol in Mozambique.
- The major mode of transportation within Mozambique is by road, although, the roads are not smooth enough for long intra-travels and overnight drives.
- Mozambique is a southern African nation whose long Indian Ocean coastline is dotted with popular beaches like Tofo, as well as offshore marine parks.
- Mozambique is the world's 36th-largest country and it is comparable in size to Turkey.
- The country is drained by five principal rivers and several smaller ones with the largest and most important the Zambezi.
- Mozambique has a tropical climate with two seasons, a wet season from October to March and a dry season from April to September.
- The country's natural environment, wildlife, and historic heritage provide opportunities for beach, cultural, and eco-tourism.
- Modes of transport in Mozambique include rail, road, water and air.
- Portuguese which is the official and most widely spoken language of the nation is spoken by 50.3% of the population.
- Christians make up 56.1% of Mozambique's population and Muslims comprised 17.9% of the population while 7.3% of the people held other beliefs, mainly animism, and 18.7% had no religious beliefs.
- The Portuguese have greatly influenced Mozambique's cuisine.
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Palau |
30 days |
Palau is populated with over 22,102 people. Palau is known for its famous Rock island, waterfalls, beautiful beaches and clear blue waters. Palau is a... |
- Cameroon citizens visiting Palau are granted visa on arrival for a period of 30 days.
- Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
- Visitors are expected to leave at least one blank page on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
- Visitors are required to present proof of Cholera and Yellow Fever vaccination.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Palau is 17 hours, 23 minutes.
- Currencies up to $10,000 equivalent should be declared upon entry and exit.
- There are no restrictions on importing liquor and cigarettes.
- Weapons and controlled drugs or chemicals are prohibited.
- Travellers have to declare all currency notes higher than USD 10,000 or its equivalent on their arrival.
- Palau is on the Palau Time zone (GMT+9) hence, Palau is 8 hours ahead of Cameroon.
- Visitors are required to pay a departure tax fee of USD 20.
- The country's two official languages are Palauan and English, with Japanese, Sonsorolese and Tobian recognized as regional languages.
- Palau voted for the world's first nuclear-free constitution.
- Palau has a tropical rain forest climate and the rain falls more frequently between July and October.
- A large population of people living in Palau are Christians with only about 3.0% claiming to be Muslims.
- The cuisine includes local foods such as cassava, taro, yam, potato, fish and pork.
- Palau is famous for its underwater wonders, mountains and sandy beaches.
- In its north, ancient basalt monoliths known as Badrulchau lie in grassy fields surrounded by palm trees.
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Rwanda |
30 days |
The Republic of Rwanda is known for its mountains and numerous lakes. It has a population of about 11,262,500 people and its capital and largest city... |
- Cameroon citizens looking to travelling to Rwanda are granted visas on arrival for a stay up to 30 days at the port of entry.
- Citizens of Cameroon also have the option to apply for an electronic visa for the same duration of stay as the visa on arrival.
- Intending visitors are required to have a passport valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival into Rwanda. The passport should have at least a blank page for visa stamps.
- Cameroon nationals travelling to Rwanda must provide proof of a confirmed means of accommodation for their entire stay in Rwanda. This could be in the form of a hotel reservation or a sponsor letter from a host living in the country.
- The import and export of local currency are limited to RWF5000. Although the import and export of foreign currency are unlimited, it must be declared upon arrival and exchanged within 8 days.
- Tourists are required to provide proof of enough funds through a recent bank statement to cater for their needs during their stay in Rwanda.
- Travellers under the age of 18 must show travel authorisation from their parents or guardians.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Kigali, Rwanda is 3 hours, 11 minutes.
- Christianity is the dominant religion in Rwanda with Roman Catholics, Protestants and Seventh-day Adventists being the leading denominations. About 5% of the population are Sunni Muslims while 2% practice indigenous religions.
- Kinyarwanda is the most widely spoken language in Rwanda and also one of the country’s official language alongside French, English and Swahili.
- The Rwandan Franc is the official currency used in Rwanda. However, the US dollar can also be used for transaction purposes. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at various bank and exchange outlets in the country.
- Tourists can transport themselves in Rwanda through buses, taxis and car rentals.
- Rwanda has a temperate tropical highland climate. From June to mid-September is the long dry season which is generally the best time to visit, from October to November is the rainy season and the short dry season from December to February.
- Brochettes, Mandazi and Ugali are some foods tourists can try during their stay in Rwanda.
- Tourists in Rwanda can budget about $43 to spend on daily expenses.
- The power and socket plug used in Rwanda are of Type C and J. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Rwanda uses Central Africa Time (GMT+2) hence, Rwanda is 1 hour ahead of Cameroon.
- Visitors are expected to be courteous and conscious of existing rules and customs as they go about their tourism-related activities.
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Saint Lucia |
42 days |
St. Lucia is an island country with the world’s only drive-in volcano and the only country named after a woman. |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Saint Lucia must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Saint Lucia consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Saint Lucia the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 42days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Saint Lucia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Samoa |
60 days |
Samoa is a Polynesian nation, with a unique way of life and home to the best tattoo artists in the world. |
- Cameroon citizens visiting Samoa are granted visa on arrival for a period of 60 days.
- Visitors are required to possess passports valid for the proposed duration of stay.
- Animals must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health and permission from the Department of Agriculture located in Apia, Samoa, before departure to Samoa.
- Visitors are expected to leave at least two blank pages on their passports to obtain visa stamps.
- Certificate of vaccination is not required to travel to Samoa.
- There are no currency restrictions on entering or departing Samoa.
- In Samoa, the power plugs and sockets are of type I. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Samoa is 23 hours, 56 minutes.
- Samoa uses the Apia Standard Time zone in Samoa (GMT+13) hence, Samoa is 12 hours ahead of Cameroon.
- Samoans drive on the left side of the road.
- Samoa has an equatorial/monsoonal climate and a rainy season from November to April.
- Samoa and English are the official languages including second-language speakers but there are more speakers of Samoan than English in Samoa.
- Ancient beliefs co-exist side-by-side with Christianity as the major religions of Samoa.
- Samoans live a communal way of life, participating in activities collectively.
- Tattoos are a very popular and constant part of the Samoan culture and tradition.
- Samoans have been very visible in boxing, kickboxing, wrestling and sumo.
- Samoan culture is undoubtedly central to Polynesian life, and its styles of music, dance, and visual art have gained renown throughout the Pacific islands and the world.
- Beaches, monuments, archaeological sites, mountains, sea, waterfalls are at the central of Samoa’s tourism.
- The lava fields on Savai'i are easily the largest attraction on the island.
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Senegal |
30 days |
Senegal is a country in West Africa, rich in culture and known to have taxis with goat or sheep hair tails. |
- Citizens of Cameroon visiting Senegal are granted visa on arrival for a duration of stay up to 30 days.
- Citizens are required to provide a passport valid for the duration of stay upon arrival.
- Passports of citizens must have at least a page left for visa stamps.
- All visitors must have onward towards another country or return tickets to their home country.
- Visitors are expected to provide a certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination upon arrival.
- Pet animals are allowed to enter provided that they are accompanied with a veterinary health certificate which is issued less than 48 hours before departure and a certificate of vaccination against rabies.
- All visitors are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- There are no restrictions on monies taken in and out of the country.
- Visitors should hold proof of sufficient funds (especially in form of a recent bank statement) relative to their intended length of stay.
- Visitors are advised to confirm with their airline that boarding will be permitted without a visa before traveling to Senegal.
- In Senegal, the power plugs and sockets are of type C, D, E and K. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Dakar, Senegal is 4 hours, 43 minutes.
- Senegal is on the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) therefore, Cameroon is 1 hour ahead of Senegal.
- French is the official language, although many native languages are spoken and recognized.
- Senegal has a tropical climate with pleasant heat throughout the year accompanied by well-defined dry and humid seasons that result from northeast winter winds and southwest summer winds.
- The dry season between December to April is dominated by hot, dry, harmattan wind. while Senegal's annual rainfall occurs between June and October
- French is the official language while Wolof is considered as its lingua Franca because it is widely spoken by a majority of its population.
- Senegal is a secular state but Islam is the predominant religion in the country with a Christian community that is made up of 4.1% of the population while a few people take up animist beliefs particularly in the southeastern region of the country.
- Because Senegal borders the Atlantic Ocean, fish is very important. Chicken, lamb, peas, eggs and beef are also used in Senegalese cooking, but not pork, due to the nation's largely Muslim population.
- Hospitality, in theory, is given such importance in Senegalese culture that it is widely considered to be part of the national identity.
- Wrestling is Senegal's most popular sport and has become a national obsession.
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Somalia |
30 days |
Somalia is home to over 13 million people, beautiful landmarks, the longest coastline on the African continent. |
- Cameroonians intending to visit Somalia must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Somalian consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Somalia the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Somalia are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Tanzania |
30 days |
Tanzania is home to about 60 million people, Africa's most famous national parks and the highest mountain in Africa |
- Cameroon citizens are granted visas upon arrival to visit Tanzania for a period of 90 days of stay.
- Facilities to apply for Tanzania electronic visa is made available for Cameroon citizens also.
- Cameroon passports must have validity for the period of 6 months upon entry into the country.
- Visitors entering Cameroon must make available at least a blank page on their passports for entry stamps.
- A Yellow Fever certificate of Vaccination is required from citizens of Cameroon visiting or intending to visit Tanzania.
- Travellers are required to declare international currency valuing more than $10,000 on both entrance and exit from Tanzania.
- It is also illegal to possess any products received as a gift or exchange without the correct documentation at entry and exit from Tanzania.
- Visitors are expected to provide evidence of travel arrangements by presenting a computer-generated itinerary from airline/travel agency or a copy of transportation tickets showing entry and departure from Tanzania.
- Additionally, it is prohibited to gather, collect, or remove flora or fauna, including seashells and ebony or mpingo wood while visiting the country.
- While visiting Tanzania, visitors are advised to dress modestly (upper arms and legs covered and no exposed midriffs) outside of the hotel or resort and when arriving and departing from Zanzibar.
- Visitors should be very cautious of engaging in seemingly lucrative business opportunities offered by agents based in, or with ties to, Tanzania and neighbouring countries while touring the country.
- It is recommended to obtain a permit from the police before bringing arms and ammunition into the country.
- Entry applications for minors under 18 years should be accompanied by a notarized letter, jointly signed by parents or legal guardians approving the minor to travel.
- Tanzania is mountainous and densely forested in the north-east of the African Continent.
- In Tanzania, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and from Yaounde, Cameroon to Dodoma, Tanzania is 4 hours, 7 minutes.
- Tanzania uses East Africa Time zone in Tanzania (GMT+3) hence, Tanzania is 2 hours ahead of Cameroon.
- Tanzania is home to Africa's highest mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro in the north-eastern part of the country.
- The Menai Bay Conservation Area is Zanzibar's largest marine protected area.
- The Kalambo Falls, located on the Kalambo River at the Zambian border, is the second-highest uninterrupted waterfall in Africa.
- The national language of Tanzania is Swahili although there are over 60 languages are spoken in Tanzania, making it the most linguistically diverse country in East Africa.
- Three of Africa’s Great Lakes- Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, Lake Nyasa, are partly within Tanzania.
- The climate varies greatly within Tanzania and the climate is cool in high mountainous regions.
- The hottest period extends between November and February while the coldest period occurs between May and August.
- Tanzania has 16 national parks plus a variety of game and forest reserves, including the Ngorongoro Conservation centre.
- Tanzania is highly biodiverse and contains a wide variety of animal habitats.
- Boababs can be seen in Tanzania’s Tarangire National Park.
- Diving or snorkelling off of one of Zanzibar’s islands provide a rich up-close encounter with some of the unique underwater sea creatures found among the coral reefs.
- The beaches of Zanzibar are infamous for a reason. Featuring white sand, blue waters, and swaying palms, they are regarded as some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.
- The Serengeti National Park is one of the most famous and best-loved parks and is home to more than one million species of large mammals. It’s also a World Heritage Site and has also had the honour of being named a 7th world wonder.
- On Tanzania's Serengeti’s plain, white-bearded wildebeests other bovids and zebra participate in large-scale annual migration.
- Most transport in Tanzania is by road closely followed by railways and buses.
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Togo |
7 days |
Togo is a country of 7 million people known for being one of the major slave trade centres in historic times, for its French colonial history, an... |
- Citizens of Cameroon are granted visas on arrival to visit Togo within 7 days.
- Citizens’ passports are required to be valid within the duration of stay.
- It is recommended that one blank page of passports must be made available for visa stamp.
- An international certificate of vaccination against Yellow Fever is required from citizens of Cameroon visiting Togo.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- The import of dogs and other domestic animals requires a health certificate and certificate of vaccination against rabies that is issued not more than 3 days.
- Local and foreign currencies beyond $10,000 equivalent are not allowed at exit and entry.
- Togo is on the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) which puts Cameroon 1 hour ahead of Togo.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Togo is 1 hour, 48 minutes.
- In Togo, the power plugs and sockets are of type C. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- Togo is a country in West Africa bordered by Ghana to the west, Benin to the east and Burkina Faso to the north.
- The largest religious group in Togo consists of those with indigenous beliefs but there are significant Christian and Muslim minorities.
- While the official language is French, many other languages are widely spoken especially those in the Gbe family.
- Togo consists of lagoons with sandy beaches, a gently rolling savanna, hills, woodland plateau, marshes and mangroves.
- The climate of Togo is generally tropical with average temperatures ranging from 23 °C on the coast to about 30 °C in the northernmost region.
- Togo has two seasons of rain, the first is between April and July and the second between September and November.
- Togolese businesspeople inflate prices so as to make handsome profits. So if you are in the country, always bargain for the price and see for yourself how low you can buy the item for.
- There are at least four parks and reserves in Togo some of which are Abdoulaye Faunal Reserve, Fazao Malfakassa National Park, Fosse Aux Lions National Park, Koutammouko and Kieran National Park.
- The most frequently observed animals in the parks are girrafes, cape buffalos, hyenas and lions and birds like storks, cranes and marabou.
- Togo secular celebrations include 1st of January "Fete Nationale" (meaning National Celebration in French) and 27th April Independence day attracts more tourists to the country.
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Tuvalu |
30 days |
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- Cameroonians intending to visit Tuvalu must first apply for an E-visa.
- This online pre-visa can be granted by the Tuvaluan consulate in the applicant's home country.
- On presentation of the pre-visa at the border checkpoint of Tuvalu the traveller is then issued a visa on arrival.
- This visa is valid for a maximum total stay of 30days within a one-year period.
- Alongside the printed confirmation that a visa will be issued upon arrival, the traveller must also have a return/onward ticket.
- A proof of hotel accommodation is also needed, as well as an international certificate of vaccination.
- Cameroonians intending to visit Tuvalu are required to provide a passport with six months of validity and with atleast two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure.
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Uganda |
30 days |
Uganda has a population of over 40 million people. It is known for having 6.8% of the world's butterfly species, for being home to 11% of the world’s... |
- Cameroonians travelling to Uganda for a stay up to 90 days are granted visa upon arrival with an option to apply for an electronic visa for the same number of days.
- Citizens are required to provide passports valid for the period of stay in the country.
- Children under the age of 5 are required to have a Polio vaccination certificate.
- A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from Cameroonians visiting Uganda.
- There are no restrictions on exporting a moderate quantity of perfume, alcoholic drinks, tobacco and tobacco products, or either of them.
- Travellers must have enough money to cover the expenses of their stay.
- Travellers must provide return or onward tickets upon entry into Uganda.
- The import and export of local currency (Uganda Shilling-UGX) are prohibited, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies as long as declared upon arrival.
- Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country not earlier than 6 days before the date of arrival in Uganda.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- In Uganda, the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Uganda is 3 hours, 21 minutes.
- Uganda uses the East Africa Time zone (GMT+3) hence, Uganda is 2 hours ahead of Cameroon.
- The official languages are English and Swahili although, Luganda, a central language, is widely spoken across the country, and several other languages are also spoken including Runyoro, Runyankole, Rukiga, Luo and Lusoga.
- Road transportation is the most important way of transportation in Uganda and 95% of freight and passenger traffic is handled by road traffic.
- Christians made up about 85 percent of Uganda's population, with Muslims making up nearly 14%.
- Uganda has the tallest Mountain Range in Africa, the Rwenzori Mountains and is the Home of the Lake Victoria, the Source of Nile which is one of the seven natural wonders of Africa.
- Uganda is also home to over half of all Mountain Gorillas in the world 480 and 19 habituated gorilla groups to be visited.
- Tourist attractions in Uganda include national game parks, game reserves, traditional sites, and natural tropical forests.
- Game viewing is the most popular tourist activity in Uganda. Wild animals like lions, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, elephants are common in Uganda’s ten national parks.
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Namibia |
90 days |
Namibia is known for its 2.5 million people, the highest sand dunes and the largest canyon in Africa. |
- Cameroon citizens travelling to Namibia are granted visa on arrival for a stay up to 90 days.
- Citizens of Cameroon are expected to possess a passport with a validity of 6 months beyond stay upon entry.
- Passports of visitors must have at least six blank pages for entry stamps.
- Cameroonians are required to provide a Yellow Fever certificate of vaccination upon entry into the country
- There are no restrictions on local and foreign currencies imported in and out of the country.
- Travellers must have confirmed onward or return tickets.
- All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
- Namibia is richly endowed with game notably antelope and giraffes which coexists with cattle and sheep.
- The Etosha Pan in the north is a major game area and tourist attraction followed with the Fish River Canyon.
- Namibia is home to the world’s largest population of desert elephants, free-roaming cheetahs and black rhinos.
- Namibia has there two different styles of sand-boarding.
- Namibia is the first country in the world to incorporate environmental protection into its Constitution.
- Sossusvlei Sand Dunes in Namibia are some of the highest in the world and they’re one of the country’s most impressive sights.
- Transportation is dominated by Trans-Namib, a public-sector rail, road, and airline operator.
- Namibia is the driest country in Sub-Sahara and depends largely on groundwater.
- The winter in Namibia from June to August is generally dry.
- The lightest rain in Namibia falls between September and November while the heaviest is between February and April and both rainy seasons occur in summer.
- The estimated flight time from Yaounde, Cameroon to Namibia is 4 hours, 8 minutes.
- Namibia uses the Central Africa Time zone (GMT+2)hence, Namibia is 1 hour ahead of Cameroon.
- In Namibia, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and M. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
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