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Government advisories for Cameroon
US State Department
US L2 · Increased cautionExercise Increased Caution
Exercise increased caution in Cameroon due to risk of crime , terrorism , unrest , health , kidnapping , and improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Crime Violent crime, kidnapping for ransom, armed robbery, and carjacking are common in Cameroon. This is especially…
Official notice Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs (travel.state.gov) · updated May 15, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)
UK · regionalAdvises against all travel to some areas and all but essential travel to others
Latest change: FCDO no longer advises against all but essential travel to the majority of Adamawa Region. FCDO continues to advise against all but essential or all travel to parts of Cameroon.
Official notice Source: gov.uk · updated Feb 9, 2026
Local scams and street crime
- Burglary and petty theft: Close and lock all doors and windows, particularly at night. Make sure burglar proof metal bars are installed. Identify callers through spy holes before opening doors, especially late at night. Petty theft is common on trains, coaches and bush taxis and around bus stations and hotels. Be particularly careful with your…
- Violent crime near borders and roads: There are incidents of carjacking, criminal kidnapping and armed robbery along roads close to the borders with Central African Republic, Chad and Nigeria: Bamenda-Banyo road Bafoussam-Banyo road Bafoussam-Doula road Yaoundé-Garoua road Boulai-Ngaoundere road Keep car doors locked and windows closed. Avoid wearing…
- Criminal kidnapping: There have been incidents of kidnapping and hostage taking for ransom by large gangs in the Far-North, North, Adamawa, East, North-West and South-West regions of Cameroon. The long-standing policy of the British government is not to make substantive concessions to hostage takers. The British government considers that…
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Feb 9, 2026
LGBT+ and women travellers: what the UK FCDO says
- LGBT+ travellers: Same-sex relationships are not widely accepted in central African society, and same-sex sexual acts are illegal in Cameroon. Same-sex partners have been arrested and prosecuted.
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Feb 9, 2026
Women, children and family: what governments say
- Women's safety (Government of Canada): Women travelling alone may be subject to some forms of harassment or verbal abuse.
- Adoption scams (UK FCDO): Scam artists often target foreign visitors and residents. The scams come in many forms and can cause significant financial loss. Scammers also use websites, chatrooms and email to target people and companies in the UK. Advance fee scams are common in Cameroon. Criminals use child adoption to persuade victims to pay large amounts of money before they suspect anything. Be very cautious about sending money or travelling to Cameroon to adopt a child where the information has come from a website or through emails.
Canada: full advisory · UK: entry requirements · UK: safety and security
Official notice Source: Government of Canada and UK FCDO travel advice (Open Government Licences)
Pregnancy and children: CDC health notes for Cameroon
- Zika: the CDC lists Zika as a risk in Cameroon. An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby. CDC on Zika
- Malaria: CDC recommends that travelers going to Cameroon take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take. Ask a travel-health provider which medicine suits pregnancy or young children before you go.
- Cholera (children): Vaccination may be considered for children and adults who are traveling to areas of active cholera transmission.
- Hepatitis A (children): Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A.
- Measles (children): All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .
CDC health page for Cameroon · CDC: pregnant travelers · CDC: traveling with children
Official notice Source: CDC Travelers' Health (US government, public domain). General information, not medical advice: see a doctor or travel clinic before you go.
Government of Canada
CA 2 · High degree of cautionExercise a high degree of caution (some regions differ)
Latest change: Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
Official notice Source: travel.gc.ca · updated Oct 14, 2026
US State Department: advisories for specific areas
- Do Not Travel to the Southwest, Northwest, and Far North Regions for any reason due to risk of terrorism, unrest, crime, kidnapping, and i mprovised explosive devices (IEDs).
- Do Not Travel to within 20 kilometers of the borders with Central African Republic, Chad, and Nigeria for any reason due to risk of terrorism, unrest, crime, kidnapping, and improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
Read the official advisory for the exact areas
Official notice Source: U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs (travel.state.gov) · updated May 15, 2026
Government of Canada: regional advisories
Far North region and Mayo-Louti Department - Avoid all travel
Avoid all travel to the Far North region and Mayo-Louti Department in the North region due to military operations, the risk of terrorism, armed attacks and the risk of kidnappings.
Borders with Nigeria, Chad and the Central African Republic - Avoid all travel
Avoid all travel to areas within 30 km of the borders with Nigeria, Chad and the Central African Republic, due to military operations, the risk of terrorism, armed attacks and the risk of kidnappings.
North-West and South-West regions - Avoid all travel
Avoid all travel to the North-West and South-West regions due to clashes between armed groups and security forces, civil unrest, armed attacks, the risk of kidnappings and banditry.
North and Adamaoua regions - Avoid non-essential travel
Avoid non-essential travel to the North and Adamaoua regions due to the risk of kidnappings and armed attacks.
Read the full Canadian advisory
Official notice Source: travel.gc.ca (Government of Canada, Open Government Licence - Canada) · updated Oct 14, 2026
German Foreign Office
DE · partial travel warningPartial travel warning
Official notice Source: Auswärtiges Amt · updated Oct 13, 2026
Read the official travel and safety advice
Dutch Foreign Ministry
NL · yellowYellow: be alert, safety risks (regions differ, up to red)
De kleurcode van het reisadvies is rood voor de noordelijke punt van Kameroen en de grensgebieden met Nigeria en de Centraal-Afrikaanse Republiek. Wat uw situatie ook is: reis er niet heen. Het is er te gevaarlijk. Lees meer onder Regionale risico’s. Kleurcode oranje geldt voor de regio Nord, de regio Adamaoua en het o
Official notice Source: Ministerie van Buitenlandse Zaken, Nederland Wereldwijd (open data, CC0) · updated Oct 6, 2026
New Zealand SafeTravel
NZ · level 2Exercise increased caution
Official notice Source: New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, SafeTravel (CC BY 4.0) · updated 20 November 2025
Japan Foreign Ministry
JP L4 · Evacuate and leaveHighest level: Evacuate and leave
Level 4 in 1 area, level 3 in 1 area, level 2 in 1 area, level 1 in 1 area. Areas can differ; the highest level applies only where the ministry says so.
カメルーンの危険情報【危険レベル継続】（内容の更新）
Official notice Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Overseas Safety Homepage · updated Aug 3, 2025
Each government uses its own scale. Read the full advisory before you book or travel; regional differences inside a country can matter more than the headline level.
Where in Cameroon the UK advises against travel
Bakassi Peninsula
FCDO advises against all travel to Bakassi Peninsula.
Cameroon-Central African Republic border
FCDO advises against all travel to within 40km of the border with Central African Republic.
Cameroon-Chad border
FCDO advises against all travel to within 40km of the border with Chad.
Cameroon-Nigeria border
FCDO advises against all travel to within 40km of the border with Nigeria, except for Garoua in the North Region.
Far-North Region
FCDO advises against all travel to the Far-North Region, except for:
- a 20km radius to the north, east and west of Maroua
- 30km south of Maroua
North-West Region
FCDO advises against all travel to the North-West Region.
South-West Region
FCDO advises against all travel to the South-West Region, including the towns of Buea, Muyuka and Tiko in Fako Division. Except for:
- Limbé
- the 35km stretch of the N3 road connecting Limbé to the Littoral Region in Fako Division
Limbé
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to Limbé and the 35km stretch of the N3 road connecting Limbé to the Littoral Region in Fako Division, South-West Region.
North Region, Adamawa Region and Maroua
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to the North Region, including Garoua,, and a 20km radius to the north, east and west of Maroua, and 30km south of Maroua, in Far-North Region.
Adamawa Region
FCDO advises against all but essential travel to within 20km of the border with the North region of Cameroon. FCDO advises against all travel to within 40km of the Central African Republic ( CAR ) and Nigeria borders.
Find out more about why FCDO advises against travel .
Official notice Source: UK FCDO travel advice, areas where it advises against travel (Open Government Licence v3.0) · updated Feb 9, 2026
Entry requirements for Cameroon
🇬🇧 British passport holders
- Visa: You must have a visa to enter Cameroon.
- Passport: To enter Cameroon, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Read the full UK entry requirements
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Cameroon’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Cameroon set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Cameroon High Commission in the UK.
Passport validity requirements
To enter Cameroon, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
Dual nationals
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement. See Dual Citizenship.
Visa requirements
You must have a visa to enter Cameroon.
You must apply for a e-visa online – some people encounter technical problems with this online service, so apply in good time.
You cannot get a visa on arrival at either Yaoundé or Douala airport.
If you travel to Cameroon by road or sea, you must get a physical visa before you arrive by applying at your nearest Cameroon embassy or high commission. You cannot get an e-visa at land or sea borders.
If you are in Cameroon and have questions about your immigration status, contact the General Delegation for National Security in Yaoundé:
Telephone: +237 22221 2884
Make sure you get your passport stamped.
Make sure the border control officer puts a stamp in your passport.
Vaccine requirements
To enter Cameroon, you must have a certificate to prove you’ve had a yellow fever vaccination.
For more details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Cameroon guide.
Customs rules
There are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Cameroon. You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
Official notice Source: UK Foreign Office · updated Feb 9, 2026
🇨🇦 Canadian passport holders
- Tourist visa: required
Read the full Canadian entry requirements
Some countries have imposed measures in response to the Ebola disease outbreak. These can include restrictions on entry and health screening measures for travellers having recently visited an affected country. If you are suspected of having symptoms, you may be subject to isolation, quarantine and/or travel restrictions. Contact the authorities of the country you are travelling to for more details.
The authorities of a country or territory decide who can enter or exit through its borders. The Government of Canada cannot intervene on your behalf if you do not meet your destination’s entry or exit requirements.
We have obtained the information on this page from local authorities. It can, however, change at any time.
Verify this information with the Foreign Representatives in Canada.
Passport
Entry requirements vary depending on the type of passport you're travelling with.
Before you travel, check with your transportation company about passport requirements. Its rules on passport validity may be more stringent than the country's entry rules.
Regular Canadian passport
Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date you expect to leave from Cameroon.
Passport for official travel
Different entry rules may apply.
Passport with “X” gender identifier
While the Government of Canada issues passports with an “X” gender identifier, it cannot guarantee your entry or transit through other countries. You might face entry restrictions in countries that do not recognize the “X” gender identifier. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
You should also be aware that current systems used by some countries and travel companies may not recognize the “X” gender identifier. You may still be asked to provide your sex/gender information as either male or female when travelling.
Other travel documents
Different entry rules may apply when travelling with a temporary passport or an emergency travel document. Before you leave, verify this information with the closest foreign representative for your destination.
Useful links
- Travel and your sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and sex characteristics
- Foreign Representatives in Canada
- Canadian passports and other travel documents
Visas
Canadians must have a visa and an onward or return ticket.
Tourist visa: required
Business visa: required
Student visa: required
Canadians who are going to Cameroon to work must obtain a resident card shortly after arrival.
Obtain an E-visa – Cameroon's official application service
Children and travel
Learn about travelling with children.
Yellow fever
Learn about potential entry requirements related to yellow fever (vaccines section).
Official notice Source: Government of Canada · updated Oct 14, 2026
Other passports
Rules depend on your nationality, so we do not guess. Before you book:
- Read your own government's travel advice first (US travellers: State Department page for Cameroon).
- Not sure what your passport needs? Check the visa rules for your nationality (eVisas visa checker) or compare with VisaHQ. These are affiliate links: if you use their application service we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. Official government sites are usually cheaper and are linked above where we have them.
- Check your passport: many countries want it valid for 6 months after arrival and with blank pages.
- Check for an e-visa, travel authorisation or digital arrival card, and any vaccine rules (yellow fever is the common one).
- Ask your airline: they can refuse boarding if your documents do not match the rules.
Entry rules are set by each government and change without notice. This summary is for planning only and is not legal or immigration advice. Confirm on the official government website and with your airline before you book or travel. Voyaggora is not a government agency and does not process visas.
Essentials for travelers
- Plugs: type C, E
- Power: 220 V, 50 Hz
- Traffic drives on the right
- Tap water: not recommended
- Calling code: +237
Compiled by Voyaggora from IEC World Plugs, government and consular sources. Confidence: low. Check with your embassy or hotel before you rely on it in an emergency.
Local language
Cameroun French
Essential phrases in French
| Hello | Bonjour | |
|---|---|---|
| Thank you | Merci | |
| Help! | Au secours ! | |
| Where is the hospital? | Où est l'hôpital ? | |
| I need the police | J'ai besoin de la police | |
| I need a doctor | J'ai besoin d'un médecin | |
| How much is it? | C'est combien ? | |
| Where is the toilet? | Où sont les toilettes ? |
Country names come from the Unicode CLDR. Phrases are short standard translations; show them on your phone to ask for help.
U.S. Embassy alerts
- Embassy alert
Ebola Health Alert Read on the embassy site
Live feed Source: U.S. Department of State, U.S. Embassy and Consulate websites (public alerts for U.S. citizens; US government works) · checked
More live hazards and notices
- Globe at Night campaign running 2026-11-01 to 2026-11-10: look for Cygnus, Grus, Pegasus. Join in: globeatnight.org.
Live feed Sources: NOAA / NWS (ash advisories from the ICAO Volcanic Ash Advisory Centres, aurora from the Space Weather Prediction Center), USGS, GeoNet New Zealand (CC BY 3.0 NZ) · checked
Health and vaccines
Vaccines, malaria and yellow-fever certificate rules: TravelHealthPro country pages (UK Health Security Agency), CDC destination pages, UK Foreign Office health advice. Ask a travel clinic 6 to 8 weeks before you go.
Money
1 US dollar ≈ 584.38 XAF · 1 euro ≈ 656.26 XAF
Central-bank reference rate for Oct 18, 2026. Your card or exchange desk will differ.
Live feed Source: Frankfurter · checked
Voyaggora destination guides
Quick answers: is it safe to travel to Cameroon?
- Is it safe to travel to Cameroon right now?
- It depends on where you go. As of Oct 18, 08:26 UTC. The US State Department rates Cameroon Level 2 of 4, "Increased caution". Canada says "Exercise a high degree of caution", with regional advisories. The UK FCDO advises against all travel to some areas of Cameroon and all but essential travel to others. Advisory levels change and can vary by region within a country: check the official page before you travel. Sources: US State Department Canada UK FCDO.
- Which parts of Cameroon do governments warn about?
- Governments warn about parts of Cameroon rather than the whole country. The UK FCDO advises against all travel to some areas of Cameroon and all but essential travel to others. Canada lists regional advisories. The US State Department page lists area-specific levels. Open each official page for the exact areas and routes.
- Are there any active weather or hazard alerts in Cameroon right now?
- As of Oct 18, 08:26 UTC, Travel Live shows these live hazard and alert sections for Cameroon: U.S. Embassy alerts, more live hazards and notices. Each one on this page names its official source and the time it was checked. Worldwide storms, earthquakes and disasters are on the Travel Live hub.
- What do the advisory levels mean?
- US State Department: Level 1 exercise normal precautions, Level 2 exercise increased caution, Level 3 reconsider travel, Level 4 do not travel. Canada: take normal security precautions, exercise a high degree of caution, avoid non-essential travel, avoid all travel. UK FCDO: it advises against all travel, or all but essential travel, to the whole country or to parts of it, or has no warnings. Each government uses its own scale, so the levels are not directly comparable.
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