CameroonTurkey: Visa required

CameroonTurkey

Do Cameroon passport holders need a visa for Turkey?

Visa required

Yes. Cameroon passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Turkey.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: mfa.gov.tr (checked July 17, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance4,503 km, straight line (~5h 48m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Turkey135 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Turkey passport holders visiting Cameroon: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Turkey

Cameroon passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Syria

Other visa-free destinations for Cameroon passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Cameroon passport holders need a visa for Turkey?

Yes. Cameroon passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Turkey.

How far is Turkey from Cameroon?

About 4,503 km in a straight line, roughly ~5h 48m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Turkey?

Turkish lira (TRY).

What is the emergency number in Turkey?

112 / 177.

What time zone is Turkey in?

Istanbul (UTC+3).

What is the nearest airport to Ankara?

Esenboğa International Airport (ESB), about 71 km away.

How many countries can enter Turkey without a visa?

135 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Turkey visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

What nearby countries can Cameroon passport holders visit without a visa instead of Turkey?

Syria.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Cameroon

Cameroon, officially the Republic of Cameroon, is a country in Central Africa. It shares boundaries with Nigeria to the west and north, Chad to the northeast, the Central African Republic to the east, and Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo to the south. Its coastline lies on the Bight of Biafra, part of the Gulf of Guinea, and the Atlantic Ocean. Due to its strategic position at the crossroads between West Africa and Central Africa, it has been categorized as being in both geostrategic locations. Cameroon's population of nearly 31 million people speak 250 native languages, in addition to the national tongues of English and French. The capital city of the country is Yaoundé.

CapitalYaounde

RegionMiddle Africa

Population29.9M

Area475,442 km²

CurrencyCentral African CFA franc (1 USD ≈ 586.73 XAF)

LanguagesEnglish, French

Calling code+237

Drives on theright

TimezoneDouala (UTC+1)

Nearest airportYaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (NSI), 17 km

Emergency number112

UNESCO sites4

Income levelLower middle income

GDP per capita$1,972 (2025)

Tourist arrivals1M (2019)

Climate in Yaounde

Warmest February, coolest July, driest February, sunniest December. Best time to visit: January, February, March, June, August, November, December.

Monthly climate normals for Yaounde, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	29.7°C	20°C	21mm	313h
February	30.6°C	21.1°C	17mm	294h
March	30°C	21.3°C	96mm	281h
April	28.3°C	20.7°C	199mm	230h
May	27.9°C	20.5°C	245mm	277h
June	26.8°C	20.1°C	147mm	268h
July	25.7°C	19.4°C	189mm	229h
August	26.5°C	19.5°C	130mm	256h
September	25.7°C	19.6°C	272mm	209h
October	26.5°C	19.7°C	306mm	255h
November	27.2°C	20.2°C	130mm	288h
December	28.7°C	20.6°C	42mm	326h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Cameroon is a country in Central Africa. Known as "Africa in miniature", the country is known for its geological, linguistic, artistic, and cultural diversity: some 250 languages are spoken in this mid-sized country. Cameroon was colonised by three European countries, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Diy-Gid-Biy
Dja Faunal Reserve
Museum of the Bamoun Kings
Sangha Trinational

Upcoming public holidays

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

January 1, 2027New Year's Day

February 11, 2027Youth Day

Full source list on About.

About Turkey

Turkey, officially the Republic of Türkiye, is a country mainly located in Anatolia in West Asia, with a smaller part called East Thrace in Southeast Europe. It borders the Black Sea to the north; Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east; Iraq, Syria, and the Mediterranean Sea to the south; and the Aegean Sea, Greece, and Bulgaria to the west. Turkey is home to over 86 million people; most are ethnic Turks, while Kurds are the largest ethnic minority. Officially a secular state, Turkey has a Muslim-majority population. Ankara is Turkey's capital and second-largest city. Istanbul is its largest city and economic center. Other major cities include İzmir, Bursa, and Antalya.

CapitalAnkara

RegionWestern Asia

Population85.9M

Area783,562 km²

CurrencyTurkish lira (1 USD ≈ 49.39 TRY)

LanguagesTurkish

Calling code+90

Drives on theright

TimezoneIstanbul (UTC+3)

Nearest airportEsenboğa International Airport (ESB), 71 km

Emergency number112 / 177

UNESCO sites22

Income levelUpper middle income

GDP per capita$18,599 (2025)

Tourist arrivals16M (2020)

Travel guide

Turkey, officially the Republic of Türkiye, is a bi-continental country: an oft-repeated cliché about Turkey is that it is the bridge between Europe and Asia. This is true not only geographically, but also culturally, and many Turks value their European and Asian identities equally. Therefore, Turkey is the ultimate "exotic, but with a twist" destination for many: plenty of travellers to the country will find a charming novelty in every corner, yet at the same time, will have a feel of comforting familiarity, regardless of which direction or how far they are arriving from. Add the Turks' legendary warmth towards the visitors to the mix, and you get the idea.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ani
Aphrodisias
Arslantepe
Bursa and Cumalıkızık: the Birth of the Ottoman Empire
City of Safranbolu
Divriği Great Mosque and Hospital
Diyarbakır Fortress and Hevsel Gardens Cultural Landscape
Ephesus
Gordion
Göbekli Tepe

Upcoming public holidays

October 29, 2026Cumhuriyet Bayramı

January 1, 2027Yılbaşı

March 10, 2027Ramazan Bayramı 1. Gün (Tentative Date)

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