GhanaCameroon: Visa required

GhanaCameroon

Do Ghana passport holders need a visa for Cameroon?

Visa required

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

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

Source: ambacamcaire.com (checked September 3, 2026).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-21
    Distance1,313 km, straight line (~2h 3m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Cameroon7 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Cameroon passport holders visiting Ghana: eTA.

Visa-free alternatives near Cameroon

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

Other visa-free destinations for Ghana passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Ghana passport holders need a visa for Cameroon?

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

How far is Cameroon from Ghana?

About 1,313 km in a straight line, roughly ~2h 3m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Cameroon?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Cameroon?

112.

What time zone is Cameroon in?

Douala (UTC+1).

What is the nearest airport to Yaounde?

Yaoundé Nsimalen International Airport (NSI), about 17 km away.

How many countries can enter Cameroon without a visa?

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

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

Nigeria, Benin, Togo, Niger, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire.

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.