United KingdomCameroon: Visa required

United KingdomCameroon

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Cameroon?

Visa required

Yes. United Kingdom 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: gov.uk (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa required

Maximum stayLength of stay varies

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelYes, arrange in advance

Data as of2026-10-14

Distance5,405 km, straight line (~6h 52m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Cameroon7 of 242 nationalities tracked

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

Cameroon drives on the right, the opposite side to United Kingdom. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Cameroon

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Frequently asked questions

Do United Kingdom passport holders need a visa for Cameroon?

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

How far is Cameroon from United Kingdom?

About 5,405 km in a straight line, roughly ~6h 52m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Cameroon?

Central African CFA franc (XAF).

What is the emergency number in Cameroon?

112.

Does Cameroon drive on the same side of the road as United Kingdom?

Cameroon drives on the right, the opposite side to United Kingdom. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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 United Kingdom passport holders visit without a visa instead of Cameroon?

São Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, Burundi, Rwanda.

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 United Kingdom

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom (UK) or Britain, is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of the continental mainland. It comprises England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a population of over 69 million in 2024. The UK includes the island of Great Britain, the north-eastern part of the island of Ireland, and most of the smaller islands within the British Isles, covering 94,354 square miles (244,376 km2). It shares a land border with the Republic of Ireland and is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, the North Sea, the English Channel, the Celtic Sea and the Irish Sea, while maintaining sovereignty over the Crown Dependencies and the British Overseas Territories. The capital and largest city of England and the UK is London; Edinburgh, Cardiff and Belfast are the national capitals of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, respectively.

CapitalLondon

RegionNorthern Europe

Population69.5M

Area242,900 km²

CurrencyBritish pound (1 USD ≈ 0.75 GBP)

LanguagesEnglish

Calling code+44

Drives on theleft

TimezoneLondon (UTC+1)

Nearest airportLondon City Airport (LCY), 13 km

Emergency number112 / 999

UNESCO sites37

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$57,602 (2025)

Tourist arrivals11.1M (2020)

Climate in London

Warmest August, coolest December, driest May, sunniest May.

Monthly climate normals for London, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	9.4°C	3.9°C	59mm	127h
February	10.2°C	3.8°C	103mm	157h
March	10.7°C	3.2°C	45mm	229h
April	16.6°C	5.7°C	34mm	323h
May	19.1°C	7.9°C	5mm	397h
June	20.5°C	11.6°C	80mm	324h
July	21.7°C	13°C	47mm	320h
August	23.5°C	15.4°C	74mm	313h
September	20°C	11.2°C	25mm	266h
October	14.1°C	8.4°C	159mm	169h
November	12.3°C	6.1°C	48mm	141h
December	8.1°C	3.1°C	85mm	117h

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

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is a constitutional monarchy comprising most of the British Isles. It is a union of four constituent countries: England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, each of which has something unique and exciting for visitors.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Blaenavon Industrial Landscape
Blenheim Palace
Buildings and architecture of Bath
Canterbury Cathedral, St Augustine's Abbey, and St Martin's Church
Castles and Town Walls of King Edward in Gwynedd
Cornwall and West Devon Mining Landscape
Derwent Valley Mills
Durham Castle and Cathedral
Flow Country
Forth Bridge

Upcoming public holidays

November 30, 2026Saint Andrew's Day

December 25, 2026Christmas Day

December 28, 2026Boxing Day

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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.