Travelling to Cameroon from the UK: visa, flights, time and money
Updated on 23 October 2026 · 7 min read
From the UK, Cameroon is one connection away, usually in Paris, Brussels, Istanbul, Casablanca or Addis Ababa, for a journey of roughly 10 to 14 hours. British citizens need a visa, applied for online at evisacam.cm and handled by the Cameroon High Commission in London, plus a yellow fever certificate. Here is what is specific to leaving from the UK, from the visa sticker to the plug adapter.
Cameroon visa from the UK: the e-visa and the London High Commission
All applications go through the official portal evisacam.cm; the Cameroon High Commission in London (84 Holland Park, W11 3SB), which also covers Scandinavia and Iceland, does not take walk-in visa applications. There is no visa on arrival at Douala or Yaoundé.
| Question | From the UK |
|---|---|
| Short-stay fee | €153 for 1 to 180 days on the High Commission's list at the time of writing; long stay €305 |
| Processing | Up to 72 hours after payment; express (dearer) up to 24 hours |
| When to apply | At least 10 days before you enter, and no more than 6 months before |
| Visa sticker | Printed at the airport on arrival, or affixed at the High Commission before you travel if you prefer |
Arriving by air only
The e-visa works for arrivals at Douala and Yaoundé airports. GOV.UK notes that if you enter by road or sea you need a physical visa from an embassy or high commission. At passport control, make sure the officer stamps your passport.
Flights from the UK to Douala and Yaoundé
There is no direct flight from the UK at the time of writing. From London, typical one-stop routes include, for example (routes change, so check before booking):
| Airline | Via | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Air France | Paris-CDG | Direct onward flights to Douala and Yaoundé |
| Brussels Airlines | Brussels | Serves both cities |
| Turkish Airlines | Istanbul | Also from several UK regional airports |
| Royal Air Maroc | Casablanca | Check the layover length |
| Ethiopian Airlines | Addis Ababa | From London, and Manchester at the time of writing |
Some travellers take the train to Paris or Brussels and fly from there; allow a generous margin, as a missed train does not protect a separate flight ticket. Many arrivals in Cameroon are in the evening or at night, so book your pickup before you fly.
Time difference between the UK and Cameroon
| Period | Time in Cameroon |
|---|---|
| UK winter, GMT (late October to late March) | One hour ahead of London (noon in London = 1 pm in Douala) |
| UK summer, BST (late March to late October) | Same time as London |
Cameroon stays on GMT+1 all year and does not change its clocks.
Pounds, FCFA and sending money
- The pound rate is not fixed. The FCFA is tied to the euro (1 euro = 655.957 FCFA), so the pound's value in FCFA moves with the pound–euro rate. Check the day's rate before you change.
- Pounds are less easy to change than euros in Cameroon. A card for cash machines in town (Visa is the most widely accepted) is simpler; tell your bank you are travelling and check its fees abroad.
- Sending money home: services such as Remitly, WorldRemit, Taptap Send or Western Union send from the UK straight to MTN MoMo or Orange Money wallets, often within minutes. Compare the FCFA actually received, not only the fee; wallets have daily limits.
What to pack from the UK
- A plug adapter: UK plugs (type G) do not fit Cameroonian sockets (types C and E, 220 V). The voltage is close to the UK's, so a simple adapter is enough for most devices. Bring one per person, or a UK extension lead with one adapter.
- Light clothes all year, a rain jacket from June to October, a thin layer for air-conditioning.
- Your yellow fever certificate with your passport, and advice from a travel clinic about malaria.
- The Douane CMR app: fill in the Cameroon customs declaration before you fly. It produces a QR code scanned on arrival, and some airlines check it at boarding.
- Printed copies of your visa approval, bookings and the address where you stay.
FCDO travel advice: what it means for your plans
At the time of writing, the FCDO advises against all travel to the North-West and to most of the South-West (including Buea and Tiko), to the Far North outside the Maroua area, and to areas near the borders with Nigeria, Chad and the Central African Republic; it advises against all but essential travel to Limbé. Travelling against FCDO advice can affect your travel insurance. Douala and Yaoundé are visited with ordinary precautions. Read the current advice and sign up for its email alerts.
English is one of Cameroon's two official languages, but Douala and Yaoundé are mostly French-speaking day to day. Our team answers in English, and a booked driver saves you explaining addresses in French on the first night.
Frequently asked questions
Do British citizens need a visa for Cameroon?
Yes. Apply online at evisacam.cm; the Cameroon High Commission in London handles UK applications. There is no visa on arrival.
How much is a Cameroon visa from the UK?
At the time of writing the High Commission lists €153 for a normal short-stay visa (1 to 180 days); express processing costs more. The portal shows the exact amount when you pay.
Is there a direct flight from London to Douala?
Not at the time of writing. Routes connect once, for example in Paris, Brussels, Istanbul, Casablanca or Addis Ababa.
What is the time difference between the UK and Cameroon?
Cameroon is one hour ahead of the UK in winter and on the same time in summer, when the UK is on BST.
What adapter do I need for Cameroon from the UK?
A UK-to-European adapter: Cameroon uses type C and E sockets at 220 V, close to UK voltage.