Africa > Cameroon: Covid-19 and Travel

Entry to the territory: Allowed
Anyone can enter Cameroon.

Effective October 4th, 2022, all passengers on flights originating overseas flying into Cameroon will no longer be required to present a negative PCR Test if they present proof of Covid-19 vaccination. Note that both QR coded and CDC cards are acceptable. For passengers with no proof of COVID-19 vaccination, a negative PCR test taken no more than 72 hours prior MUST be presented upon arrival.

COVID-19 tests are administered on arrival at the airport/port of entry as part of the entry screening process.

The Cameroonian government has updated the previous policy of mandatory quarantine for travelers. Air passengers with a positive COVID-19 test result at the port of entry will be required to enter symptoms isolation at home or in a government facility at their own expense depending on their symptoms. Although quarantine is not required, travelers may have been exposed to COVID-19 during their travels and are encouraged to limit contact with others for 14 days after their trip.

Tests: Negative PCR test results is required for some travelers.

Quarantine: Depends
Quarantine required for some travelers.

Information updated on 2023-03-08.

Lockdown: Partial
Gatherings of over 50 people are prohibited. Restrictions on bars, restaurants and entertainment spots have been lifted.

Visits to public institutions, including government buildings, have been limited.

You must wear a face mask in public spaces and there is occasional sanctioning of those people found to have breached restrictions and any confinement measures imposed on them.

Mask use
Masks are required in public spaces

Gatherings: Partially Allowed
Events of more than 50 people banned

Restaurants and bars: Fully Open

Shops: Open

Tourist attractions: Open