Residence & citizenship
Cameroonian Residence Permit (Carte de Séjour)
The permit foreign nationals need to reside legally in Cameroon for more than three months, authorising longer-term settled residence in the country.
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The minimum cost (commonly cited around 250,000 XAF), processing time and renewal/validity periods are drawn from secondary sources; confirm current figures with the DGSN.
Important information
Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Cameroon government website before you apply.
On this page
- Official name
- Residence permit (carte de séjour)
- Route type
- Residence permit
- When required
- Stays longer than three months
- Issuing authority
- DGSN (General Delegation for National Security)
- Legal basis
- Decree No. 2007/255 of 4 September 2007
Who it is for
- Foreign workers, students and family members staying beyond three months
- Anyone establishing longer-term residence in Cameroon
Requirements
- Completed application form from the immigration office
- Passport valid at least six months, and proof of legal entry
- Passport-size photographs and yellow fever vaccination card
- Employment contract, enrolment letter or family evidence (per purpose)
- Proof of accommodation and of financial means
- Police clearance certificate from the home country
How to apply
- Apply at the DGSN / local immigration office during the entry visa's validity
- Submit the documents supporting your stay
- Renew before expiry to maintain continuous lawful residence
Official sources
For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.
Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.