Work visas
Cameroonian Work Permit and Employment (Long-stay) Visa
The route for foreign nationals taking up employment in Cameroon, combining a long-stay visa, work authorisation and a residence permit in one process.
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Under review — check current rules
The precise sequence and naming of the labour authorisation (issued via the labour ministry) and residence-permit cost/duration are drawn from secondary sources; confirm current procedure with the DGSN and the relevant labour authority.
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.
- Official name
- Long-stay employment visa + residence permit (carte de séjour)
- Route type
- Work / long-stay visa
- Sponsor
- Employer with an employment contract
- In-country step
- Residence permit from the DGSN for stays over three months
Who it is for
- Foreign nationals with a job offer or employment contract in Cameroon
- Employees transferred to a Cameroon office or project
Requirements
- Passport valid at least six months beyond entry
- Employment contract with a Cameroon employer
- Labour / work authorisation for the role
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Supporting documents for the residence permit (photos, proof of accommodation, legal entry)
What you can do
- Take up the authorised paid employment in Cameroon
- Reside long-term once the residence permit is granted
- Apply for family members to join where eligible
How to apply
- Secure an employment contract and required labour authorisation
- Apply online at evisacam.cm for the long-stay visa
- After arrival, apply for the residence permit at the DGSN within the visa's validity
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.