Cameroon•AfricaResidence Permit (Carte de Séjour)
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Document allowing foreign nationals to reside in Cameroon for more than 3 months. Issued after arrival on long-stay visa. Valid for 2 years and renewable. Can lead to permanent residency.
The Residence Permit (Carte de Séjour) is a mandatory document for foreign nationals remaining in Cameroon for more than 3 consecutive months. It must be obtained within a specific timeframe after arrival and is essential for legal residence. A 10-year renewable residence card is also available as an alternative.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
21,622 EUR
per year
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Language
French
Intermediate
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Original passport with long-stay visa
Entry visa
Copy of the long-stay visa used for entry
Employment contract or admission letter
For work or study-based residence
Medical certificate
Health certificate from certified medical provider
Police clearance certificate
Certificate of good character
Proof of residence
Rental contract or accommodation proof
Residence certificate
Local authority confirmation of residence address
Yellow fever vaccination
Proof of vaccination
Tax revenue receipt
Proof of tax registration if applicable
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Advantages
- Legal residency in Cameroon
- Path to permanent residency
- Renewable for continued stay
- Supports long-term residence plans
Considerations
- Required after 3 months in country
- Must be obtained from immigration authority
- Requires valid underlying work/study visa
- Ongoing documentation requirements for renewal
Application Process
Arrive in Cameroon
Enter with approved long-stay visa and relevant permits
Register residence
Register address with local authorities
Gather required documents
Collect all supporting documentation for residence permit application
Apply at immigration office
Submit application to General Delegation for National Security
Submit supporting documents
Provide visa, work permit/employment contract, medical certificate, and others
Undergo security clearance
Immigration authority reviews application and conducts checks
Receive residence permit
Carte de Séjour issued upon approval
Application Forms
Residence Permit Application
Form ID: Carte de Séjour
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