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Japanese Embassy in Cameroon

1 embassy

Japan is represented in Cameroon by 1 mission: an embassy in Yaoundé. Cameroonian citizens need a visa for Japan, obtained before travel.

Japanese Embassy in Yaoundé

Embassy of Japan in Yaoundé

Embassy · Yaoundé

Today 08:00–12:30, 13:30–16:00
Address
Rue 1.828 1535, Yaoundé

At Rue 1.828 1535, Yaoundé, the Japanese embassy represents Japan towards Cameroon. Its phone number and website are on its page.

Japan visa for Cameroonian citizens

CameroonJapan Visa required Japan visa for citizens of Cameroon

JapanCameroon e-Visa Cameroon visa for citizens of Japan

Japan visa requirements for citizens of Cameroon

  • Short-term stay visa (tourism)
  • Short-term stay visa (business)
  • Short-term stay visa (visiting relatives or friends)
  • JAPAN eVISA (single-entry tourism)
  • Fee: JP¥15,000
  • 16 required documents

checked 22 October 2026

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Japan requires Cameroonian citizens to hold a visa issued in advance. In Cameroon, applications go to the Japanese embassy in Yaoundé, or to a visa centre working for Japan.

Cameroon’s missions in Japan

Missions of Cameroon in Japan (1)

In return, Cameroon has an embassy in Japan, in Tokyo.

Good to know

Japan in Cameroon

Worldwide, Japan has 248 missions in 146 countries; one of them is in Cameroon.

Travel to Cameroon for Japanese citizens

Japanese citizens need an e-Visa for Cameroon, applied for online before travel. In Cameroon, Japanese citizens can turn to the Japanese embassy for passports and emergency help.

When the Japanese embassy in Cameroon is closed

The Japanese embassy in Cameroon closes on Cameroon’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Youth Day on Thursday 11 February 2027, and usually on some holidays of Japan, such as Labour Thanksgiving Day on Monday 23 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the Japanese embassy in Cameroon?

The Japanese embassy is in Yaoundé, at Rue 1.828 1535, Yaoundé.

Do Cameroonian citizens need a visa for Japan?

Cameroonian citizens need a visa for Japan, obtained before travel.

Do Japanese citizens need a visa for Cameroon?

Japanese citizens need a visa for Cameroon, which they can apply for online as an e-Visa.

Does Cameroon have an embassy in Japan?

Yes, Cameroon has its embassy in Tokyo.