Launch in Cameroon

Register your company in Cameroon, a diverse country often referred to as "Africa in miniature" due to its geographical and cultural variety. Cameroon offers a strategic location in Central Africa with access to both the Economic and Monetary Community of Central Africa (CEMAC) and Nigerian markets. The country boasts a relatively diversified economy with opportunities in sectors such as agriculture, oil and gas, mining, manufacturing, and services. Cameroon's ongoing efforts to improve its business climate and attract foreign investment make it an increasingly attractive destination for companies looking to establish a presence in Central Africa.

Sidebrief offers the following services to facilitate company registration and establishment in Cameroon:

Registration Services
1. Company Name Reservation: Assistance with securing an approved company name.
2. Document Preparation: Preparation of all necessary incorporation documents in compliance with Cameroonian regulations.
3. Regulatory Filing: Submission of all required documents to the Centre for the Creation of Enterprises (CFCE).
4. Share Capital Setup: Guidance on establishing the share structure.

Post-Registration Services
5. Tax Registration: Assistance with obtaining a tax identification number from the tax authorities.
6. Bank Account Facilitation: Assistance with the corporate bank account opening process.
7. Registered Office Address: Provision of a registered office address service.

Compliance Services
8. Licenses and Permits: Support in obtaining necessary business licenses and permits.

Additional Services
- Annual Financial Statement Filing
- Company Secretary Service
- Local Director Service
- Investment Promotion Support

To register a company in Cameroon, the following items are typically required:
1. Proposed Company Name: The name must be unique and not similar to existing company names.
2. Registered Office Address: A physical address in Cameroon where official communications can be sent.
3. Details of Directors:
   - At least one director is required
   - Name, date of birth, nationality, occupation, and residential address
   - Copies of passports or national IDs for all directors
4. Details of Shareholders:
   - At least one shareholder is required (can be the same as the director)
   - Name, nationality, and residential address
   - Copies of passports or national IDs for all shareholders
5. Share Capital Information:
   - Minimum capital requirement (varies by company type)
   - Number of shares to be issued
   - Value of each share
6. Articles of Association (Statuts): The company's constitution outlining its structure and regulations.
7. Notarial Declaration of Subscription and Payment
8. Identification Documents:
   - Notarized/certified copies of passports or national IDs for all directors and shareholders
9. Criminal Records for Directors (less than 3 months old)
10. Proof of Address for Directors and Shareholders
11. Lease agreement or property deed for the company's registered office

After registration, you will receive:
- Certificate of Incorporation
- Articles of Association (Statuts)
- Tax Identification Number
- Trade Register Number (RCCM)