The Cameroon diplomatic presence in the United States is primarily established through its embassy located in Washington, D.C., and several consulates across major cities, including Los Angeles, Houston, and New York. The Ambassador of the Republic of Cameroon to the United States of America in Washington DC welcomes you. Please contact us anytime if you need more information.
Functions of the Embassy
These diplomatic missions play a vital role in fostering bilateral relations by facilitating trade, cultural exchanges, and cooperation in areas like security and immigration. Their functions encompass providing consular services, protecting the interests of Cameroonian nationals, and engaging in diplomatic dialogues.
Consular Services
Within this section, the Consular Section of the Embassy of the Republic of Cameroon in the United States of America provides information to applicants about the procedures for acquiring entry visas to Cameroon, Cameroonian passports, Travel Documents or Consular Cards, Permits to import firearms for hunting purposes, Transcriptions of birth certificates, and other types of requests.
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Important Notices
Further to his Public Notice of March 13th, 2020 relating to the new precautionary measures applied by the Embassy of Cameroon in Washington DC and the Government's decision to close the borders of Cameroon from March 18th, 2020, The Ambassador of Cameroon to the United States, His Excellency Henri ETOUNDI ESSOMBA, informs the public that THE ISSUANCE OF ENTRY VISAS TO CAMEROON IS SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
The Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Cameroon to the United States of America, H.E. ETOUNDI ESSOMBA, hereby informs the general public that the Embassy will resume the issuance of entry visas to Cameroon as of Monday June, 22nd, 2020. In this regard, all visa applications must include a proof of a negative result to the Covid-19 test, obtained within three (03) days. Note should be taken that the visa processing time may be much longer than usual. The Ambassador counts on your understanding as well as the respect of the aforementioned measures.
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The Embassy of the Republic of Cameroon in the United States informs the Cameroonian community and the diaspora of the creation by the Head of State of a Special National Solidarity Fund as part of the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic. This Fund, with an initial amount of one billion CFA francs, will be used to finance operations identified as part of the response strategy against the spread of this pandemic in Cameroon.
Registering Your Trip
Registering your trip with the Cameroon embassy is crucial for ensuring your safety and maintaining effective communication during your travels. By registering, you allow the embassy to provide timely support in emergencies such as natural disasters, political unrest, or medical emergencies.
For instance, if a hurricane disrupts travel in Cameroon, registered travelers can receive immediate alerts and assistance in evacuating safely. Similarly, in cases of political unrest, the embassy can guide registered citizens on safe routes and provide shelter if necessary. In the unfortunate event of a medical emergency, having your information on file enables embassy staff to liaise with local healthcare providers and offer the necessary support.
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