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The U.S. Embassy in Yaounde oversees the U.S.-Cameroon relationship, with a focus on promoting regional security against threats like Boko Haram, advancing public health through PEPFAR and malaria initiatives, and supporting a peaceful resolution to the conflict in the Anglophone regions. The mission advocates for democracy, human rights, and economic growth.Lire plusLire moins
Services de Visa
The embassy provides a full range of visa services, including nonimmigrant visas for business and study, and immigrant visas.
Services Consulaires
The American Citizen Services (ACS) unit offers passport, citizenship, and emergency assistance to U.S. citizens in Cameroon.
Soutien Commercial et à l'Exportation
The embassy's commercial section assists U.S. companies interested in the Cameroonian market, focusing on sectors like energy, infrastructure, and agriculture.
Opportunités d'Investissement
The embassy provides information on investment opportunities, particularly in infrastructure and natural resources, while advising on the risks associated with the security situation.
Soutien aux Entreprises
The Economic Section works with Cameroon to improve its investment climate and advocates for U.S. businesses, while also monitoring humanitarian needs.
Programmes Culturels et Éducatifs
The Public Affairs section manages exchange programs like the Mandela Washington Fellowship (YALI) to build connections between the people of the U.S. and Cameroon.
Informations sur les Rendez-vous
Appointments are required for all consular services and must be made online. The embassy also has a consular antenna in Douala.
Notes Spéciales
The embassy operates in a complex environment due to the ongoing crisis in the Anglophone regions and the terrorist threat in the Far North. The State Department has travel advisories for several parts of the country.