Cameroon’s strategic location, diversified economy and membership in regional and international trade blocks make it an attractive destination for cross-border commerce and foreign investment. Our Trade, Investment and International Business Law practice offers comprehensive legal support to help companies enter, operate and expand in the Cameroonian and wider CEMAC market with confidence and compliance.

We provide tailored legal solutions that promote secure investment, protect commercial interests and facilitate smooth international transactions guided by both domestic laws and global best practices.

1. Foreign Investment Advisory

We assist foreign and local investors throughout the entire investment lifecycle—from market entry to project implementation and long-term operations.

Market Entry & Establishment

Guidance on:

• Choosing the appropriate legal entity
• Company incorporation and registration
• Investment licensing and regulatory approvals
• Sector-specific requirements (energy, fintech, manufacturing, agriculture, etc.)

We ensure that investors begin operations on solid legal and structural foundations.

Investment Incentives & Compliance

Support in navigating:

• Cameroon’s investment charters and tax incentives
• Free zone regulations
• Local content requirements
• Investment guarantees and protections

We help clients maximize incentives while maintaining full regulatory compliance.

Joint Ventures, Mergers & Acquisitions

Expert support in structuring and negotiating:

• Partnerships and joint ventures
• Cross-border mergers and acquisitions
• Corporate restructuring and due diligence

We ensure transactions are efficient, transparent and strategically aligned.

2. International Trade Law

We advise exporters, importers, manufacturers and multinational firms on the legal complexities of international commerce in Cameroon.

Trade Compliance & Customs Regulation

Assistance with:

• Import/export licensing
• Customs procedures and tariff classifications
• Trade barriers and non-tariff measures
• Rules of origin and trade documentation

We help businesses avoid delays, penalties and compliance challenges at borders.

Trade Agreements & Regional Integration

Guidance on how clients can benefit from:

• CEMAC regulations
• The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
• WTO rules and commitments
• Bilateral and multilateral trade agreements

We help businesses leverage trade frameworks for market expansion and competitive advantage.

Trade in Services & Digital Trade

Advisory on cross-border:

• Financial services
• Professional services
• ICT and digital platforms
• E-commerce and online marketplaces

We support clients in navigating evolving digital and service trade regulations.

3. Cross-Border Transactions & International Contracts

Our team provides end-to-end support for international business transactions, ensuring contracts are enforceable, balanced and commercially sound.

We draft and negotiate:

• International supply and distribution agreements
• Agency and franchise contracts
• Technology transfer and licensing agreements
• Cross-border financing and investment contracts
• Export contracts and Incoterms-based agreements

We ensure that contractual relationships minimize risk and reflect global best practices.

4. Trade Dispute Resolution & Arbitration

We represent clients in resolving complex commercial and investment disputes involving cross-border elements.

International Arbitration & Mediation

Representation before:

• OHADA Common Court of Justice and Arbitration (CCJA)
• Regional and international arbitration centers
• Ad hoc tribunals under UNCITRAL rules

We provide strategic, solution-oriented dispute management to protect your commercial interests.

Trade & Customs Disputes

Assistance with resolving:

• Customs valuation disputes
• Trade remedy investigations
• Contractual and shipping conflicts

Our focus is on efficient, practical resolution to minimize disruption to business operations.

5. Compliance, Risk Management & Corporate Governance

We help companies maintain ethical and compliant business practices across multiple jurisdictions.

Our services include:

• Anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CFT) compliance
• Anti-bribery and anti-corruption (ABC) frameworks
• International sanctions & export control advisory
• Corporate governance and investor reporting

We ensure your business meets global standards while remaining fully aligned with Cameroonian law.