UK in Cameroon

The Commonwealth in 2009

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Celebrating the Queen's Baton

Cameroon took its celebrations of the arrival of the Queen's Baton 2010 Delhi to the people during a long function on the iconic 20 May Boulevard on Tuesday, getting sports persons, officials and cultural groups to take part in the relay. The 20 May Boulevard ... More

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UK in Cameroon

From human rights to climate change, the British High Commission Yaounde is building partnerships in Cameroon on a range of issues to support prosperity and security for both countries.

The High Commission is part of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office's global network of 261 diplomatic posts around the world delivering the UK's vision of a Better world, better Britain.

We deliver migration and consular services and support UK interests in Cameroon, Chad, the Central African Republic and Gabon.

Public Holidays at the British High Commission

The days in 2010 that the British High Commission will be closed to the public. Note: BHC closed on 11th February 2010.

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Our Activities

Find in our Newsroom, the most recent activities, press releases, speeches and events the High Commission is engaged in.

Cameroon

The British High Commission represents Britain and promotes British interest in Cameroon and the region. The Mission is also responsible for Gabon , Chad and the Central African Republic . Our Visa Section processes visa applications from people in Cameroon and the region wanting to visit Britain and our Consular Section provides consular services and passports to British citizens .

Through dialogue with the governments in the region, and support such as funding for training, we work to ensure that internationally accepted norms are met in democratic practice, good governance and respect for human rights. We fully support the Government of Cameroon in the fight against corruption. We work closely with non- governmental organisations (NGOs) in the region and fund a range of projects initiated by them.

LATEST NEWS

Burmese activists welcomed to the Foreign Office
9 February 2010
A group of Burmese activists met with Foreign Office Minister Ivan Lewis today during a short visit to the UK.

Civilian Stabilisation Group launch
9 February 2010
Foreign Office Minister, Glenys Kinnock, attended the launch of the Civilian Stabilisation Group at the Royal Geographical Society in London on 9 February.