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Cameroon

Same-sex relations are criminalized under Cameroon's Penal Code (article 347-1, introduced in 1972), with penalties of up to 5 years' imprisonment and fines. The 2010 Cybersecurity Law additionally criminalizes online same-sex propositions. There is no legal recognition of same-sex unions. Several foreign affairs ministries maintain active travel advisories for Cameroon. We recommend consulting official sources before planning any travel.

Population 31,0M Capital Yaundé Language French, English Currency Central African CFA Franc (XAF)

Legal framework · Cameroon

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LGBT identity
Criminalized · up to 5 years prison
Penal Code article 347-1 (originally 347bis, 1972) · imprisonment and fines · Law 2010/012 criminalizes online propositions
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Partnership recognition
Not recognized
No same-sex marriage or civil union

Official sources
check before traveling to Cameroon

Foreign affairs ministries publish updated travel advisories. For destinations with restrictive legal frameworks we recommend consulting several official sources before planning.

U.S. State Department

Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to risk of crime, terrorism, unrest, health, kidnapping, and improvised explosive devices.

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UK FCDO

Advises against all travel to parts of Cameroon (Far-North, North-West, South-West) and all but essential travel to other areas due to regional conflict and border instability.

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