Cameroon Tax Rates
Cameroon operates a progressive personal income tax system with rates up to 35%. The Direction Générale des Impôts administers the system, featuring a 30% corporate tax rate and 19.25% VAT. Cameroon is the largest economy in the CEMAC zone, with oil, agriculture, and timber as key sectors.
Top Income Tax Rate
35%
Corporate Tax Rate
30%
VAT / Sales Tax
19.3%
Capital Gains Tax
15%
Detailed Tax Information
Income Tax Brackets
Cameroon levies progressive income tax with rates from 10% to 35%. Employment income is subject to PAYE withholding. Additional surtaxes (centimes additionnels communaux of 10%) apply. Non-residents are taxed on Cameroonian-sourced income.
| Income Range | Tax Rate |
|---|---|
| FCFA 0 – FCFA 2.0M | 10% |
| FCFA 2.0M – FCFA 3.0M | 15% |
| FCFA 3.0M – FCFA 5.0M | 25% |
| FCFA 5.0M+ | 35% |
Corporate Tax
The standard corporate tax rate is 30% plus 10% municipal surcharge (effective 33%). Companies in free zones benefit from reduced rates or tax holidays for up to 10 years. A minimum tax of 2.2% of turnover applies. Oil companies are subject to special petroleum fiscal regimes.
Standard Rate
30%
Capital Gains Tax
Capital gains are generally included in taxable income. A 15% withholding may apply to property and share disposals.
Rate
15%
VAT / Sales Tax
VAT is levied at 19.25% (17.5% plus 10% surcharge). Essential goods and services are exempt. Exports are zero-rated.
Standard Rate
19.3%
Cryptocurrency Tax
Cameroon does not have specific cryptocurrency legislation. BEAC guidelines apply across CEMAC member states.
Tax Treaties
Cameroon has approximately 10 double taxation agreements.
Treaty Network
10
Double taxation agreements
Major treaty partners:
Key Details
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US Citizens: Important Note
US citizens are taxed on worldwide income regardless of residence. You'll still need to file US taxes, though the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion and Foreign Tax Credit may reduce your liability.
