Consulates in Douala
- 7 missions
- 7 countries
- most embassies are in Yaoundé
Embassies and consulates in Douala
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Consulate General of France in DoualaAvenue des Cocotiers, Douala
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Consulate of Nigeria in DoualaNo.161 Dominique Savio Street, Primaire, Behind Star-Land Hotel, Bonapriso, Douala
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Honorary Consulate of Italy in Douala1440 Avenue docteur Jamot - Akwa, Douala
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Missions of 7 countries are based in Douala, 7 in all (1 consulate general, 4 consulates and 2 honorary consulates). The embassies to Cameroon are in Yaoundé, about 202 km away.
Public holidays in Douala
Public holidays in Cameroon
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
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Youth Day
The missions in Douala close on Cameroon’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, New Year's Day on Friday 1 January 2027 and Youth Day on Thursday 11 February 2027.
Other cities in Cameroon
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Foreign missions in Douala
Among the countries with a mission in Douala are France, Canada, Spain, Mali, Nigeria, Italy and Russia. Of Cameroon’s neighbours, Nigeria is represented in Douala.
Types of mission in Douala
By type, Douala has 1 consulate general, 4 consulates and 2 honorary consulates. Of these, the 2 honorary consulates in Douala offer limited help: honorary consuls work part-time and normally cannot issue visas or full passports.
Other cities in Cameroon
Outside Douala, missions in Cameroon are found in Yaoundé (43) and Buea (1).
Frequently asked questions
How many embassies and consulates are in Douala?
There are 7 foreign missions on record in Douala: 1 consulate general, 4 consulates and 2 honorary consulates.
Which countries have a consulate or embassy in Douala?
Missions from 7 countries are based in Douala, among them France, Canada, Spain, Mali and Nigeria.
Is there an embassy in Douala?
No. The embassies to Cameroon are in Yaoundé, about 202 km away; Douala has consulates and honorary consulates.
When are the missions in Douala closed?
The missions in Douala close on Cameroon’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day on Friday 25 December 2026, and on each mission’s own national day.