Three Seminars for Exporters to Cameroon

PCA NewslettersMarch 11, 2025

At SGS, we empower businesses operating in the Republic of Cameroon through engaging sessions on key customs procedures. In three recent seminars, attendees gained valuable insights and practical guidance to navigate the export process with confidence.

To facilitate trade and ensure compliance with Cameroonian customs regulations, we hosted a series of workshops in collaboration with the European Chamber of Trade, the Belgian Economic Mission and the National Shippers' Council of Cameroon (CNCC). These provided exporters, importers, customs clearance agents and investors with a clear understanding of the mandatory customs procedures required for trade with Cameroon.

Cameroonian authorities have implemented two key programs to regulate imports and ensure adherence to national and international trade standards:

Import verification program (IVP): this program aims to determine the customs value of goods, ensure proper tariff classification and enhance transparency in import formalities
Pre-shipment conformity assessment program (PECAE): designed to verify the quality of imported goods, PECAE ensures consumer health and safety, environmental protection and overall economic stability

The presentations focused on the regulatory and legal frameworks, operating procedures, official costs, certificates or deliverables issued, and the online tools we offer interested parties entering these two programs. In addition, clarification on issues of delay identified by participants was offered.

The seminars all ended on a note of general satisfaction on the part of the participants.

Participant profiles

Eurocham Cameroon

The European Chamber of Commerce in Cameroon, Eurocham Cameroon, is a non-profit association founded in 2020. It is dedicated to fostering a business-friendly environment where European companies can establish and thrive in Cameroon. With a membership of 146 companies, it provides a range of services and resources, including business support, events and networking opportunities, business advocacy and newsletters.

Brussels Agency for Entrepreneurship (HUB Brussels)

The Brussels Agency for Entrepreneurship promotes business in the Brussels region. It informs and supports companies at every stage of their development, with key roles including guidance on Belgian and foreign markets, stimulating the commercial environment, encouraging investment and advising the government.

Cameroon National Shippers’ Council (CNSC)

CNSC is a public administrative establishment dedicated to supporting and safeguarding the interests of shippers. Its core mission is to facilitate international trade by offering assistance and advocacy for shippers in Cameroon.

Learn more about Cameroon – Pre-Shipment Evaluation of Conformity (PECAE).

This article can also be found in our PCA Newsletter (Q1/2025) – which keeps you up-to-date with developments in technical barriers to trade and product conformity assessment.