Creating a Public Construction Company in Cameroon.

To establish a public construction company in Cameroon, it is essential to meet the following requirements:

• Investment Declaration
• Registration with the Commercial Chamber
• Statistical Registration

A public construction company must obtain the necessary licenses to operate. These licenses are issued by competent authorities and serve multiple purposes:

• Ensuring work quality
• Protecting workers and users
• Safeguarding consumer rights
• Regulating the public works market

The licensing framework in the public works sector is governed by Law No. 2013/004 of August 18th on Planning and Building Authorization. This law establishes four types of construction licenses:

1. License D – Issued to small-sized construction companies, allowing them to handle projects with budgets above 50 million XAF.
2. License C – Designed for medium-sized companies, permitting them to undertake construction projects ranging from 50 million to 500 million XAF.
3. License B – Intended for large construction firms, authorizing them to execute projects with budgets exceeding 500 million XAF.

License Issuance & Requirements

Licenses are granted by competent authorities based on the nature of the work to be performed. The requirements for obtaining a license vary depending on the license type and the issuing authority. However, companies generally must fulfill both administrative and technical requirements, which may include:

• Submitting an application file
• Conducting a feasibility study
• Providing a financial guarantee
• Presenting a security plan

Cécile O’Omock
Communication Officer
Mojufisc