Embassy of France in Yaounde, Cameroon; address Plateau Atémengué, Yaoundé; phone +237222279001. Head of mission: Christophe Guilhou. Plus 2 other missions.
Head of mission: Christophe Guilhou, Ambassador (as of 2019)
Head of mission: Mr. Alain Ferre, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Hervé Riviere, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
France is a top global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually with its vibrant culture and diverse offerings. While it appeals to many, it may primarily attract a specific segment of Cameroon’s population of 28 million.
France is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Cameroon. It ranks 40th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night, and 84th out of 160 countries on the Global Peace Index, which is significantly better than Cameroon, ranked 135th. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in France is 1.1 per 100,000 people, compared to 4.5 in Cameroon. Additionally, female murder rates are lower in France (0.7) than in Cameroon (2.3). The Global Organized Crime Index shows that while France has some organized crime issues, its overall crime indices are better than those of Cameroon in several categories, particularly in state crime, where France scores 3.0 compared to Cameroon’s 8.0. Overall, while no place is entirely risk-free, France offers a safer environment for tourists compared to Cameroon.