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🇨🇲 Cameroon Statutory Tax Guide

Cameroon Tax Brackets & Rates (2026)

Comprehensive statutory tax rates, withholding thresholds, social contributions, and deduction rules governed by Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI Cameroun).

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📜 Statutory Authority & Legal Framework

In Cameroon, personal income taxation is administered by the Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI Cameroun) under the authority of Code Général des Impôts (IRPP Barème).

Cameroon progressive IRPP (10% to 35%) plus 10% CAC surcharge and 4.2% CNPS pension contribution.

📊 2026 Progressive Marginal Tax Brackets

ISO: XAF
Income Bracket (FCFA) Marginal Tax Rate Bracket Type
10% 10.0% Tier 1
15% 15.0% Tier 2
25% 25.0% Tier 3
35% 35.0% Tier 4

🛡️ Mandatory Social Security & Pension Contributions

CNPS Caisse Nationale

Employee Share: 4.2%
Employer Share: 11.2%
Wage Cap: FCFA 9,000,000

Frequently Asked Questions: Cameroon Taxation

What are the income tax brackets in Cameroon?

Cameroon operates a progressive tax system administered by Direction Générale des Impôts (DGI Cameroun) under Code Général des Impôts (IRPP Barème).

What social security or pension contributions apply in Cameroon?

Mandatory contributions include: CNPS Caisse Nationale (4.2%).