If you’re planning to invest in land or property in Cameroon—especially with family, friends, or business partners—SCI may be the smartest legal structure available to you. At Positivaris Real Estate, we specialize in setting up and managing SCIs to help clients invest securely, transparently, and collaboratively.
But what exactly is an SCI, and how does it work?
🏛️ What Is an SCI?
SCI stands for Société Civile Immobilière, a legal real estate company created to manage property ownership between two or more people. In this structure, each co-owner becomes a shareholder of the company, rather than owning the land directly in their name.
It is commonly used in France, Cameroon, and Francophone Africa, especially for family investment, inheritance planning, and diaspora co-investment.
💡 How Does It Work?
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You and your partners (family, friends, or investors) create an SCI with a defined share structure.
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The SCI purchases and owns the property on behalf of all shareholders.
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All decisions are made through governance rules (voting, board meetings, etc.)
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Profits from rental income or resale are distributed based on shares.
✅ Why Is It a Smart Option?
1. Legal Protection
The land is held by a registered company, reducing individual risk and protecting against disputes.
2. Clear Ownership & Succession
Shares can be passed on to heirs easily, without the need to split the land physically.
3. Ideal for Diaspora Co-Investment
Allows multiple partners abroad to invest collectively, without being physically present.
4. Transparent & Trackable
All transactions and decisions are recorded within the company—enhancing accountability.
5. Simplified Administration
Avoids many of the traditional land ownership complications in Cameroon (multiple names, informal transactions, etc.)
🏠 At Positivaris, We Handle It All
From setting up your SCI and filing legal paperwork, to managing the land and facilitating resale or rental, our team ensures the entire process is smooth, secure, and beneficial to all co-investors.
📞 Ready to co-invest in land with family or partners?
We’ll help you set up an SCI tailored to your goals.
👉 Contact us via WhatsApp: +237 653 62 00 21
📩 Or email: cforsah@positivaris-realestate.com