List of colonial governors in 1972

This is a list of the governors of colonies, protectorates, or other dependencies in 1972. Where applicable, native rulers are also listed.

France

• DAfars and Issas
  • Commissioner – Georges Thiercy, High Commissioner of the Afars and Issas (1971–1974)
  • Governing Council – Ali Aref Bourhan, President of the Governing Council (1967–1976)

Portugal

• Angola –
  1. Camilo Augusto de Miranda Rebocho Vaz, High Commissioner of Angola (1966–1972)
  2. Fernando Augusto Santos e Castro, High Commissioner of Angola (1972–1974)

United Kingdom

• Hong Kong –
  • Lord MacLehose of Beoch, Governor of Hong Kong (1971–1982)