Paul-Charles Ermens (June 8, 1884 – November 1, 1957) was a senior Force Publique officer, Vice-governor general of the Belgian Congo and Commander of the Force Publique.

His most famous post was when he served as the commander of the Force Publique in World War II.

He commanded the 3rd battalion of the Force Publique in the East African Campaign (World War I), for his service he was awarded the title of knight in the Order of the African Star.

In 1930 he didn't agree with the plans to reform the Force Publique and returned to Belgium.

During World War II he was appointed as Lieutenant general and Commander of the Force Publique.