Ghana Work Permit 2026: Requirements, Cost & How to Apply (Full Guide)

Last Updated: October 27, 2026

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Flowchart of the Ghana work and residence permit process in 2026: 1. Non-Citizen Ghana Card from the NIA (US$120); 2. GIS medical screening (US$250); 3. work permit application and fee lodged at the Ghana Immigration Service (US$1,293 non-ECOWAS, US$647 ECOWAS); 4. residence permit endorsed in the passport. Total first-year government cost US$1,663; typical processing 5 to 6 weeks.

Reviewed by the FIRMUS Advisory Immigration & Compliance Team

Key Summary: Every foreign national who wants to work in Ghana, including ECOWAS citizens, needs a work and residence permit from the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). The permit must be tied to a Ghana-registered employer or to your own registered company, and it is usually valid for one year and renewable. The government fee for a company-sponsored permit is US$1,293 for non-ECOWAS nationals and US$647 for ECOWAS nationals, with lower fees for GIPA quota holders, NGOs and missionaries. You also need a Non-Citizen Ghana Card (US$120) and a GIS medical screening (US$250). The Ghana Immigration Service indicates 8 to 10 weeks for processing; in our experience, a complete application is usually approved in about 5 to 6 weeks.

Key facts: Ghana work and residence permit 2026

Issued by: Ghana Immigration Service (GIS)

Who needs it: All foreign nationals working in Ghana, including ECOWAS citizens

Permit fee (company employees): US$1,293 non-ECOWAS · US$647 ECOWAS

Other costs: Non-Citizen Ghana Card US$120 (renewal US$78) · medical US$250 (renewal US$150)

Validity: Usually one year, renewable

Processing time: GIS indicates 8 to 10 weeks; about 5 to 6 weeks in our experience for a complete application

Quota route: Automatic quota of 2 to 12 positions under the GIPA Act, 2026, by capital invested

What Is a Ghana Work and Residence Permit?

A work permit allows a foreign national to be legally employed or to run a business in Ghana. A residence permit gives the right to live in Ghana for an extended period. Ghana does not issue a separate “work visa”: foreigners who intend to live and work in Ghana need both a work permit and a residence permit, which are applied for and issued together.

Who Needs a Work Permit in Ghana?

All non-Ghanaian citizens who wish to work, live or invest in Ghana need a work and residence permit. This includes:

  • Foreign employees of local companies or non-profit organisations
  • Self-employed expatriates
  • Foreign investors and business owners
  • Missionaries and volunteers
  • Spouses and dependants of permit holders, through a dependant residence permit

ECOWAS citizens can enter Ghana visa-free for up to 90 days, but they still need a work and residence permit to be employed or self-employed.

Which Ghana Work Permit Route Is Right for You?

Most delays start with the wrong route. Find your situation in the table below, then read the section on that route. Fees are the GIS annual permit fees for non-ECOWAS nationals, with the ECOWAS fee in brackets.

Your situation Route Who applies
Employed by a Ghana company that has no GIPA quota Company work and residence permit issued by Ghana Immigration Service Employer
Owner, director or staff of a foreign-owned company registered with GIPA GIPA automatic quota permit Company, using its GIPA quota
Specialist the company cannot recruit locally Immigrant quota from Ministry of the Interior or GIPA Company, through the Immigrant Quota Committee
Missionary, NGO worker or volunteer Missionary and NGO work permit through the Ghana Immigration Service Church or NGO
Ghanaian by birth holding a foreign passport Permit for Ghanaians with a foreign passport Applicant
Spouse, child under 18 or parent over 60 of a permit holder Dependent residence permit (no right to work) Principal permit holder or employer
Person of African descent planning to settle in Ghana Right of Abode (no work permit needed once granted) Applicant, to the Minister for the Interior
Working in upstream oil and gas, mining or a free zone Sector regulator first, then GIS Employer

Source: Ghana Immigration Service, Fees and Charges (schedule effective 15 May 2025); Immigration Act, 2000 (Act 573).

Types of Work and Residence Permits in Ghana

  1. Work permit (company): for foreigners employed by a company or organisation registered in Ghana. Valid for one year and renewable.
  2. Quota work permit (GIPA): for companies registered with the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA), formerly GIPC. The company receives automatic expatriate quota positions based on the capital it has invested. Under the GIPA Act, 2026 (Act 1173), a quota is valid for five years and renewable, while each expatriate’s individual permit is renewed annually at GIS. This route suits owners, shareholders and directors because of its long-term nature.
  3. Immigrant quota work permit (Ministry of the Interior): granted by the Ministry of the Interior on the recommendation of an Immigrant Quota Committee, which assesses the applicant’s skills. It serves the same purpose as the GIPA quota. Valid for one year and renewable.
  4. Dependant residence permit: for the spouse, children under 18 and parents over 60 of a work and residence permit holder.
  5. Indefinite residence permit: for foreign nationals who wish to live in Ghana permanently after an extended period of lawful residence. The permit is granted at the discretion of the Ghana Immigration Service under the Immigration Act, 2000 (Act 573). In our experience, GIS generally expects at least 7 to 8 years of continuous lawful residence, together with evidence of investment or economic contribution in Ghana, such as tax payments or job creation.

How many expatriates can a company employ? GIPA automatic quota bands

Capital invested in the company Automatic quota positions
US$50,000 to US$500,000 2
Above US$500,000 to US$1 million 4
Above US$1 million to US$3 million 6
Above US$3 million to US$6 million 8
Above US$6 million to US$10 million 10
Above US$10 million 12

Source: GIPA Act, 2026 (Act 1173), in force 15 July 2026.

Do You Need a Sector Regulator’s Approval Before Applying?

Some industries and professions need a regulator’s approval or license before, or alongside, the GIS application.

Sector Regulator What it means for your permit
Upstream oil and gas Petroleum Commission Expatriate positions must be approved by the Commission, and only after the employer shows it could not recruit a suitable Ghanaian. A Ghanaian successor must be trained by the expatriate.
Mining Minerals Commission Mineral right holders receive an immigration quota for an approved number of expatriates and must run a localisation programme to train Ghanaians to replace them.
Free zones Ghana Free Zones Authority Work and residence permit applications for free zone enterprises go to the Authority, which processes them in consultation with GIS.
Health professions Medical and Dental Council, Nursing and Midwifery Council, Pharmacy Council Doctors, dentists, nurses and pharmacists must be registered or licensed to practice before working.
Engineering Engineering Council Engineers practising in Ghana must be registered under the Engineering Council Act.

Source: L.I. 2204; Minerals and Mining Act, 2006 (Act 703), ss. 29 and 50; Free Zones Act, 1995 (Act 504), s. 34; Engineering Council Act, 2011 (Act 819).

In our experience, GIS may ask for the regulator’s approval letter or licence as part of the application, so obtain it before you apply to Ghana Immigration Service.

Ghana Work Permit Requirements and Document Checklist (2026)

Company documents

  1. Application letter on the company’s letterhead
  2. Certificate of incorporation, Form 3, Constitution and Beneficial Ownership Profile
  3. Valid Tax Clearance Certificate (for existing companies)
  4. GIPA registration certificate (if registered)
  5. Passport
  6. Passport copy of the employer’s signatory (the person who signs the application letter or is authorised to sign for the employer)

Employee documents

  1. Letter of employment or employment contract
  2. Biodata page of the applicant’s passport
  3. Curriculum vitae
  4. Educational and professional certificates
  5. Police clearance certificate from the country of origin or current place of residence
  6. Two passport-size photographs
  7. Medical report from the Ghana Immigration Service clinic, Accra
  8. Non-Citizen Ghana Card from the National Identification Authority (NIA)
  9. Sector regulatory approval or professional license, where your industry requires one

Ghana Work Permit Cost in 2026: GIS Fees and Other Charges

Government fees depend on the permit route and your nationality. The figures below are from the official GIS fee schedule. For every other immigration charge, from visas to re-entry permits, see our full list of Ghana immigration fees.

GIS work and residence permit fees

Permit route (one year) ECOWAS nationals Other nationals
Company employee US$647 US$1,293
GIPA automatic quota US$388 US$388
Missionaries and NGOs US$388 US$388
Immigrant quota (Ministry of the Interior) US$500 US$647
Ghanaians with a foreign passport US$194 US$194

Source: Ghana Immigration Service, Fees and Charges (schedule effective 15 May 2025). GIS reviews fees periodically; confirm before paying.

Other costs for every applicant

Item First time Renewal
Non-Citizen Ghana Card (NIA) US$120 US$78
GIS medical screening US$250 US$150

Source: National Identification Authority, revised fees effective 2 February 2026; Ghana Immigration Service.

Example: first-year cost for a non-ECOWAS employee

Item US$
Work and residence permit 1,293
Non-Citizen Ghana Card 120
Medical screening 250
Total government costs 1,663

Professional fees, document legalisation, translation and courier costs are additional.

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How to Apply for a Ghana Work and Residence Permit: Step by Step

Flowchart of the Ghana work and residence permit process in 2026: 1. Non-Citizen Ghana Card from the NIA (US$120); 2. GIS medical screening (US$250); 3. work permit application and fee lodged at the Ghana Immigration Service (US$1,293 non-ECOWAS, US$647 ECOWAS); 4. residence permit endorsed in the passport. Total first-year government cost US$1,663; typical processing 5 to 6 weeks.

The Ghana work and residence permit process at a glance: Ghana Card, medical, work permit, then residence permit.

  1. Confirm which option you want to use. You need a job offer from a Ghana-registered company, or your own registered company. Decide whether you are applying as a company employee, under a GIPA quota, or under the immigrant quota, and check whether your sector needs a regulator’s approval first. Get professional advice if you are not sure which option best fits your circumstances.
  2. Get the Non-Citizen Ghana Card. Register with the National Identification Authority (US$120). All you need is your passport: walk into the NIA office or CalBank at Labone. The card is often issued the same day, but allow up to two working days and expect some queuing. Our guide on how foreigners get the Ghana Card covers the registration in detail.
  3. Do the GIS medical screening at the GIS Head Office clinic in Accra (US$250). Results usually take two working days.
  4. Complete the application forms. The forms cover company, employee and employment-contract details. An authorised officer of the employer signs, attaching proof of their position, such as a passport or residence permit.

Blank Ghana Immigration Service work permit application form, showing the company profile section, with a foreign passport resting on top.

The GIS work permit application form. An authorised officer of the employer signs it.

  1. Assemble the documents listed above, including the medical receipt, Ghana Card copy, police report, CV, certificates and employment letter.
  2. Pay the permit fee and submit at the GIS bank and receiving counter. Keep the retention slip as proof that you submitted your application and passport.
  3. Approval and endorsement. GIS vets and approves the application and issues an approval letter. The residence permit is then endorsed in your passport.
  4. Collect your passport. Once your application is duly approved and the residence permit issued, present your identification or the retention slip at the counter and collect the passport and permit approval letter. Someone else can collect it for you with a power of attorney.

The work permit letter shows the employer’s name and address, the work you are permitted to do, and the permit’s duration.

How Long Does a Ghana Work Permit Take?

The Ghana Immigration Service indicates 8 to 10 weeks for a residence permit. In our experience, a complete application is usually approved in about 3 to 4 weeks. The Ghana Card and medical add a few days at the start, and a sector regulator’s approval or a new GIPA quota adds more time, so start those first. GIS holds your passport while the application is processed, so plan any travel around it.

What FIRMUS’s 2026 Experience has been

Across the over 154 work and residence permits FIRMUS has handled in 2026 (January to September), the average time from submission to residence permit issuance was 3 to 4 weeks.

FIRMUS 2026 work permit Result
Work and residence permit files lodged with GIS 154
Approval timeframe 3 weeks on average to maximum of 4 weeks
Approved without a GIS query 148 representing 96% success rate
Most common GIS query Payment of wrong fees, incomplete documentation, missing sector approval.
Typical time to get the Non-Citizen Ghana Card Few hours to max of 1 day
Typical time for GIS medical results 1 working day

Why Ghana Work Permit Applications Are Delayed or Refused

In our experience, most refusals and long delays come from a handful of avoidable problems:

  • Incomplete or inconsistent documents. Names, dates of birth or job titles that differ between the passport, CV, certificates and contract.
  • A role that does not justify an expatriate. The job looks like one a Ghanaian could fill, or the applicant’s CV and qualifications do not match the position.
  • Company compliance gaps. An expired tax clearance certificate, unfiled annual returns at the Office of the Registrar of Companies, or a GIPA registration that was not renewed. GIPA registration is now renewed every year.
  • Quota problems. The company has used all its quota positions, or the applicant’s role does not match an approved position.
  • Missing sector approval. Oil and gas, mining, free zone and regulated professional roles lodged without the regulator’s letter or license.
  • Immigration history. A previous overstay, or evidence of working on a visitor visa.
  • Police or medical issues. An adverse police clearance report or an incomplete medical.

If GIS queries or refuses an application, find out the exact reason, fix it and reapply with the corrected file. A refusal does not stop you applying again.

How to Renew a Ghana Work Permit

Permits are renewed annually. Start the renewal at least 30 days before expiry with an updated medical report from the Ghana Immigration Service, a renewed Ghana Card and current company documents. Under the GIS fee schedule, an unrenewed work permit attracts a penalty of US$150 a month (US$75 for ECOWAS nationals), and staying in Ghana on an expired residence permit attracts GH¢300 a month (GH¢200 for ECOWAS nationals). If you do not intend to renew your permit, notify the Ghana Immigration Service before you leave Ghana to avoid penalties.

Penalties for overstaying or an expired permit

Situation (per month) ECOWAS nationals Other nationals
Overstaying a visitor permit (tourist or business visa) GH¢200 GH¢300
Residing with an expired residence permit GH¢200 GH¢300
Work permit not renewed after expiry US$75 US$150

Source: Ghana Immigration Service, Fees and Charges (schedule effective 15 May 2025). Ghanaians with a foreign passport pay lower penalties. Working without a permit can also lead to fines and deportation.

Can You Change Employers on a Ghana Work Permit?

Yes, but not on the same permit. A Ghana work permit is tied to the employer named on it, so it ends when you leave that job. To move to a new employer:

  1. Your current employer notifies GIS that your employment has ended, so the old permit is cancelled.
  2. Your new employer applies for a fresh permit under their company name.
  3. If the new role uses a GIPA quota position, the company may need GIPA to substitute you into an existing position. GIPA’s substitution fee is US$175.
  4. Do not start the new job until the new permit is approved. Working for an employer not named on your permit may attract penalties and fines from Immigration.

Bringing Your Family: Ghana Dependant Residence Permit

Your spouse, children under 18 and parents over 60 can live with you in Ghana on a dependant residence permit. The GIS fee is GH¢388 for non-ECOWAS nationals and GH¢259 for ECOWAS nationals, plus a Non-Citizen Ghana Card for each dependant. No medical screening fee or police clearance is needed. You will need an application letter, passport, two photographs, a copy of the Ghana Card and proof of relationship: a marriage certificate for a spouse, a birth certificate for a child, or the principal’s birth certificate for a parent. In our experience, Immigration requires to see the original marriage certificate or birth certificate where applicable, before granting the approval for the dependant residence permit.

Take note: a dependant permit lets your family live in Ghana but not work. A spouse who wants to work needs their own work and residence permit from an employer.

Investing in Ghana: Getting a Work Permit Through Your Own Company

If you are a foreign investor, the most efficient route is usually through your own company and a GIPA quota:

  1. Register the company with the Office of the Registrar of Companies.
  2. Register with GIPA if the company has foreign ownership. Under the GIPA Act, 2026, there is no longer a general minimum capital for non-trading businesses, but foreign trading enterprises need US$500,000 in cash equity and at least 75% skilled Ghanaian staff. GIPA registration is renewed every year.
  3. Use your automatic quota. Your invested capital decides how many expatriate positions you get, from 2 positions at US$50,000 to 12 positions above US$10 million.
  4. Apply for quota work permits at GIS for yourself and your expatriate staff.

Worked example: a foreign investor puts US$600,000 into a Ghana consulting company. That falls in the US$500,000 to US$1 million band, so the company gets 4 automatic quota positions. A non-ECOWAS expatriate on a quota permit pays US$388 a year to GIS instead of US$1,293 on the company route, a saving of US$905 per person per year.

Living in Ghana Long Term: Indefinite Residence, Right of Abode and Citizenship

If you plan to stay in Ghana for good, there are three routes beyond the annual permit:

Route Who it suits and the main conditions What you get
Indefinite residence permit Long-term lawful residents. Granted at GIS’s discretion under Act 573; in our experience after 7 to 8 years of residence with evidence of investment or economic contribution. Permanent residence without annual renewal
Right of Abode Persons of African descent in the diaspora, aged 18 or over, of good character attested by two Ghanaian notaries public, lawyers or senior public officers, with no conviction carrying more than 12 months’ imprisonment, independent financial means, and the capacity to contribute substantially to Ghana. Granted by the Minister for the Interior with the President’s approval (Act 573, section 17). The right to live in Ghana indefinitely, enter without a visa, and work as an employee or self-employed without a work permit (Act 573, section 18)
Citizenship by naturalization Residence in Ghana for the 12 months before applying and at least 5 years in total during the 7 years before that; ability to speak and understand an indigenous Ghanaian language; good character attested by two Ghanaian notaries public, lawyers or senior public officers; no prison sentence; a substantial contribution to Ghana; and an intention to live in Ghana permanently (Citizenship Act, 2000 (Act 591), section 14). Ghanaian citizenship, granted by the Minister for the Interior with the President’s approval

Source: Immigration Act, 2000 (Act 573), ss. 17–18; Citizenship Act, 2000 (Act 591), s. 14.

Ghana Work Permit FAQs

Do foreigners need a work permit to work in Ghana in 2026?

Yes. Every non-Ghanaian who wants to work in Ghana needs a work and residence permit from GIS, including ECOWAS nationals. The only exception is a person granted Right of Abode, who can work without a work permit.

Can I work in Ghana on a tourist or business visa?

No. A visitor visa lets you attend meetings, conferences and similar short business activities, but not take up employment. Working on a tourist or business visa is illegal and can lead to fines or deportation.

What is the difference between a Ghana work visa and a work permit?

Ghana does not issue a standalone work visa. You enter on a visa or e-Visa, and the work permit then authorises employment while the residence permit authorises your stay; the two permits are applied for and issued together.

How much does a Ghana work permit cost in 2026?

Under the GIS fee schedule, US$1,293 for non-ECOWAS and US$647 for ECOWAS company employees. GIPA automatic quota permits are US$388 (non-ECOWAS) or US$388 (ECOWAS), and missionaries and NGOs pay US$388. Add US$120 for the Non-Citizen Ghana Card and US$250 for the GIS medical screening.

How much does it cost to renew a Ghana work permit?

You pay the annual GIS permit fee for your route again, plus US$150 for the renewal medical and US$78 to renew the Non-Citizen Ghana Card.

How long does it take to get a work permit in Ghana?

The Ghana Immigration Service indicates 8 to 10 weeks. In our experience, a complete application is usually approved in about 3 to 4 weeks; missing documents or additional checks can push it to around three months. Your employer can start the process before you arrive.

How long is a Ghana work permit valid?

Usually one year, renewable. GIS can issue a residence permit for up to four years in the first instance, but in practice most are granted for one year. Start the renewal at least 30 days before expiry.

Do ECOWAS citizens need a work permit in Ghana?

Yes. ECOWAS free movement allows visa-free entry for up to 90 days, but a work and residence permit is still required to work. ECOWAS nationals pay lower permit fees.

Can I get a Ghana work permit without a job offer?

No. The permit must be tied to a Ghana-registered employer or your own registered company. To start a business, register with the Office of the Registrar of Companies, then with GIPA if there is foreign ownership, and then apply under the applicable quota.

How many expatriates can a company employ in Ghana?

Under the GIPA Act, 2026, a GIPA-registered company gets 2 to 12 automatic quota positions depending on the capital invested, and it can apply for more. Companies without a GIPA quota can apply for an immigrant quota through the Ministry of the Interior or use the company permit route.

What is the minimum investment for a foreigner to get a work permit in Ghana?

There is no longer a general minimum capital for non-trading businesses under the GIPA Act, 2026, but the automatic quota bands start at US$50,000 for two positions. Foreign trading enterprises need US$500,000 in cash equity.

Can I change employers on a Ghana work permit?

Not on the same permit. The permit is tied to your employer, so your old employer notifies GIS, and your new employer applies for a fresh permit before you start work.

Why are Ghana work permit applications refused?

The most common reasons are inconsistent documents, a role that does not justify an expatriate, company compliance gaps such as an expired tax clearance or unrenewed GIPA registration, an exhausted quota, a missing sector approval, or a previous overstay.

Do doctors, nurses, engineers or teachers need extra approval to work in Ghana?

Yes. Health professionals must be registered with their council, engineers with the Engineering Council, and teachers may need a National Teaching Council licence. Oil and gas, mining and free zone roles also need the sector regulator’s approval.

Can my spouse work in Ghana on a dependant permit?

No. A dependant residence permit allows your spouse to live in Ghana but not to work. Your spouse needs their own work and residence permit from an employer.

What documents are needed for a dependant residence permit?

An application letter on the company’s letterhead, two passport photographs, the passport, a copy of the Non-Citizen Ghana Card, and proof of relationship: a marriage certificate for a spouse, a birth certificate for a child, or the principal’s birth certificate for a parent.

How much is a dependant residence permit in Ghana?

GH¢388 for non-ECOWAS nationals and GH¢259 for ECOWAS nationals, plus the Non-Citizen Ghana Card. No medical screening fee applies.

Do foreigners pay income tax in Ghana?

Yes. If you spend 183 days or more in Ghana in any 12-month period, you are tax resident and taxed on worldwide income at graduated rates. Non-residents pay a flat 25% on Ghana-source employment income. Your employer deducts PAYE monthly.

Do expatriates have to pay SSNIT in Ghana?

Generally yes: 5.5% of basic salary from the employee and 13% from the employer. You can apply for an exemption if your contract is for 36 months or less and you belong to a pension scheme in your home country.

Can I travel outside Ghana while my work permit is being processed?

Usually not, because GIS holds your passport during processing. Plan travel for after you have collected your endorsed passport.

Do I need a re-entry visa as a Ghana residence permit holder?

No, as long as your permit is valid. Travel with your endorsed passport and Non-Citizen Ghana Card. Re-entry permits are for visitors who leave temporarily and plan to return.

How can a foreigner get permanent residence in Ghana?

Through an indefinite residence permit under the Immigration Act, 2000 (Act 573), granted at GIS’s discretion. In our experience, GIS expects around 7 to 8 years of lawful residence and evidence of investment or economic contribution.

Can a foreigner become a Ghanaian citizen?

Yes, by naturalisation under the Citizenship Act, 2000 (Act 591). You need 12 months’ residence immediately before applying and at least 5 years in total in the 7 years before that, the ability to speak an indigenous Ghanaian language, good character and an intention to settle permanently.

What happens if I overstay or my permit expires in Ghana?

Overstaying a visitor permit, or staying on an expired residence permit, costs GH¢300 a month for non-ECOWAS nationals and GH¢200 for ECOWAS nationals. An unrenewed work permit attracts a penalty of US$150 a month (US$75 for ECOWAS nationals). Persistent overstaying or working without a permit can lead to fines and deportation.

Who issues the Non-Citizen Ghana Card?

The National Identification Authority (NIA). It costs US$120 the first time and US$78 to renew. You need it before applying for your permit, and its PIN also serves as your Taxpayer Identification Number.

Can I apply for a Ghana work permit online?

Not yet. Applications are paper-based and submitted at GIS. The government has announced plans to automate work and residence permits after the e-Visa launch.

Can I apply for a work permit while I am in Ghana?

Yes. You can apply for a work and residence permit while in Ghana, and your employer can also start the process before you arrive.

Can I apply for a Ghana work permit myself, or must my employer do it?

Either. An individual can apply with the required documents from the employer, or the employer can apply on the employee’s behalf.

Do I need a police clearance certificate for a Ghana work permit?

Yes, for a work permit. It is not required for a dependant residence permit.

Can a residence permit be converted to a work permit?

No. They are separate, and you must apply for each accordingly.

How FIRMUS Advisory Helps

Work and residence permits are one of the things we’re asked about most, and one of the things clients thank us for most. As one recently put it:

“FIRMUS Advisory is a solid professional firm that delivers. I am a Canadian who recently engaged the firm to manage my work permit and residence permit. The process was seamless and effective. I highly recommend the firm.” — Rowan McKenzie

We prepare and lodge the work and residence permit, handle the medical and Non-Citizen Ghana Card, manage any sector-regulator letters and GIPA quota applications, and sort out permits for your dependants too. We can start the process while you’re still abroad, so you’re not stuck waiting once you land.

Ready to start your Ghana work permit? Speak to FIRMUS Advisory today. WhatsApp +233 57 646 1118 · info@firmusadvisory.com · 17 Swaniker St, Abelemkpe, Accra

Disclaimer: This article is general information only and is not legal or immigration advice. Fees, requirements and processing times are set by the Ghana Immigration Service, the NIA and GIPA and can change without notice. Confirm current requirements with the relevant authority or speak to FIRMUS Advisory before applying.

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    Yours Sincerlery Edward

  18. Hey ,
    I’m togolese . I’m living in Accra since 2 years. I went to create an account in the bank today and they are asking a resident permit . How could i do please . Could you advise me for what type resident permit should i do ?

  19. hello im american married to a Ghanian with a daughter im looking to move me and my daughter to ghana wanted to register a business and also apply for a residence permit for my daughter and i

  20. I just secured admission to study in Ghana for two years, please, do I need residence permit? Should I need one. How do I get it?/
    Thank you

  21. Dear Mme, Sir,

    I daughter is in school in Accra, she is a Guinean, her school will give her documents for her resident permit.

    How does her resident permit coast for 1 year?

    Many thanks

  22. I am a US Citizen but married to a Ghanaian, I want to return to Ghana to permanently live and work, what do I do and how much will it cost?

  23. I am NIGERIAN working in the petroleum sector. I want a resident permit for my family and I. Please advice on how to go ahead.

  24. Hi. I am a Togolese Nationality . Please I need only a residence permit I want to know if is possible to apply that only because I have a case in Ghana so I need money to pay to the lawyer but according to the bank’s also the MTN Mobile money I need to get a residence permit that is why I need a residence permit only thank you.

  25. I am Central African working as nursing generalist with high quality medical officer. I have a nice respectful family with 4 children can I grant for immigration with my families in Ghana
    Marius SAMBA YADENZI

  26. I am a Ghanaian and have already registered my business. Want to know if I still need a business operation permit.

  27. Comment…pls I want to live and work in Ghana. am from Nigeria. I need d work and residence permit. pls can you guide me on how to go about it. thanks.

  28. Good day sir, I will to like to move my family down to Ghana, I want to live and work in Ghana, my self, my wife and my two kids . what do I need to do.

    1. Thank you for your query, kindly use the live chat on our website a compliance rep will attend to you. Thank you.

  29. Good day sir, I will like to move my family down to Ghana, I want to live and work in Ghana, my self, my wife and my two kids . what do I need to do.

    1. In addtion, I am Nigerian, if possible permanent residence permit in Ghana. Thank you.

      1. Thank you for your query, kindly use the live chat on our website a compliance rep will attend to you. Thank you.

    2. Thank you for your query, kindly use the live chat on our website a compliance rep will attend to you. Thank you.

    1. Thank you for your query, kindly use the live chat on our website a compliance rep will attend to you. Thank you.

  30. Please i need your help. I was supposed to renew my dependent residence permit but the Immigration officer who was to help claim it lost the receipt and has been posted to northern region. He has refused to do something pls how can i retrieve my passport?

    1. Thank you for your query, kindly use the live chat on our website a compliance rep will attend to you. Thank you

  31. Am a Nigeria married with kids,two girls and a boy with my husband we want to work and residence there what are the qualifications

    1. Hello! I am a Nigerian, who live and work in Nigeria. I had like to relocate to Ghana permanently. How can I get a residents permit?

  32. Please I’m a Nigerian, schooled here in Ghana , married to a Nigerian but had my first child here in Ghana and I wish to have a resident permit with my husband please how do I go about it without my passport cos it was misplaced

  33. i,am a Nigeria i need a Ghana resident permit for my family am actually working in Portharcourt Nigeria but i want to resident in Ghana pls can anyone guide me true. Thanks.

  34. My name is Maureen Kidd my pedants name is coffei, I was born in Jamaica but I now live in England, The Government of Ghana made a speech a while ago informing the media Black Caribbean and other countries can get the appropriate information to come and live in Ghana. I am praying you can help me to find and follow the right information please.

  35. FIRMUS Advisory is a solid professional firm that delivers! I am a Canadian who recently engaged the firm to manage my work permit and residence permit. The process was seamless and effective. I highly recommend the firm for its professionalism and appreciation of my time. Job well done!

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