How to Obtain a Free Zones License in Ghana
The Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA) was established by an Act of Parliament, The Free Zones Act 1995 (Act 504) in 1995. This Act enable the establishment of free zones...
October 17, 2018
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HOW TO REGISTER FOOD PRODUCTS IN GHANA
The registration of food products is a process that involves a review of the manufacturing process, an assessment of food safety and quality, and confirmation of compliance with FDA labeling...
June 21, 2018
Starting a new business in Ghana; Obtaining Construction Permits
How do you obtain a construction permit for your new project in Ghana? A common sight in Ghana is wooden kiosks loaded with provisions, or industriously recycled shipping containers turned...
March 19, 2018
HOW TO REGISTER A NOT-FOR-PROFIT OR NGO IN GHANA
Sometimes, people are oblivious to the fact that a Not-for-Profit or Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) is also termed as a company limited by guarantee. A private company limited by guarantee is...
March 13, 2018
REGISTERING AN EXTERNAL COMPANY, LIAISON OR REPRESENTATIVE OFFICE IN GHANA
External Companies are companies that are incorporated outside of Ghana with a registered place of business in Ghana. They are regulated by the laws of the country in which they...
March 6, 2018
Starting a Business in Ghana – Labour and Employment
Starting a Business in Ghana – Labour and Employment Africa is the continent with the youngest population, with about 20% of its people falling within the age bracket of 15...
February 12, 2018
GUIDELINES FOR TAX COMPLIANCE IN GHANA
Taxes in Ghana Everything you need to know about tax registration, tax rates, tax incentives, withholding taxes, income taxes, monthly tax filings, and audits in Ghana. Learn more from these...
November 19, 2017
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN GIPC QUOTA AND WORK PERMIT FROM IMMIGRATION?
‘’What is the difference between Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) quota and Work Permit? ’’, is one of the most common questions I get asked by expatriates and investors starting...
November 6, 2017
BUSINESS REGISTRATION WITH THE GIPC AS A FOREIGN INVESTOR
The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is a government agency established under GIPC Act 865, 2013 to promote, coordinate and facilitate investment in all sectors of the Ghanaian economy. The...
October 30, 2017
10 OBLIGATIONS OF FOREIGN EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES IN GHANA
There are obligations for foreign employers and employees in Ghana! Do you intend to hire an expatriate in Ghana? Are you an expatriate intending to resign and take-on a new...
October 9, 2017
STEPS TO IMPROVING YOUR COMPANY’s REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
In a meeting that was expected to last about 30 minutes, our new client spent the first hour narrating his struggles obtaining permits for his new project in Ghana. It...
September 12, 2017
WHAT IS THE COST OF IMMIGRATION SERVICES IN GHANA?
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is the principal source for all immigration services in Ghana in accordance with the Immigration law. GIS provides various services including visa on arrival, work...
August 28, 2017
HOW TO OBTAIN A WORK AND RESIDENCE PERMIT IN GHANA
A work permit is an approval granted by the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) for the employment of foreign nationals specifying the number and description of persons authorized to be employed....
August 21, 2017
HOW TO OBTAIN A VISA ON ARRIVAL TO GHANA
How can you obtain an entry visa or visa on arrival to Ghana? An entry visa issued by Ghana Immigration Service is a permit issued to foreigners who wish to...
August 14, 2017
REGISTERING A BUSINESS IN GHANA – COMPANY LIMITED BY SHARES
Starting a business in Ghana The first step in starting a business in Ghana is to legally register the business entity at the Registrar General’s Department (RGD). There are various...
August 7, 2017
YOU CAN RENEW YOUR GIPC INVESTOR CERTIFICATE IN 7 DAYS IF YOU AVOID THESE 9 MISTAKES.
Registration with the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is the agency of Government responsible for promoting and facilitating investments into all sectors of the...
August 1, 2017
Market Research on Fish Farming and Aquaculture in Ghana
Fish makes up 60 percent of the average Ghanaian’s protein diet. It is the next popular animal protein after chicken and beef and expected to overtake them in a few...
June 23, 2018
TECHNOLOGIES AND INNOVATIONS: THE RISE OF THE DIGITAL GHANA
From digital banking to e-commerce, technological innovations have changed the landscape of livelihood and how business is done in Africa. The growth of innovation and technology is pushing the bars...
October 24, 2017
IS IT STILL VIABLE TO INVEST IN COMMERCIAL OFFICE PROPERTIES IN ACCRA?
The Africa rising story will not be complete without the evolution and contribution of real estate on the continent. From Tunis to Cape Town, Dakar to Nairobi, the skylines are...
September 25, 2017
WHAT ARE GHANAIANS SPENDING ON? – 35 PRODUCTS TO TRADE IN
Investment opportunities abound in Ghana, especially in the area of trade. Wouldn’t it be great if as a new market entrant, starting a business in Ghana, you knew exactly what...
September 4, 2017
SIX COSTLY MISTAKES INVESTORS MAKE DURING BUSINESS START-UP IN GHANA
1. Several objects; one company Many foreign investors and generally several business start-ups begin their commercial enterprise with the view of using one entity as a launch pad to invest...
July 18, 2017
WHY YOU NEED BACKGROUND DUE DILIGENCE AND COMPANY CHECKS IN TRANSACTIONS
Are you doing a transaction in Ghana with a local business entity? Whether it is an arms-length trade transaction or a one on-one-transaction, the importance of background due diligence checks...
April 19, 2018
10 INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN GHANA’S 2018 BUDGET
Are you looking for investment opportunities in Ghana? Are you an investor or entrepreneur seeking to participate in the growing Ghanaian economy by establishing a business or access market opportunities...
December 25, 2017
WHAT IS THE COST OF REGISTERING A BUSINESS IN GHANA + OTHER FEES?
How much does it cost to register a business in Ghana and what other statutory charges are there in maintaining a company’s books? Business registration is the first formal...
September 29, 2017
WHAT IS THE COST OF IMMIGRATION SERVICES IN GHANA?
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is the principal source for all immigration services in Ghana in accordance with the Immigration law. GIS provides various services including visa on arrival, work...
August 28, 2017
REGISTERING A BUSINESS IN GHANA – COMPANY LIMITED BY SHARES
Starting a business in Ghana The first step in starting a business in Ghana is to legally register the business entity at the Registrar General’s Department (RGD). There are various...
August 7, 2017
YOU CAN RENEW YOUR GIPC INVESTOR CERTIFICATE IN 7 DAYS IF YOU AVOID THESE 9 MISTAKES.
Registration with the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) is the agency of Government responsible for promoting and facilitating investments into all sectors of the...
August 1, 2017
SIX COSTLY MISTAKES INVESTORS MAKE DURING BUSINESS START-UP IN GHANA
1. Several objects; one company Many foreign investors and generally several business start-ups begin their commercial enterprise with the view of using one entity as a launch pad to invest...
July 18, 2017
