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Sep 3, 2022 | Uncategorized | 0 comments

REPATRIATION TO GHANA

Official Government of Ghana: Citizenship and Repatriation Guide (2026)

The Government of the Republic of Ghana, through the Ministry of the Interior and the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President, has established formal legal pathways for the Historic African Diaspora and foreign nationals seeking to live and work in Ghana.

1. 2026 Citizenship Drive for the Historic Diaspora

This initiative is a specialized naturalization pathway for descendants of the trans-Atlantic slave trade.

Official Eligibility & Process

  • Submission Window: The primary application window for the first cohort of 2026 was February 2–6.

  • Vetting: The Ministry of the Interior began vetting shortlisted applicants on February 11, 2026, at the Dubois Centre, Accra.

  • Induction: A formal Citizenship Induction Ceremony is scheduled for March 5, 2026.

  • Key Requirements:

    • Residency: Proof of at least a 2-year legal residence permit in Ghana.

    • Ancestry: DNA proof of African descent from a government-recognized testing facility.

    • Character: Police Clearance Certificates from both your country of origin and the Ghana Police Service.

    • Documentation: Birth certificate and bio-data page of a valid passport.

Approved Fees

  • Administrative Processing Fee: GHS 1,500.

  • Naturalization Fee (Historic Diaspora): GHS 25,000 (Payable only after successful vetting and approval).

2. Visa and Entry Policies

Entry requirements vary based on nationality and the purpose of the visit.

Visa-Exempt Countries

Nationals of the following countries do not require an entry visa:

  • All ECOWAS member states.

  • Select Global Partners: Kenya, Singapore, South Africa, Mauritius, and Trinidad and Tobago.

Visa on Arrival (Emergency Entry Visa)

Citizens of countries without a Ghanaian mission or those traveling for urgent business/emergencies may apply for a Visa on Arrival.

  • Pre-Approval: You must obtain an official Approval Letter from the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) before boarding your flight.

  • Standard Cost: $150–$200 USD (subject to change).

3. Work and Residence Permits

Foreign nationals seeking to work in Ghana must comply with the Immigrant Quota system.

  • Work Permit: Granted based on a company’s allocated quota. Applications must be submitted in person at the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) headquarters.

  • Indefinite Residence: Foreign nationals may apply for permanent (indefinite) residence after 5 years of legal residency (specifically 5 out of the last 7 years).

  • Citizenship by Marriage: A foreign national married to a Ghanaian citizen is eligible to apply for registration as a citizen after 5 years of marriage.

4. Official Government Links (Direct)

For official applications, forms, and digital services, use only the verified portals below:

Contact Information For on-the-ground support and consultation regarding these government procedures, reach out to us: Email: Info@ResplendenceLA.com

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