FAQs
If you have any questions that aren’t answered in our Immigration FAQ guide below, don’t hesitate to contact us and we’ll get right back to you.
What do I do when my number of days expires and still want more days?
Apply for an Extension.
What are the requirements for extension of visitor’s permits?
- Extension application form
- Attach one recent passport picture
- Photocopy of your return ticket
- Submit application with passport
Who is entitled to a work permit?
Foreigners working in Ghana.
What are the types of work permits available in Ghana?
- GIPC – Ghana Investment Promotion Centre
- IQC – Ministry of Interior Quota
- Immigration work permit
- Free zones work permit
What are the requirements for a work permit?
- Company registration documents
(certificate of registration, certificate of incorporation, certificate to commence business and companies code) - GIPC registration certificate
- Company’s current tax clearance certificate
- Company’s audited accounts of previous year
- Medical report from any recognized hospital in Ghana
- Police clearance report from home country
- Curriculum vitae/Resume
- Offer /Appointment letter/contract of employment
Do I get a Residence Permit in line with a work permit?
Yes.
How long does it take to secure a Work Permit?
One month.
What permit does a foreign student in Ghana require?
A Student Permit.
What is Visa on Arrival?
This is the process of obtaining a Ghanaian visa at the airport for persons who do not have a Ghana embassy in their home country.
What are the requirements for a Visa On Arrival?
- Application letter from the company
- Company registration documents
(company code, company registration certificate, tax clearance certificate, certificate of commencement of business) - Bio-data page of passport of the foreigner
- Bio-data page of passport of signatory of application letter
What is an Indefinite Residence Permit?
This is a permit acquired by a foreigner married to a Ghanaian which allows the foreigner to reside in Ghana permanently.