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Ghanaian Passport FAQs
Ghanaian PASSPORT
Your Questions Answered
A passport is a travel document that serves as the main proof of identity and citizenship. It is issued by every country to its citizens, including Ghana. Ghanaian passports are issued by the Ghana High Commission, London under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration to eligible Ghanaian citizens. They come in two sizes: standard (32 pages) and jumbo (48 pages) for frequent travellers.
Yes, Ghanaian citizens require a passport to exit and enter Ghana as well as other countries around the world.
The different types of Ghanaian passports are:
- Standard: For regular travellers.
- Diplomatic: For government officials representing Ghana on official duties.
- Service: For government officials or individuals serving in specific organizations.
- Official: For high-ranking government officials or individuals representing the government.
- Emergency Travel Certificate (ETC): In cases where regular passports cannot be issued immediately.
Please note that Global Passport Services (GPS) only offers services for the Standard Passport.
A Fresh passport is a new passport for someone who has never previously owned a Ghanaian passport. Except for emergency situations, you can apply for a passport renewal when your current passport expires.
GPS provides standard passport services by assisting you in preparing and reviewing the necessary documentation. They oversee tasks such as application form completion, payment processing, document preparation, appointment booking, all prepared documents will be returned to you before your appointment date at the Ghana High Commission, London.
The processing time depends on the outcome of your biometrics appointment at the Ghana High Commission, London. Please contact the GPS team for more information about specific timelines and options for expedited processing.
For submitting completed GPS Passport Application Packs, GPS recommends using reliable and traceable mail methods such as courier services (FedEx, DHL, UPS) or registered mail when submitting your application pack. You can also email PDF copies to passport@globalplugservices.co.uk.
If your Ghanaian passport was issued when you were 18 years or older, it is valid for ten years. If it was issued when you were 17 years or younger, it is valid for five years.
Yes, your old passport will be returned to you unless it is considered damaged by the Ghana High Commission, London. The invalidity of the old passport will be clearly indicated, and you must advise if any valid visas remain in it before applying for renewal.
Most countries require a passport to be valid for at least six months beyond the completion of a trip. If your passport expires sooner than that, you should apply to renew it. Please refer to the Visas section and specific country requirements on our website. GPS can assist you with renewing an expiring passport.
No, you must apply for another passport if you need additional pages. Please visit our website’s Renew Passport section for more information.
Passports must have enough blank pages to accommodate entry and exit immigration stamps for each country of travel. At least one visa page is required for each visa. A ‘blank’ page must be clean, clear, and free from ink or stains.
Yes, GPS can assist you with changing the name on your Ghanaian passport. Please visit our Passport Name Change section for details. There may be additional fees for a name change through marriage or divorce, and a marriage or divorce certificate is compulsory.
No, fast-tracking is not possible as it involves multiple government agencies and processes at the Ghana High Commission, London. For more information, please contact our dedicated GPS team at +44 7926 531995 or visit our website or social media platforms.
GPS can assist you with correcting the name listed on your Ghanaian passport through a process called Change of Data (COD). Additional fees may apply depending on the number of names to be changed. The supporting documents needed include your current passport, Ghana Identity Card, and other relevant documents specified in our Passport Change of Data section. Please note that the COD process may take several months after the biometric appointment at the Ghana High Commission, London. For more information, please contact our dedicated GPS team at +44 7926 531995.
No, fast-tracking is not possible as it involves multiple government agencies and processes at the Ghana High Commission, London. For more information, please contact our dedicated GPS team at +44 7926 531995 or visit our website or social media platforms.
With proper documentation, GPS can assist in replacing a lost or stolen Ghanaian passport subject to approval by the Ghana High Commission, London, and availability of appointment slots.
Yes, each Ghanaian citizen, including infants, must possess their own passport. Representing another family member inside your own passport is not allowed. GPS can assist you with obtaining new child passports or renewing existing ones. Visit our Child’s Passport section for more information.
A parent can apply on behalf of a minor from zero months onward. Visit our Child’s Passport section to learn about the specific requirements for children under the age of eighteen.
Yes, GPS can assist with processing your Ghanaian passport, but you may be required to travel within Ghana to collect it. Additional fees will apply.
Application fees paid for a passport are generally non-refundable, except in certain circumstances such as double payment or fraudulent use of a credit/debit card. Please check with the Ghana High Commission, London regarding specific refund policies.
No, you must attend your biometric appointment at the Ghana High Commission in London as it is mandatory for passport processing.
No, only the Ghana High Commission has the authority and power to process Ghanaian passports in the UK. GPS offices are only authorized for NIN biometric appointments.
GPS Administrative Services include preparing and reviewing necessary documentation on your behalf. This eliminates tasks such as completing application forms, handling passport payments, document preparation, appointment booking, and purchasing relevant postal orders and self-addressed envelopes. Please note that passport delivery is subject to the timeline of the Ghana High Commission in London.
