Here is a full guide on how you can apply for and renew your passport online in Ghana. This article is therefore, meant for persons who would like know how to carry out their passport application and renewal.
What is a Passport?
It is an official document provided by a government that certifies the holder’s identity and citizenship while also allowing them to travel to and from foreign nations under its protection.
It is nearly hard to travel between countries and/or jurisdictions without a passport. This is why we have complied a List of Visa free countries for Ghanaian Passport Holders. Do check it out to know which countries you can go to without any visa processes.
About the Online Application System
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Ghana introduced the online passport application service in 2017 for Ghanaians to make the process easier while assuring optimum security for applicants. This option is more convenient especially for busy people who may not have time to go to the office to begin from scratch their application.
Documents Needed To Apply or Renew Passport Online
For New/Fresh Applicants:
- Birth Certificate (As proof of Ghanaian citizenship)
- A Valid ID Card Such as such as Driver’s License, Ghana Card, etc. (Documents to support identity)
- Proof of Profession
- If the applicant is actively employed, a work ID card with the applicant’s name, organization’s name, and position is required.
- If the candidate is currently enrolled in school, they must provide a student ID.
- Self-employed and registered business owners must present their business registration certificate as proof.
- Unemployed candidates and those in the non-formal sector of employment, such as mechanics, hairdressers, etc do not require proof.
For Renewing Applicants
- First page and bio-data page of your old passport with picture and information page
- Valid Visa if applicant has any in old Passport
- Last page
- Proof of Profession if changed
Types of Applications
- Standard Application: This type takes more time to process.
- Expedited Application (Express): This takes less time to process.
There are 32 or 48 booklet pages in each of these options.
Price/Fee for Processing
| # | NAME | PROCESSING FEES |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Expedited 48 Pages | GHS 800.00 |
| 2 | Expedited 32 Pages | GHS 700.00 |
| 3 | Standard 32 Pages | GHS 500.00 |
| 4 | Standard 48 Pages | GHS 644.00 |
Payment Channels for Processing Fees
| # | BANK | CHANNELS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ecobank | VISA & MasterCard, MTN Mobile Money, Vodafone Cash. |
| 2 | GCB | Vodafone Cash. |
| 3 | Ghana.Gov | Branches nationwide. |
| 4 | Zenith Bank | MTN Mobile Money, Vodafone Cash, VISA & MasterCard. |
Steps To Apply & Renew Passport Online
- Visit the passport application website via https://itcpassport.mfa.gov.gh/
2. Click on “New User? Register Here”
3. Click on the “Sign Up” button at the top right corner of the page to create a new account on the “Ghana.gov.gh” website you will be redirected to the page below.
4. Fill in your details And click Continue
5. A One Time Password (OPT) would be sent to the phone number provided. Enter the OTP and Click continue to Apply
6. Search for the Passport Office and Click Apply
7. You would be redirected to a different page
8. Choose “Authorize” to enable the app share your details with the Passport Application portal
9. You will be sent to the passport application platform where you will be given the chance to make purchase or input a voucher for the new application
10.You have the option of choosing the Passport Application Centre (PAC) that is closest to you or the one that you want. Once you’ve done that, schedule a visit to the PAC to have your documents verified and your biometric information taken (i.e. photograph and fingerprints). While you wait for your appointment date, you can print the completed form and give it to your guarantor to fill up.
Visiting the PAC
Once you have your signed paperwork, you can go to the Center of your choice on the scheduled appointment day. Your documents will be checked, and your biometric information will be collected. Following your visit, the PAC will notify you when your passport is available to be picked up.
Obtain your Ghanaian passport
When your travel document is ready to be picked up, you will be notified through SMS. When you get this notice, go to the Centre where you conducted your biometrics to pick it up.
Ghana Passport Application Centers
Online applications are currently handled by 22 centers across the country.
You can choose any of them during the application process, and you’ll go there for biometrics and to pick up your passport once it’s ready.
The following is a list of Application Centers where you can complete your biometric application and where you can find them:
| # | LOCATION | ADDRESS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Accra PAC | Kinbu Road (Old Foreign Affairs) |
| 2 | Kumasi PAC | Guggisberg Road, Opposite PWD, Adum, Ministries |
| 3 | Takoradi PAC | Ghana Immigration Head Quarters (Within the Regional Administration) |
| 4 | Sunyani PAC | Adjacent to Jubilee (shares a wall with the Park) |
| 5 | Ho PAC | Regional Administration (Shares building with Immigration) |
| 6 | Tamale PAC | Police Park (Old Library) |
| 7 | Ridge PAC | Ridge |
| 8 | Premium PAC – Accra | Accra Digital Center, Adjacent State Housing Company, Ring Road West, Accra |
| 9 | Tema PAC | Former IRS Office, Community 4, Tema |
| 10 | Koforidua PAC | PWD Office, SSNIT Office Area, Koforidua. |
| 11 | Premuim PAC – Kumasi | 2nd Floor, Thankful Heights Building, Adum, Kumasi |
| 12 | Premium PAC – Tamale | 2nd Floor, Pension Tower, Tamale |
| 13 | Cape Coast PAC | Opposite Ford Station |
| 14 | Wa PAC | Block C, Regional Coordination Council, Wa |
Please keep in mind that Premium Passport Application Centers offer a more expedited and VIP experience at a fee.
Voila! Here is how you can get your travel document renewed or prepared. Kindly share this article to someone if you found it helpful. You can as well leave your thoughts or questions in the comment section so we engage further.
