How much does Ghana Card cost?

15. How much is the fee for the Ghana Card? The Ghana Card is free for Ghanaians in the first instance. However, if you want to register by appointment as an institution or family, you will be required to pay a fee to be determined by the Authority.
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How much is a Ghana ID card?

The identity card is requested at the districts (and is issued for free to all Ghanaians) where a digital picture of the bearer's face and fingerprints are taken. The card should be picked up in person after 15 days, where the bearer identifies himself/herself with his/her fingerprints.
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How much is foreigner Ghana Card?

Under the Privacy Act and the Data protection Act, security of personal data is prescribed and secured. What is the validity of the Non-citizen card? Card is valid for a year and can be renewed at a cost of USD 60.00 each year after first issuance.
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What do I need to get my Ghana Card?

These include your birth certificate, valid password, certificate of acquired citizenship or naturalisation certificate. Where necessary, you may have to bring other documents, such as SSNIT registration number, DVLA (licence), NHIS, TAX (TIN), passport, and EC (voter card).
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Where can I get my Ghana Card?

1. Registration officials of the National Identification Authority (NIA) are currently stationed at fourteen (14) GRA offices across the country to register individuals who do not possess a Ghana card. The Registration officials will be at the following GRA/RGD offices: TIN Centre, Registrar-General's Department, Accra.
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Is Ghana Card for free?

The Ghana Card is free for Ghanaians in the first instance. However, if you want to register by appointment as an institution or family, you will be required to pay a fee to be determined by the Authority. Furthermore, renewals and replacements of lost or stolen cards will also attract a fee.
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Can a foreigner get Ghana Card?

The Non-citizen Ghana card is the mandatory form of identification to be used in all transactions for e.g.; applying for or renewing residence permit, opening or running a bank account etc. So it is mandatory for a foreigner to register for the Non-citizen Ghana card even if they have a permit.
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Can I do my Ghana Card online?

(a) Completing an online Application Form for the Ghana Card does not automatically qualify or make you eligible for a Ghana Card. (b) Submitting an online Application Form does not complete the registration process. It simply reduces the time within which the registration process is completed.
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What is the age limit for Ghana Card?

Again, people wey be age 15 years and above be qualified to register for Ghana card. Individuals wey wan register for de Ghana card for provide details of name, date of birth, age, residential address den tins.
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Can a Nigerian get a Ghana Card?

Confirmed: Togolese, Nigerians, Malians, Others Can Acquire Ghana Card if…– NIA. The National Identification Authority (NIA) has confirmed that foreign nationals, who are also citizens of Ghana, can acquire the Ghana Card which registration is currently ongoing in parts of the country.
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Does Ghana Card expire?

Applicants must wait until their old non-citizen ID cards (Ghana cards) expire before submitting a renewal application. The change could have consequences on the timing of immigration filings, including residence permit renewals.
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Can non Ghanaian do Ghana Card?

It does not matter who owns the cards — all that is required is a valid Ghana Card. “For non-Ghanaians who are in the country for more than 90 days or visitors coming to stay for more than 90 days, they will have to acquire Ghana cards and then go through the registration exercise,” he told the Daily Graphic.
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Is Ghana Card accepted in banks?

The central bank has directed all financial institutions to only accept Ghana Cards for all transactions. The Bank of Ghana (BoG) explained that this order takes effect from July 1, 2022. This is pursuant to Regulation 7 of the National Identity Register, 2012 (L.I. 2111).
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How do I apply for a Ghanaian card online?

NIA Ghana Card Online Registration
  1. Log In here to create a new application (If already have application ID Tap here)
  2. Your Registration number will be generated.
  3. Enter Password and repeat the Same Password.
  4. Save your Registration ID and Password (this will be required to log in at a later date)
  5. Tap on Start Registration.
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Is the Ghana Card registration still ongoing 2022?

Since the extension of the SIM card re-registration deadline to 31st July 2022, however, NIA has noted with dismay the dwindling numbers of applicants for the Ghana Card at the said registration points.
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Can the Ghana Card be done twice?

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has warned registrants for the Ghana Card to desist from attempting to do so twice. According to the NIA, doing so will be an exercise in futility because the system automatically wipes such entries out.
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Is Ghana Card the same as Ecowas card?

The National Identification Authority (NIA) says the Ghana Card is the same as the ECOWAS Identity Card, hence Ghanaians would not have to register for another Ghana Card.
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Who can be a guarantor for Ghana Card?

It said where the applicant had no known relatives, two persons aged 18 years and above and known to the applicant and who had both registered and issued with Ghana Cards could equally vouch for the applicant under oath.
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How do I activate my Ghana Card?

How to access and verify your Ghana Card using your smartphone
  1. Download ReadID NFC App for Android or IOS.
  2. Enable the NFC function.
  3. Tap “Get Started”
  4. Select ID Card or Passport.
  5. Focus your camera on the Ghana Card MRZ code. ...
  6. Keep the camera focus until it turns green (Ghana Card Access Number extracted)
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How do I know my Ghana Card is ready?

  1. Visit the SSNIT website ssnit.org.gh.
  2. Click My Statement.
  3. On the right side, under “Have you linked your Ghana Card? Check status here”, enter your SSNIT number to check your merger status.
  4. Click “Check Status”.
  5. A pop-up message to check your email will appear on your screen.
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How do I link my Ghana Card to my license?

Linking Ghana Card to NHIS.
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Individuals are therefore urged to follow the steps below to do the SIM Registration.
  1. Dial *404# Code On Your Smartphone.
  2. Enter Your Ghana Card Number And Re-Confirm.
  3. Enter Your Surname.
  4. Enter Your First Name.
  5. Enter Your Date Of Birth.
  6. Confirm Your Details.
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Can you use Ghana card to withdraw money from bank?

gh-link Cards

The Card scheme rides on the gh-link platform; a system which interconnects all banks and financial institutions in Ghana and enables accredited financial institutions to issue EMV white label cards that are accepted nationwide across ATM and POS network.
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What happens if you overstay your visa in Ghana?

Foreign visitors who overstay on a visa are normally declared 'undesirable persons' and may incur a ban from Ghana for a period of time, which prevents them from applying for a visa and re-entering Ghana for a prescribed period of time.
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