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In order to aid you in moving to Ghana we have gathered customs information. We advise you to carefully review the information relating to moving to Ghana. You may find more up to date information at your local consulate or embassy. Please note, customs regulations are subject to change at any time. GEM Relocations cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.

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Moving to Ghana


Passport

Letter of Transfer from the shippers employer

Ghana Customs Form C.12

Inventory (in English, with values, dated, and signed)

PUBD Form ("Personal Unaccompanied Baggage Declaration") to be filled out at airport of arrival, failure may cause penalty and delay.


Used household goods duty-free if goods have been in owner's possession for at least six months and are for the continued use of the owner and not for resale

Goods must arrive within 12 months of customer's arrival


Items less then six months old are subject to duties

Excessive amounts of food

Medications (prescription required except for first aid items)

Electrical appliances; only one item is authorized per family. The second is subject to payment of Customs duties and taxes

New electrical items are subject to payment of Customs duties and taxes


Firearms and weapons (proof of ownership, Import License, Police Withdrawal Permit, and License from Ministry of Interior required)

Ports of import are limited

Drugs

Pornographic material

Explosives

Counterfeit money

Alcohol and other spirits are prohibited and should be sent separately


Customer's presence at Customs clearance may be required

Cars over five years old pay graduated penalty, according to year of manufacture

Only left-hand drive cars allowed

Size limit: above 1600cc dutiable

Documents required:

Customs Form C.12/SAD

Proof of ownership, i.e. Insurance Certificate, Registration Card

Original Purchase Invoice


CUSTOMER'S PRESENCE IS REQUIRED FOR CLEARANCE

Proof of inoculation from a registered veterinarian

Quarantine required in a licensed kennel

Import license issued after quarantine period is completed