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Import into Ghana

Ghana proudly hosts a dynamic trade and commerce ecosystem, with its Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector leading the charge in driving the region's economic growth. As a frontrunner in African data penetration, Ghana offers a rich tapestry of compelling business opportunities. These opportunities encompass digital infrastructure, software development, cloud services, cybersecurity, and financial technology (fintech). The technology investment landscape in the region holds immense potential, further emphasized by the establishment of major AI research laboratories by tech giants such as Google in the bustling city of Accra.

Tax: Up to 27%
Duties: Up to 20%

Restricted Items: N/A

Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays

Lead times: 5-6 Weeks

Best carrier option: Courier and Freight Forwarder

Prominent Languages: Akan and English

Tax: Up to 27%
Duties: Up to 20%

Restricted Items: N/A

Non-working days: Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays

Lead Time: 5-6 Weeks

Best carrier option: Courier and Freight Forwarder

Prominent Languages: Akan and English

Pain Points

Trade Pain Points and Possibilities

Ghana’s import procedures are notably intricate, encompassing both pre- and post-inspections. Importers must obtain a Unique Consignment Reference (UCR) number and brace themselves for a protracted and rigorous import process that demands impeccable documentation. The region’s convoluted tax framework and labor-intensive customs protocols can be time-consuming and pose significant challenges.

Importers of IT infrastructure into Ghana, particularly dual-use goods, face several typical complexities and challenges, including high tariffs, intricate documentation requirements, long delays at customs, administrative inefficiency, corruption, and a lack of transparency.

Additionally, Ghana is a member of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), comprising fifteen countries: Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Cote d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Guinea, Liberia, Mali, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo.

Our Solution

How TecEx Can Help You Import into Ghana

TecEx possesses a wealth of experience in simplifying intricate clearance procedures, especially in countries like Ghana. Our expertise extends to assisting with comprehensive compliance and documentation requirements.

Our profound knowledge of Ghanaian customs enables us to estimate tax and duty expenses precisely, significantly minimizing the likelihood of budget-related discrepancies. Additionally, our IOR team excel in providing accurate lead times, typically shorter than industry averages.

About Ghana

Ghana is a member of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), a free trade agreement between 54 African countries to boost intra-African trade, stimulate economic growth, and enhance regional integration. The AfCFTA could help to reduce some of the challenges faced by importers of IT infrastructure into Ghana.

Industry experts estimate that Ghana’s ICT sector is currently valued at about $1 billion and may reach $5 billion by 2030.

If you are looking for a reliable and experienced partner to help you with your import and customs compliance in Ghana, TecEx is the right partner. Global trade compliance is simpler and more efficient with a partner that knows the cross-border import/export landscape around the world.

Trade Pain Points and Possibilities

Our Solution

How TecEx Can Help You Import into Ghana

About Ghana

Industry experts estimate that Ghana’s ICT sector is currently valued at about $1 billion and may reach $5 billion by 2030.

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Import into Ghana

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About Ghana

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About Ghana

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