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Get a Ghana Card (National ID)
Mandatory for all citizens and residents
Fees
Free (first issuance)
Timeline
1-4 weeks
Last verified
2026-10
Step-by-Step Process (4 steps)
Visit NIA office
Go to any NIA district office or registration center. No appointment needed for regular registration.
Submit documents
Bring: birth certificate or baptismal certificate, old voter ID or passport (if available). For foreign residents: passport and residence/work permit.
Required:
- • Birth certificate or baptismal certificate
- • Any existing ID document
- • For foreigners: passport + permit
Biometric capture
Fingerprints, photo, and signature captured at the center.
Collect card
Collect your Ghana Card when notified (usually 1-4 weeks). Bring your registration slip.
Ghana Card number is also your TIN
Required for SIM registration, bank accounts, passports
All Requirements
- ✓ Birth certificate or alternative proof of identity
- ✓ Guarantor (for replacement cards)
Official Sources
Steps and fees reviewed 2026-10. Official links: 1 of 2 answered when ONIM checked them on 2026-11-12 — a link that did not answer may still work from your own country. Always check official sources.
Disclaimer: These guides summarize official government procedures from published sources. Fees, timelines, and requirements may change. Always verify with the official agency before starting a process. This is not legal advice.