Ghana Passport Renewal in Ghana: Requirements, Fees and Process

Renewing a Ghana passport is not the same as applying for a new one. The process is simpler—your previous data is often pre-filled, and you do not need to start from scratch. But the strict requirements remain: two guarantors, a professional witness, and an in-person appointment for biometric capture. Here is the complete ASJ guide to renewing your passport, whether you are in Ghana or abroad.

Who Needs to Renew?

You need to renew your Ghana passport if it has expired, is about to expire, or has exhausted pages. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises starting the renewal process before your current passport expires to avoid any gap in validity .

If your passport is lost, stolen, or damaged, the process is different. You must report the loss to the police and obtain a police report before applying. For a lost or stolen passport, a police report and a sworn affidavit are mandatory.

The Fees

In Ghana

The standard fee for a Ghanaian passport is GH¢350 for the 32-page booklet. This was reduced from GH¢500 in a reform aimed at making passports more affordable . A one-day emergency service is available for GH¢2,000, reserved for urgent cases such as medical travel or last-minute business trips.

Abroad

Fees at Ghanaian missions vary by country and currency. Examples include:

Important: All passport fees are non-refundable once paid, including for incomplete or withdrawn applications .

The Requirements

Core Documents

Whether you are renewing in Ghana or abroad, the following are required :

• Printed and signed online application form

• Birth Certificate

• Ghana Card (National ID)

• Processing fee payment receipt

• Old passport (the expired or exhausted passport)

Guarantors and Witness

The guarantor and witness requirements are strict and apply to renewals as well.

Two Guarantors: They must be at least 18 years old, have known you for at least two years, and may be relatives. They can live in Ghana or your country of residence. By their undertaking, they are deemed to have agreed jointly and severally to pay expenses incurred by the government if you are repatriated or die abroad.

One Professional Witness: This person cannot be the same as your guarantors and must have known you for at least two years. Acceptable professions include senior clergy, commissioned military officers (Captain and above), senior police/immigration/customs/fire officers, senior civil servants, registered medical practitioners, solicitors or barristers, and heads of recognised educational institutions. The witness must sign and stamp your application form

Additional Documents

For minors: Parents or legal guardians must accompany the minor. A copy of the parent/guardian’s Ghana Card or Passport is required. A Parental Consent Form is required if a parent or guardian is not accompanying the minor; it is not required if both parents attend in person .

For name changes: A Gazette Notification and an affidavit are required. For a complete change of name, a police clearance certificate may also be required.

The Process: Step by Step

Step 1: Log In and Start a Renewal

Go to the official passport portal at passport.mfa.gov.gh . Log into your existing account. If you do not have an account, you will need to create one.

Click “Start New Application” and select “RENEW” as your application type .

Step 2: Enter Your Old Passport Number

You will be prompted to enter your old passport number. Some of your previous information may be pre-filled, which simplifies the process .

Step 3: Complete the Form and Upload a Photo

Complete the remaining fields. Upload a recent photo against a white background. Your full face, forehead, and ears must be visible. No eyewear, large earrings, or decorative headgear is allowed. Religious headwear is permitted. Physical passport photos are not required—a photo will also be taken at your appointment.

Step 4: Select Service Type and Pay

Choose your service type (standard or emergency) and pay the fee online using a debit or credit card. Cash is not accepted at any mission or centre .

Step 5: Book Your Appointment

Select an appointment date and time at your preferred Passport Application Centre (PAC) for in-person vetting and biometric capture.

If you miss your appointment, you have up to 72 hours to visit the PAC; otherwise, you must reschedule .

Step 6: Attend Your Appointment

Bring the original documents listed above, including your old passport, Birth Certificate, Ghana Card, and printed application form. Do not wear white to your appointment .

All applicants, including children, must attend in person for biometric capture .

Step 7: Track and Collect

You can monitor your application status through your account dashboard. The statuses progress through: Form Completed, Received at PAC, Enrolment Complete, Approved for Printing, and Ready for Collection.

In Ghana, standard processing is under 15 days, and passports are delivered by courier to your doorstep at no extra charge. Abroad, processing typically takes 6 to 8 weeks from the date of biometric capture .

Renewing from Abroad

The process is largely the same, but there are additional requirements at many missions.

Prepaid return envelope: Most missions require a self-addressed, prepaid return envelope with tracking, so your new passport can be mailed to you .

Payment in local currency: Fees are set by each mission and paid online. Cash is not accepted .

Witness residency: The professional witness should be resident in your country of residence and ideally Ghanaian. Some missions allow a registered local professional if a Ghanaian witness is not available .

Processing time: Allow 6 to 8 weeks from biometric capture. The 15-day processing period applies only to applicants in Ghana.

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Last Updated on October 27, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu

Samuel Kwame Boadu

Samuel Kwame Boadu is a Ghanaian media entrepreneur and storyteller with a passion for amplifying urban voices and uncovering everyday truths. He is the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Accra Street Journal, a dynamic digital platform dedicated to capturing the pulse of Ghana’s capital—its people, culture, challenges, business, sports and innovations.

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