Ghana•AfricaNon-Citizen Ghana Card
At a Glance
Processing Time
Varies
Application Fee
120 USD
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Mandatory biometric identification card for foreign nationals residing in Ghana for 90+ days. Required for banking, permit applications, and official transactions.
The Non-Citizen Ghana Card is a mandatory biometric identification document for foreign nationals who have resided in Ghana for at least 90 cumulative days or hold a residence permit. It is managed by the Foreigner Identification Management Systems (FIMS) and is required for various official transactions.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
Valid passport required months
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport for identification
FIMS scratch card
Registration scratch card purchased from Cal Bank
Residence proof
Evidence of 90+ days residence or residence permit
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Advantages
- Quick instant issuance
- Required for official transactions
- Enables bank account opening
- Supports visa/permit applications
Considerations
- Annual renewal required
- Requires 90+ days residence first
- Does not grant legal residency
- Renewal fee each year
Application Process
Be in Ghana 90+ days
Must have resided in Ghana cumulatively for at least 90 days or have residence permit
Purchase scratch card
Buy FIMS registration scratch card from Cal Bank or authorized agent
Visit registration office
Go to Foreigner Identification Management Systems (FIMS) registration office
Complete registration
Fill registration form with personal information
Biometric capture
Provide fingerprints and photograph
Receive card
Instant issuance of Non-Citizen Ghana Card
Application Forms
FIMS Registration Form
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