Ghana•Africa3 days
500 USD
6 to 12 months
Yes
Required
Not Specified
No
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Short-term permit for rotational workers in the upstream petroleum sector, valid for up to 6 months and renewable once, for offshore and onshore oil/gas assignments.
The Rotators Permit is a specialized short-term authorization specifically created for the oil and gas industry in Ghana. It is intended for expatriate workers who perform temporary, rotational duties on offshore rigs or in upstream petroleum facilities. Unlike standard work permits, this permit is designed for high-frequency, short-duration rotations—often involving cycles of 28 days or less—where the worker performs specialized tasks like machinery maintenance or technical repairs. This permit streamlines the immigration process for companies that need to bring in international experts for brief, critical interventions without the administrative burden of a full-year work permit.
Applications for the Rotators Permit are processed through the Petroleum Commission, which acts as the primary regulator for the upstream sector. Employers must demonstrate that they have made genuine efforts to hire local talent and provide a clear justification for the expatriate's role. Once approved by the Petroleum Commission and the Ghana Immigration Service, the permit is typically valid for six months and allows for multiple entries. It is a highly regulated status, and the holder is strictly limited to performing the specific work on the rig as defined in the permit. Renewals are possible, but the permit remains tied to the specific operational needs of the sponsoring oil and gas company.
| Initial grant | 6 months |
| Extendable up to | 12 months |
Regulated by Petroleum Commission
Must be a foreign worker in the upstream petroleum sector.
Must be engaged in short-term, rotational work (typically 28 days or less per rotation).
Work must be limited to specific tasks such as repair, maintenance, or operations on oil rigs.
Employer must prove the position cannot be filled by a Ghanaian national.
Must be sponsored by a company registered with the Petroleum Commission.
Must be obtained prior to entry or commencement of work.
Job Offer
Required
Education
bachelor or higher
Experience
2+ years
Completed application forms provided by the Petroleum Commission.
Cover letter from the employer justifying the need for the expatriate.
Bio-data page of the employee's passport.
Company's Certificate of Incorporation and Certificate to Commence Business.
Valid Tax Clearance Certificate of the company.
Employment contract or assignment letter.
Evidence of effort to recruit a Ghanaian (e.g., job advertisements).
Medical report (not more than 2 years old).
Police report from the home country (not more than 1 year old).
Professional and educational certificates.
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