A Guide to Register a Business in Ghana

Welcome to our online guide for international and local investors and businesses seeking to invest and operate in Ghana. Our aim is to provide you with resources that cover things you need to know about establishing and registering a business in Ghana. Our guide includes direct links to regulators and relevant government agencies to help streamline the process for you.​

Register Your Business

Incorporate your company at the Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) and obtain the following:

  • Certificate of incorporation
  • Certified true copy of the company’s constitution
  • Registrar General’s Department Form 3
  • Beneficial Ownership Document
Busines Registration

Process

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Satisfy

Minimum Foreign Capital Requirements

Foreign investors are required to comply with the GIPC Act 2013 (Act 865) regarding minimum equity requirements either in cash or in capital goods relevant to the investment; or a combination of both

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Register

With PHDC

Download the PHDC Registration Form. Complete it and attach the following: 

  • Certificate of incorporation
  • A Certified true copy of the company’s constitution
  • Registrar General’s Department Form3
  • Beneficial Ownership Document