The government has announced a reduction in the cost of an ordinary passport, lowering the fee from GHS 500 to GHS 350. This decision was revealed by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, during a parliamentary session on March 13, 2025. In his address to the House, Minister Ablakwa stated that this move aligns with the government’s commitment to making passports more accessible to Ghanaians while maintaining high security standards.
“The government recognises concerns about the affordability of the new passport and is committed to ensuring that the cost remains reasonable while maintaining high security standards,” he said. He further disclosed that the decision was made following instructions from President John Dramani Mahama and that an amendment to the fees and charges will soon be presented for parliamentary approval.
“In the coming days, we will present an amendment to the fees and charges to ensure the approval of this reduction. This reflects the new policy position of the Mahama administration. The price reduction addresses public concerns regarding the high cost of obtaining a passport in Ghana, with many citizens advocating for more affordable rates. The updated pricing policy aims to alleviate the financial burden on applicants and improve access to travel documents. More updates on the implementation of this price adjustment will be provided in the coming days.”
By:Emmanuel Mensah
