The short answer
Returning residents, expatriates on assignment and diplomats can often bring used household goods and personal effects into Ghana with duty relief, subject to conditions. 7AS Trust confirms eligibility before you ship, prepares the inventory and clears the consignment at Tema Port or Kotoka Airport.
Before you pack
- Ask us to confirm eligibility for relief based on your circumstances
- Prepare a detailed, itemised inventory with approximate values
- Keep new, boxed and commercial-quantity items separate: they are usually dutiable
- Check restricted items (medicines, firearms, certain electronics) before packing
- Ship vehicles separately; they follow vehicle rules
Documents usually needed
- Passport and Ghana Card or residence documents
- Bill of lading or airway bill
- Itemised packing inventory
- Evidence of residence abroad or employment in Ghana, where claiming relief
- Diplomatic or institutional letters, where applicable
Delivery and unpacking
After release we deliver to your home and can arrange unpacking and debris removal on request.
Frequently asked questions
Are personal effects duty-free in Ghana?
Relief is available in some circumstances, such as for genuine returning residents and diplomats, subject to conditions. We confirm what applies before you ship.
Can I include new items in my shipment?
You can, but new or commercial-quantity items are generally dutiable. List them separately on the inventory.
Can you clear air-freighted luggage?
Yes, unaccompanied baggage arriving at Kotoka can be cleared.
