Freight Forwarding in Ghana
West Africa's stable democracy and emerging hub. We manage imports through Tema with full Ghanaian customs and West African distribution.
Major Ports & Airports
Port of Tema GHTAD
Ghana's main container port (1+ million TEU/year). West Africa gateway. 2–4 day clearance.
Kotoka International Airport ACC
Accra's cargo hub (400,000+ metric tons/year). West Africa hub status.
Kotoka ACC
Accra airport — international cargo terminal.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Shipping to
What documents are needed to ship to Ghana?
Required documents include a Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading, Certificate of Origin, IDF, and Destination Inspection certificate.
How long does ocean freight take to Ghana?
Ocean freight from the US East Coast to Tema takes 18-25 days. Air freight to Kotoka (ACC) takes 2-4 business days.
What are Ghana's main ports?
Tema is Ghana's primary port with new deep-water terminals. Takoradi handles bulk cargo. Kotoka International Airport is the main cargo gateway.
What customs duties apply in Ghana?
ECOWAS CET rates from 0-35% apply. A 15% VAT, 2.5% NHIL, and 1% COVID levy apply. AGOA provides preferential US access.
Does Suaid Global handle Ghana Standards compliance?
Yes, Suaid Global assists with GSA compliance, product conformity assessment, and destination inspection coordination for Ghanaian imports.
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