Ghana Citizenship Services in Canada

Citizenship and identity services available at the Ghana High Commission Ottawa for Ghanaians living in Canada.

Dual Citizenship Registration

If you are a Ghanaian citizen who has acquired Canada citizenship, you can register as a dual citizen at the Ghana High Commission Ottawa.

  • Form: Form 10 (Dual Citizenship Registration)
  • Fee: $200 USD
  • Processing: 3-6 months
  • Documents: Ghana passport, Canada passport/naturalisation certificate, birth certificate, photographs

Full dual citizenship guide

Ghana Card Registration

Register for your Ghana Card at the Ghana High Commission Ottawa. The Ghana Card is mandatory for passport applications.

  • Fee: $50 - $100 USD
  • Processing: 4-8 weeks
  • Documents: Ghana passport or birth certificate, proof of residence, photographs

Full Ghana Card guide

Birth Registration Abroad

Register the birth of your child born in Canada with the Ghana High Commission Ottawa to establish their Ghanaian citizenship.

  • Child born to at least one Ghanaian parent is automatically a Ghanaian citizen
  • Bring: Canada birth certificate, parents passports, marriage certificate (if applicable)
  • Fee: $25 - $50 USD

Full birth registration guide

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