Does Ghana REALLY Want You? (Residency in Ghana) AKA Red Tape and Bribes

Ghana is telling those in the diaspora that it is time to come home to Ghana... but do they REALLY want you to stay? We have been going through the residency and visa process for the last few months. One thing we can say for sure... then it comes to citizenship for African Americans, starting a business in Ghana as a non-citizen, and exactly HOW to get residency in Ghana, it is rife with red tape, fees (or bribes), lots of back and forth and a few aspirin.
We are talking about the 4 pathways to Ghana Citizenship, talking with Jude from YouSort World about how to start a business as a non-citizen as well as the resident permit process, and we also talk about the Ghana Card and the Non-Citizen ID card.
Here we go!
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[@act2lifeafter50]

Don't worry about being negative. The government leadership needs to know how difficult their process actually is.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Blkgirl1956 - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@godwinejiofor8064]

But it hell to become American citizens

[@kaschannelr-li]

As a Ghanaian who lived in the USA for almost 10 years, I see AAs as brothers and sisters period. I really do hope the paperwork process would be streamlined and made easier for you guys. Much love!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@shar1202]

Thank you

[@godwinejiofor8064]

But it is not that it is not easy in America

[@KwabenaX]

Am so glad you made this video, especially so that some brothers and sisters here in the USA who has no idea what some of us go through living here.

[@edwardgreer491]

You should always take a picture of all of your documents for Ghana and the U.S. Keep a digital copy on a USB memory stick, a copy on an external hard drive and a paper copy. I wouldn’t advise leaving that info on a computer or mobile device because your devices could be compromised and always leave your digital information disconnected from any power source until you need it.

[@kfelix2934]

You sure always encrypted your copies regards if it's a. usb/drive or laptop. A loop encrypted-filesystem is ideal & if you secure it with a strong key, nobody will break it at least in your lifetime.

[@asantewaa391]

I have two Ghanaian parents, I was born in England, trust me I will go through the same tedious process like Ayo is describing. Ghana makes official processess so complicated, that is so Ghana!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@gb6041]

Pls Ayo only needs to establish a name change. So if you haven't changed your name how do you anticipate that you'll encounter the same obstacles?

[@henro101]

When it’s time let me know, I can help not make it as helish as it sounds

[@saanichannel533]

I'm a Ghanaian, let me add you this; even if you lost your passport you go through same process like what madam is explaining. You report it, go to court and so on. Even if you are to change your name on your documents you announced it on newspapers like she said.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@Dennhunt1]

Thanks again for all the helpful information. I’ve done tons of research over the last few years (I’ve been going to Ghana since 1982) and it’s still not crystal clear. A close friend in Ghana met with a Ghanaian immigration official who sent me the list of documents for a residence permit without need of a work permit - just for retirement, which is my situation. She confirmed with my friend that the medical exam and medical history is not necessary for my situation, and that’s just for people who will need a work permit. Once again, sounds different than what’s in this interview with Jude at YouSort World. I’m now checking on that. Ayo is so right. You can talk to three people and get three stories. I have a great Ghanaian attorney who handled my deed (Indenture) transfer for my house, and she suggested awhile back to have her handle my residence permit. I may just splurge and hire her to do the residence permit.

[@ylstaggs]

I’m definitely welcome in Ghana, I have my visa and passport, I went in 2019! My visa is 5 years! Tanzania is worst then Ghana, but I’m glad I married a Ghanaian!❤️

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@thegreat6626]

Why Tz is worst, specify

[@citylinkproject9901]

I live in Tanzania , there procedures to be followed, the problem is that, some of these procedures are not clear and that is when officials start demanding bribes..., there's one AA family who got their residence recently here kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6PEYpSHmt2ShpI

[@evangelistbrighttv1403]

Great presentation. It's complicated everywhere even in the US the process of becoming a US Citizen. All the best. We need a whole session on some of these things

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@EVANGELIST BRIGHT TV - Yes it was allot to take in and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@Roxannea0412]

I have lived here for over 5 years and I am now going through my final temporary residence and I can tell you first hand it is difficult and expensive. I am married to a Ghanian and live here permanently and after this renewal I can go for permanent residency or citizenship since we were married here and we both live here but I can tell you that it never stops because you are always renewing something do the costs are always coming. Ghana makes it tough compared to some other African countries though. Wish it was easier but its not.....

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Roxanne Wagner - We wonder if it is by design and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@LANEZZ-jv5ok]

You had me cracking up when you were talking about renewing your visa " don't think you can sneak out without paying". All I could visualize was someone tip toeing through the airport 😆😆

[@NA-bh2iq]

Same for Ghanaians trying to naturalize abroad Naturalization in America can take up to 17months before you get an interview so the process is not easy anywhere

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Y D - Unlike America, Ghana put out a call for the diaspora to come and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@DrNiecyQ]

I am Ghanaian living in the US. I just learnt about all these processes for citizenship and residency in Ghana about a couple of months ago. Truth is, Ghana is not used to people applying for residency and citizenship in this number so they are clearly not prepared. Ironically, as an immigrant in the US , the process is very similar for us too if you were not born in the US . Hopefully things work out quickly for you guys

[@edemadukonu741]

Don’t forget the uncertainty of the process. Your petition can be rejected, and there’s no real way of knowing in advance if you’re more likely to be successful

[@EB-fy5zr]

My thoughts exactly! I am married to a Ghanaian and the process for his green card took us 5 years to complete, thousands of dollars, and documents on top of documents, including a number of interviews, medical clearance, and medical exams. Needless to say Covid 19 didn't help the timeline. I don't wish the process on anyone.

[@yo-a]

Thank you so much for sharing this. It’s almost like people think Ghana should jump, given the sudden interest, when they had no interest in Ghana but a few years ago. The process in the US is just as complex, if not more, and much more expensive.

[@EB-fy5zr]

@@yo-a Richard and I were discussing the difference in the process last evening and the one thing Ghana should consider is implementing structure in the process. Although the requirements and costs exists like those in the US for immigrants; there has to be a uniform way of moving the process forward in order to attain some level of success; there has to be structure and preferably under one department and building!!!

[@yo-a]

@@EB-fy5zr Great observations and proposed solutions! I agree.

[@dianasai197]

Hi guys, this is my first time ever commenting on your Chanel. AM a Ghanaian born and raised but after living in the US for 30yrs decided to get a passport. And yes I went through all you spoke about.. 😊

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Diana Sai -OH the headache and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@karleinegraham446]

The Visa and Citizenship process in the 🇺🇸 USA has developed over decades, is quite straightforward and can be done without a lawyer. The process starts with interviews and paperwork in the immigrant's home country. Problems arise when people skip this process, do not tell the truth initially, then when in the USA try to change status and/or take advantage of new legislation passed to help immigrants to legalize themselves. It then becomes an industry for Immigration Lawyers who monitor changes in the law which can help their clients. The important truth is every country, including 🇺🇸 USA, 🇬🇧 UK, 🇯🇲 Jamaica and 🇬🇭 Ghana needs to know who is within its borders.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@lagschooladoptionllc]

WOW!!!? I am so glad I listened to this particular episode. I am a Jamaican by birth. In addition, I am a USA citizen. I am the founder of LAGSCHOOLADOPTION, LLC. I registered my business right from my dining room. Adopted a school right from my dining room. Visited the school's graduation and participated in the functions within three months of my starting date. I have aspirations of coming to Ghana to duplicate my operation, but really, do I have the patience for that roller coaster? Hmmmmm? Love you guys. When I grow up I want to be a bit like you. I am only seventy nine. DNA 84% West African!

[@lagschooladoptionllc]

P.S. Returning home!! Requesting home!!! Which should be easier?

[@akwasiowusuansah6329]

Thanks for the education, I'm fully blooded Ghanaian but I don't know the process. My Beautiful couple my advice to you is that you can write directly to the foreign minister to suggest some possible routes to your problem. It seems cumbersome.

[@crystalzag7143]

If you're parents are Ghanaians then it's easier

[@karleinegraham446]

The Gazette Notice has to be remnants of British law. As a child in 🇯🇲 Jamaica, I remember reading PUBLIC NOTICES in the daily newspaper. For example, "Be advised that my wife, Mary Smith nee Brown, has left my home and abode and I am no longer responsible for any debts etc that she may incur." signed John Smith. I have been in 🇺🇸 USA for over 50 years but remember reading these type of notices as a child. Any one else remember these notices??

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Karleine Graham -Antiquated system and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@richardfisher3220]

Good info. I'm from Spring outside of Houston. Working on getting there. My visit in 2019 was awesome. Retired Airline Pilot with home building skills and electronics background.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Sounds great!

[@yousort]

Great interview team. Grateful to have you on the Business Side of Africa

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@YouSort World - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️. This is just the beginning for sure!

[@LiniousRHoliday]

Amazing video, the process of moving is long, but not impossible. Anything worth doing is hard.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Linious R. Holiday - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@cbx360]

The way you smile seems like the problems are worth it

[@Fred-zk3wv]

l think establishing a repatriation office is such a great idea. Hopefully someone higher-up in the government system is watching this video.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@positivevibes2406]

@@ExpatLifeGhana Hi guys, you should reach out to Ivy Prosper. She might be able to help

[@masonbrown5231]

There is a diaspora offce. This coup,e talks nonsense and exaggerates.

[@asiedub]

Welcome to Ghana. Our processes suck but we're trying to improve. But for now, connection is key.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@S3bot]

People to testify they know you: 1. Your Landlord 2. Your pastor 3. A police officer you tipped before (oops, not too good!!). 4. School Principal Your Work Permit: Obtain a Business license for a small convenience store or hawking or street business, then apply.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@iTuber012]

Sierra Leone offers citizenship to anyone who can prove that their ancestors come from one of the recognized tribes in Sierra Leone. Many African Americans are getting their citizenship there without issue(and on their first visit with the President personally giving them their passport!)

[@frankylov1]

Mr T this very easy and fast.put yourselves in the shoes of an African trying to enter the States. It sometimes take 5 years to 10 years and if you are not lucky the embassy will deny you to start all over again. Thanks .

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Francis Allotey - Interesting way to think of it and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@sewahakoto5825]

You're right things need to be streamlined, I hope someone in the government sees this video

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@kf3665]

Unfortunately the bureaucracy happens to both Ghanaians & foreigners. I tried to renew my Ghanaian ppt in Accra I had so much hustle. I later found out the security guard at the ppt office was trying to get me to pay him a bribe. In the end I did it in 🇬🇧. Application via online. Then to the Embassy for the necessary requirements. Very smooth. No problems at all.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@K F - everyone wants to get paid and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@pastortonyboakyejnr9270]

The problem is most the civil servants working at the Ministries. They even do it to citizens. I think our attitude and mindset should change to make things easier for our brethren.

[@AtosKitchen]

Awesome content packed episode! So much concise information, reminds me so much of my journey to permanent residency in Canada and my multiple English tests! And medicals, which both expire after a certain time. Loved the bloopers and the "looks"!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Campharm88, really appreciate it 😉!

[@pastortonyboakyejnr9270]

Again sister Ayo, any of your dad's relatives can help you to acquire your citizenship, passport and the Ghana card..

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Pastor Tony Boakye Jnr - Yes, we have that sorted and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@rocksono9640]

Expat family, the process is no different from immigration in the US. Is also expensive with all the immigration documents in US. The only headache is that GH don't have systems in place and US does

[@kwamebushman606]

It takes much longer here in the US for sure

[@yo-a]

Thank you!!! I don’t know why people keep acting like the intensive process is unique to Ghana. America’s visa process for Africans is even more arduous and expensive, (as well as inaccessible to many) not to even talk about their citizenship process which costs thousands of US dollars.

[@vernellcarter321]

Coming home should not be difficult!

[@kwamebushman606]

@@yo-a They'll get mad if you point out the facts unfortunately. And keep complaining

[@missionanna]

@@yo-a It cost $725 to apply for citizenship in the US and there’s no $1000 yearly residency fee plus. We definitely expect to pay but what are we getting in return? Poor service and the run around, misinformation etc.

[@TheBetslipMovie]

Good thing the President was called upon. The system should be made easier for our Diasporan brothers & sisters ... #Beyondthereturn

[@abdulidi733]

My people great content always. Immigration process all over the world is similar. The main major difference is some countries process are well organized without the open bribery.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@CillaTravel]

Very helpful video. If I don’t remember anything else, I will remember "the Ghana card!" 🤣😉😀

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Glad it was helpful!

[@emlillthings7914]

Very, very useful info! It's however kinda wrenching that while I think "ok, I can find a way to make that work", it implies that Ghana's authorities is using affluence as a filter. It's easier for you/me who's not even born&raised on the continent, than most of Ghana's neighbors.

[@Erica-ls7bp]

Ghana is absolutely using affluence as a filter. People of means that can deposit $1M US into a bank account are having a different immigration experience.

[@emlillthings7914]

@@Erica-ls7bp certainly, though that level of affluence isn't really restrained anywhere anyways. In the case of Ghana, these filters means it's easier for a non-African from Norway (like me) than the average African (on the whole continent) to get through financially, due to a distorted economic disparity. I am well below average in Norway, just to put it in perspective what I mean by distorted disparity. Personally I don't think there should be any economic filters, because it just stratifies nations alongside these imaginary borders. If Europeans actually had an issue/problem with migration, they'd make more mutually beneficial cooperation with Africans (and others), so people wouldn't be coerced by economic force. But the rich won't as easily be able to get richer via societal parisitism, so the "necessary illusions" of nationalistic dogmatisms are reinforced.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@shumbamutasa]

I really hope the government is listening. They asked for people to return. They are supposed to make it easy.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Shumba Mutasa - You would think and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@Sincerelyshawny]

Ghana says they do, but they make it so hard for us TO DO anything. I wanted to relocate to Ghana being that I'm Jamaican, but after all the headache, research, and seeing how difficult everything may be, not to mention some of these Ghanaian KZbinrs (1 started stalking me) my hearts leading me right back to creating a life in Jamaica. I'll maybe visit Ghana 1 day though. Much love to Ghana still.

[@johnaxe4real]

Trust me Chantell, the process is far less cumbersome than it seems. Just visit and if you do, you’ll understand. It’s Ghana. Laws are often….

[@DrNiecyQ]

Truth is, as an immigrant in the US , the money , longevity and stress is about the same 🤷🏾‍♀️. I’m sorry to hear someone started stalking you. Immigration issues are difficult in most countries .

[@Sincerelyshawny]

@@DrNiecyQ I'm a Jamaican by descent, and I was able to get my citizenship with my parents or grandparents information. I decided to use my father's info & just like that, I filled out the application, presented his & my documents, and just like that I was a citizen of Jamaica. No run around nor hard fight. Ghana definitely makes the fight harder kinda like the US, Canada, and EU countries.

[@Sincerelyshawny]

@@johnaxe4real I know what to expect in Ghana because researching alone will tell you. A lot of KZbinrs share their own experience. Don't even get me started on what it takes to start a business smh. Ghana is only looking out for them when they say "come back home"

[@Sunshine00816]

Visit first, don’t limit your life based on KZbinrs perspective. In 2020 and this year many people have passed away. Go and see Ghana for yourself YOLO

[@DLZBGMO]

You come across as lovely people. I so enjoy watching and listening to your videos. I wish you God Bless and good luck.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Awesome @TOM JORDAN! Thanks for subbing and welcome to Expat Life ❤️️!

[@MEDIA.AFRICA]

Sister ayo always crack me up am a Ghanaian I do not know our laws are so strict I lived in America for almost 25 years am coming home soon

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@AMANSIE RADIO USA -We will be here and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@multyz1]

Will be in Ghana next month to lay my dad to rest. What a wonderful dad he was.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@multyz1 -Condolences and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@howardcash8301]

Tony and Ayo! Great and informative video. Ayo, I see Tony's eating GOOD! Yeah!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Howard Cash - That is all we saw during editing and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@missionanna]

Many seems to think that because the process might be tedious in the west it must be the same in Ghana. We can’t rise above their level? We don’t believe we are capable of presenting a better product/service?

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Mission Anna - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@vernelljordon298]

Trust me my very sweet couples Ghana is better than American when it comes to immigration. I’m a Ghanaian married with a Ghanaian husband with three kids and for 20 years since my husband filled for me, I’ve no green card not to talk about citizenship am stuck in here waiting for a miracle from God. But I know God willing I will get my papers and come back home to my country Ghana. You guys are so sweet and thank you so much for what you doing to help others. God bless you guys. Amen

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Vernell Jordon - We stay focused on why we moved and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@LotusFlower5312]

Wow! This information has been both extremely informative yet very discouraging. I may have to rethink a different country to live my remaining “best life” for the future dammit!!! smh Oh well…Thank you so much for sharing this video. Peace and blessings unto you both! 🤔💪🏽🙏🏽✊🏽✌🏽

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Pamela Harris, really appreciate it 😉!

[@florencesenya1506]

Dont be so discouraged. It's not that easy in many places too.

[@williamyoung339]

In the US my limited knowledge suggest that one should start with an immigration lawyer before starting any immigration process in which you want to become a US citizen. I am not clear on the contact information from the gentleman who you interviewed . Please share. I love your videos ; they are the best . In closing I am completely confused by the process and would need someone like you interviewed to even think about this process . Thanks again… Love & Peace

[@kwamebushman606]

Right??? Somehow people think they should get a pass because they're black. Immigration laws are complicated everywhere. One can even say giving someone a visa just because of the color or their skin is racist but we do it either way. Someone, some place Americans here feel like the African continent should roll out the red carpet for them. Not as if they're starting businesses, or employing people on the continent

[@evangelistbrighttv1403]

It's very complicated

[@jamessquare]

@@kwamebushman606 If you have lived in the US, you know you simply mail in your passport application and your passport arrives in your mailbox a few weeks later. The same goes for driver's license renewals. Being upset at Americans or Britons because they complain about the unnecessary hassles tantamounts to shooting the messenger. They know from their experiences in their home countries that it is possible to do way better. Issuing passports is a labor intensive process, but competent governments, out of respect for their citizens, know how to make the process pain- free for them. Excessive regulations are hallmarks of societies having troubling developing. The attendant lack of clarity symbolizes a failure of decisive leadership.

[@kwamebushman606]

@@jamessquare Even in a country like the US which has had a good 400 to 500 years to develop compared to 60, things don't always work as simply as you put it. For instance I had to send a cashiers check to the state of CA while registering my business, had to send it twice because the first got lost in the mail despite being tracked, insured and guaranteed delivery. When I inquired about the money back guarantee I was told to call the 1800 number lmao. Renewing your drivers license huh, how man HOURS or days do you have to spend at the DMV just to get that done. The amount of taxes we pay in CA yet when you see the run down roads, HOMELESS people everywhere, gun violence off the roofs, apartment buildings falling apart, it makes you wonder where your taxes go?? We're not upset any anyone for suggesting any improvements, but don't go to someone country and try to tell them you want things to work like in America because my friend, America is a very HARD place with extreme poverty and violence going up. It's not perfect, and I can guarantee you any educated person would NOT want their country to be like America. Why so that corporations can own everything while human beings sleep on the streets?

[@jamessquare]

@@kwamebushman606 I do not recognize that America you are describing. You spend days at the DMV to renew your driver's license? Really? Have you even been to America? I renewed mine online recently. In the America I know, you can do most things online without ever having to speak to a soul. Be serious.

[@jah3742]

Love your channel and your energy. I have shared with friends who are planning on coming over. What valuable and insightful information.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@manknowthyself6616]

So glad u did this. Thank u so so much. Now I know where not to go for business.

[@bigfun5658]

I like how u and your wife click, she is always on point.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Big Fun - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@NanaKNOwusu]

Thanks for this video. The Diaspora Affairs office and the Ministry of Interior should address this once and for all. A member of the diaspora should have a one stop shop for all of these. Interview Ivy Prosper.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Nana K.N. Owusu - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@johnampiah2110]

Once again another useful information thanks guys ❤️🔥😍👍🏾🙏🏾

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @John Ampiah, really appreciate it 😉!

[@bumblebee4024]

In CA, you get a certified copy of the birth certificate which has the county recorder’s seal on it. You will NEVER get the original - it remains on file FOREVER, which is how you can get “copies”. Other U.S. states can be different but that’s CA. Evidently, the Ghanaian admin’s left hand doesn’t know what the right hand is doing. Plus, it seems that the diaspora are nickeled & dimed incessantly to get at their presumed wealth. I’ll wait about 3 years to see if they’ve streamlined their processes . Otherwise, I will just visit. 😎

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@kuukuaocansey2940]

So is the U.S.A.!!!

[@DrNiecyQ]

💯 true, same in the USA.

[@petermensah7553]

This are African's that was forcibly taken from their motherland n remember your president ask them to come home so why make it difficult for them

[@rosslynrobinson6425]

@@petermensah7553 Well said, that is the difference. America is not asking anyone to come matter of fact they are trying to keep people out!!!!

[@petermensah7553]

That's what's up Rosslyn

[@florencesenya1506]

I think though the government asked African Americans to come home they didn't believe they will actually come this soon. I am certain they will change a few things to make it easier now that people are actually coming. We still need to keep our immigration tight so only the right people can come. Honestly there are some people we don't want here just like every country filters who gets in.

[@jddockkings8809]

Great information ...thanks, you have shed good light on very important issues.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@JD Dockkings - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@dorisbrown7347]

Your husband had really lost a lot of weight. Good for him i have been trying for past months now i have not gotten anywhere. Pls make a video on weight loss

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Doris Brown -He actually has gained some pounds and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@efo1create25]

I am so glad that you guys are doing this kind of a video. Keep up the good work. Thanks.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

More to come!

[@TWTEnterprises]

Great interview. Jude is the man to get things done for you quickly and efficiently. We have been partners with him for 4 years now and he has always gone above and beyond to help us get everything we needed. He’s trustworthy and hardworking and highly recommended.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@TWT Enterprises - Love that! He is very helpful and thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@cheendo7400]

Trust me the government is listening and they would make the necessary adjustments you guys are bring out import way to solve problem. The reason why things are scattered all over the place is that, this is simply new to Ghana. Patience.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@konkonbishl -We really hope someone is listening and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@nicolehighvibes]

I enjoy your videos. You're a cute couple! I've always wanted to visit Ghana but it sounds too complicated. Please continue to make video's and maybe one day, I may take a chance and visit. Be blessed!

[@florencesenya1506]

You can visit Ghana freely anytime. It's the resident permit that's cumbersome.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Nickie - Visiting is easy, staying is tricky and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@glennwinston9239]

Watching this the second time I saw something that is killing their tax base; i.e. it costs a $1,000.00 to even start a business which makes a the casual economy a better bet. Their rules are killing them for taxes and job creation.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Glenn Winston - They don't think about the money they missed, only the money they made or can make that day and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@wiv2631]

@@ExpatLifeGhana You understand better than I thought you did.

[@desmondpaintisil4568]

So President of ghana calling African Americans in particular to come home only for them to come face this needless and cumbersome process of getting residence and citizenship, what sense does it make? Ghana, in my opinion, should be the country where getting this legal documentations done is the easiest and most simplified following its stance on Pan Africanism. If it difficult in other African countries, it a bit understandable but same shouldn't be the case in Ghana, especially African Americans, and I lay more emphasis on African Americans because they are the ones that President personally took flight to Washington DC to talk to them personally and encouraged them to come home. They have agreed and are coming so why not make it easy for them, Mr President??

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@DESMOND PAINTISIL - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@rosslynrobinson5524]

Great comment!!! Agreed 100%

[@richburgh532]

Great comment!

[@LotusFlower5312]

Exactly! I concur 💯 For the average, law abiding, moral driven human being without the deep pockets to afford the many fees attached to this difficult process such as myself really has me reconsidering. I just wanted to return to the land where I’m valued, respected & live with as little stress as permitted during my latter years. Ghana was my plan but I’m unsure now.

[@desmondpaintisil4568]

@@LotusFlower5312 No, dont let that stop you from coming to the country. First of all, you are moving to entirely different country and you are not expecting to get citizenship in just matter of month or two. You will definitely be required to go through these legal processes which surely takes time, in some cases, you will be required to consistently live in the country for 5years or more. My problem is that, it is way too long process and so the Ghanaian authorities should take steps to soften it a bit for, especially the African Americans, which I am fully aware that steps are being taken to curb that long process that one has to go through to get the citizenship and the residency in Ghana. You can email Ivy Prosper and Sista Yaa of Sankofa Repatriation Assistance Program, they have more usefu information about this new development.

[@dejaabena1]

Ayo , in hindsight you should’ve applied for citizenship with the Ghanaian embassy in the states . They process dual citizenship application as well . I am planning to start that process now as well.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@dejaabena1 -Doing it from here because of covid and the new rules you won't miss anything and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@florencesingleton5818]

Thanks for all the info very useful my favorite couple.

[@evansadarkwah6660]

The residents permit process in Ghana is same as USA we also went through same thing with police reports medical reports they even asked us to vaccinate before.

[@theacronymmaker8459]

Facts

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@EVANS ADARKWAH - We know that isn't true, Ghana has the get something done fees to people that are there to do a job and get paid extra...and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@joybelnavis7576]

You guys provide such relevant information! Thank you.🙏🏾

[@sirpatrick6073]

Very insightful video.The authorities are listening

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@sir patrick - We hope the right ones are and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@rochellemckinney3220]

Thank you for sharing this valuable information 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Glad it was helpful!

[@burtisaac1000]

Thanks for sharing your journey! Appreciated!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Burt Isaac - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@niiamatey8938]

Heey family! Ghana's really proud of expat Life, Ghana Blackstars all the way.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Nii Amatey - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@niiamatey8938]

@@ExpatLifeGhana We are fully behind you, I like your children a lot n they set another standards in Ghanaian History, fingers cross, BEST OF LUCKS FAMILY. AKWABA ONCE MORE.

[@bobjones8949]

I have been asking this information from the other repat KZbinrs and they have been avoiding this subject. I now see why wow.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Bob Jones -This is the red-tape subject and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@clariciacabral-dasilva9683]

Hello. I love you guys.. I just got discourage. Did not know how complicated it will be. I just bought 2 plots of land and I'm in the process of buying 2 more.. I will be leaving the U.S(Massachusetts) and making my journey there to start building and living in Ghana. Thank you for the information

[@emeliathompson3453]

Do not get discourage.Just follow your dreams and everything will work out ok.

[@yo-a]

Don’t be discouraged - knowledge is power and you now have the information.

[@jacquelinekrantz3937]

I live in Mass too, my mom was born in Ghana and she just passed so I have to go to Ghana soon to finish the additional funeral rituals. Don't get discouraged, just get a lawyer to help you with all the legal red tape.

[@kwameakowuah424]

Thanks and lets keep the conversation going and hopefully will brake the camelback

[@vernellcarter321]

As I listened to the process that a descendant of enslaved grandparents has to go through to make Ghana their home, I became sad! It should not be the case! I don't like it at all. There has to be a better way made for people who have suffered, more than enough! I'm sure that the lawmakers do not have any real understanding of what the enslaved ancestors went through, nor, what the descendants of the enslaved went through, and are going through. That's very unfortunate for all of us!

[@TyroneBlackman7]

@Vernell Carter remember Ghana is only about 64 years old. So your recent ancestors could have been Brits or Dagbon citizens. Also, many Africans in the Americas and Europe were free people contrary to popular belief. Your recent ancestor could be one of those. How should the government determine those who have "suffered" versus someone who has no ties to the country?

[@asantewaa391]

The process applies to even those of us with two Ghanaian parents, born abroad.

[@marcq4106]

Some of you lot need to be screened before we allow you into Ghana.. especially those with checkered pasts and those who come to Ghana with the pillagers mindset and think they are better than the indigenes..stop coming to Africa thinking you should have everything on a silver platter..There are 1.3 billion Africans on the continent who also have needs.I will personally petition the President of Ghana and the immigration Services to tighten the laws to do background checks and enforce the learning of one traditional language,before you are qualified to stay in Ghana.. Respectfully submitted

[@marcq4106]

@@TyroneBlackman7 totally agree ,we need to have tighter laws before this entitlement thing gets out of hand

[@betinhomontecas]

I agree with you 100%. Marcus Garvey Back-to-Africa movement ended up in an overwhelming failure. I suspect the same will happen this time round. If Ghana's gorvernment was really serious about the issue it must have put in place first and foremost legislation easying the process of repatriation.

[@glennwinston9239]

This is my second time looking at this video and I thought maybe you should send a copy to the president of Ghana.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Glenn Winston - We are not trying to get kicked out and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@richking4567]

Im rooting for you guys. I made my first trip in February to Tanzania and still have my $1000 voucher for Ghana. I'm just concerned that the continent is not fully setup for us to really settle in but you know you're always welcome to come back to be a prisoner of war (POW) in Amerika now hiring black casualties

[@yo-a]

It’s our job to make it ‘fully set up’ for us to settle.

[@sampsonpaintsil9839]

This is very informative,thanks for the information,this process is too much

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Glad it was helpful!

[@UniqueBeautie]

Lordt! I wish the change all of this b4 I move there. 😑🤨

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Queen Cecelia - It is worth it no matter the process and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@samfrancy]

I’m forwarding this video to Ms Nadia Adongo Musa at the Diaspora office...hope it helps

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Samfrancy Odo Boateng - Thanks for that and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@kimberlymensah5063]

Great video love TWT enterprise This is powerful

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gladstonefuller953]

I am not surprised at the stumbling blocks which are, obviously and deliberately, thrown in the path of gaining citizenship in Ghana. Some of the requirements sound silly, but they are doing a good job of wearing out and dissuading applicant. Why the hell should I even bother to visit as a tourist? I am sure I can get better bang for my bucks in other countries. Over the past year I have learned a lot about Ghana, and I have come to the conclusion that there is a lot of hype and issues that make the country less desirable than I had thought. Nothing is wrong in a country maximizing revenue from services that it can offer, but transparency and foolproof practices would would go a long way.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Gladstone Fuller -If it were easy you wouldn't see the true value of what you are accomplishing and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@christianboahene5182]

Tony and Ayo both of you are always looking very good.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Christian Boahene, really appreciate it 😉!

[@beatriceowusuachaw6210]

We sure want you. Ghana is warm this is for real now. Warm toward viking our country. God bless you all

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@doreenasante9309]

Tony and anyone if it makes you feel any better, we as Ghanaians living in Europe had to go through all that back and forth to get a Ghanaian citizenship for our children at the embassy in UK because of name changes etc

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@My_Dazzling_Decor]

It’s almost the same thing like here in the U.S all foreigners have to go through all the process, stay in a long queue and pay a lot of money for processing fee.

[@afrog3569]

But they don't need citizenship to buy a house or business

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Elizabeth S - Fast track those you asked to come sounds better and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@act2lifeafter50]

It really doesn't sound that much more difficult than USA...Ask an immigrant.

[@DrNiecyQ]

Ask me lol 😂

[@edemadukonu741]

#Word

[@delgada747]

The difference is the bribing. Government employees extracting bribes is illegal in the U.S. and can be punishable to include imprisonment.

[@kwamebushman606]

@@delgada747 so what's "lobbying" then? 🤣

[@act2lifeafter50]

@@delgada747 Agreed, But the red tape, run around, and cost is very similar.

[@yoshuaisrael3068]

This is too the government of Ghana you have no idea of the serious psychological effects of what slavery has done unto the diaspora the very mental struggle of pulling away from your slave master for over 400 years is so mentally challenging and to come back to a land that only our ancestors have known but not their offsprings and we our told throughout all your media and international media that we are welcome to come home but then there hurdles that you have to jump over like cattle in order to return I can't put in words the pain and I feel this so shameful unto our ancestors that you would make their offsprings do such a thing we pray this thing will change and the process will get better soon because you have angered the ancestors with such a thing to all the proud brothers and sisters who have already been to the process we give thanks for your patience and for your wisdom May the ancestors continue to smile upon you and make your way fruitful for you are the forerunners .......... Africa is in some serious troubles because of that European mindset where is the spirit of kwame nkrumah and the rest of the elders who've given their life the Free Africa Long live all the elders who gave their lives for the freedom of Africa peace and blessings family

[@Kalagenesis]

Why should they care? They have people starving and children out on the streets to worry about

[@yoshuaisrael3068]

Your point is well taken thank you for your response

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!

[@yoshuaisrael3068]

Welcome

[@charlesasomaning3701]

you are doing a great job . hopefully the authorities may see and do something about it.

[@efo1create25]

Thank you guys for what you a doing. 🤗

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @Efo Creations, really appreciate it 😉!

[@christinekeefe9004]

Why is this so difficult for someone who legit has a Ghanian parent? That should be automatic. You should be able to just go to the embassy and get your passport. Ghana needs to streamline this for at least these people as they are citizens under the law from what you stated. Also, parents if you have a second citizenship, make sure that your kids also carry that citizenship! My grandmother didn't establish Polish citizenship for my dad (as far as we know) so now we're looking at paying a lawyer in Poland to get this done for him and for the rest of us. It always pays to have a backup citizenship in case you want/need it, but now we are going to have to PAY to establish it...and it costs!

[@susiebuchanan9178]

I think I am going to stay right here in the USA. One place don’t want you to have any thing. The other place wants all that you have. The devil you know vs the devil you don’t know. Wow!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Susie Buchanan - Yes but the devil here isn't trying to kill you and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@sistaluv1357]

Love🥰you guys. Thanks again for sharing 🌺🌷🌺

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Aww... @Sista Luv - Thanks for the love ❤️️!

[@sudanmaat8163]

Dope vid. But we need to fight to go back home to Mother Africa and stay. You never here Indians, Asians, Arabs, etc. complaining about how hard it is to repatriate to Africa. We need to suck it up and do what we have to do. Shout out to these two for showing us the way.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Sudan Maat - It is not easy but it is worth it and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@ritas.b.7088]

I love your videos and all the information you two provide ❤ Do you have expat gatherings monthly??

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Here is the link to our closed Facebook group for expats planning to move to Ghana & those already there (facebook.com/groups/350881975912888)👍🏽🇬🇭❤️. We have been trying to meet up every other month. Next one will be in September.

[@ritas.b.7088]

@@ExpatLifeGhana Yes! I will be there in September ❤

[@AnthonyGjakaGenius]

Very interested video wow wow you all leave me with a big headache 🤕

[@leevanthompson3838]

Hi guys I understand what you're saying that's for Americans Canadians and people from Europe but nana akufo-addo came to the Caribbean and gave every Caribbean island free access to enter Ghana without a Visa

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@leevan thompson - Not sure of he thought that out fully and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@fmlartey4747]

He can't do that. Only Parliament can.

[@pastortonyboakyejnr9270]

Hello Sister Ayo and Tony , I think this formation is good for you.CITIZENSHIP 6. (1) Every person who, on the coming into force of this Constitution, is a citizen of Ghana by law shall continue to be a citizen of Ghana. (2) Subject to the provisions of this Constitution, a person born in or outside Ghana after the coming into force of this Constitution, shall become a citizen of Ghana at the date of his birth if either of his parents or grandparents is or was a citizen of Ghana. (3) A child of not more than seven years of age found in Ghana whose parents are not know shall be presumed to be a citizen of Ghana by birth. (4) A child of not more than sixteen years of age neither of whose parents is a citizen of Ghana who is adopted by a citizen of Ghana shall, be virtue of the adoption, be a citizen of Ghana. 7. (1) A woman married to a man who is a citizen of Ghana or a man married to a woman who is a citizen of Ghana may, upon making an application in the manner prescribed by Parliament, be registered as a citizen of Ghana. (2) Clause (1) of this article applies also to a person who was married to a person who, but for his or her death, would have continued to be a citizen of Ghana under clause (1) of article 6 of this Constitution. (3) Where the marriage of a woman is annulled after she has been registered as a citizen of Ghana under clause (1) of this article, she shall, unless she renounces that citizenship, continue to be a citizen of Ghana. (4) Any child of a marriage of a woman registered as a citizen of Ghana under clause (1) of this article to which clause (3) of this article applies, shall continue to be a citizen of Ghana unless he renounces that citizenship. (5) Where upon an application by a man for registration under clause (1) of this article, it appears to the authority responsible for the registration that a marriage has been entered into primarily with a view to obtaining the registration, the authority may request the applicant to satisfy him that the marriage was entered into in good faith; and the authority may only effect the registration upon being so satisfied. (6) In the case of a man seeking registration, clause (1) of this article applies only if the applicant permanently resides in Ghana. 8. (1) Subject to this article, a citizen of Ghana Shall cease forthwith to be a citizen of Ghana if, on attaining the age of twenty-one years, he, by a voluntary act, other than marriage, acquired or retains the citizenship of a country other than Ghana. (2) A person who becomes a citizen of Ghana by registration and immediately after the day on which he becomes a citizen of Ghana is also a citizen of some other country, shall cease to be a citizen of Ghana unless he has renounced his citizenship of that other country, taken the oath of allegiance specified in the Second Schedule to this Constitution and made and registered such declaration of his intentions concerning residence as may be prescribed by law, or unless he has obtained an extension of time for taking those steps and the extended period has not expired. (3) A Ghanaian citizen who loses his Ghanaian citizenship as a result of the acquisition or possession of the citizenship of a country other than Ghana shall, on the renunciation of his citizenship of that other country, become a citizen of Ghana. (4) Where the law of a country, other than Ghana, requires a person who marries a citizen of that country to renounce the citizenship of his own country by virtue of that marriage, a citizen of Ghana who is deprived of his citizenship of Ghana by virtue of that marriage shall, on the dissolution of that marriage, if he thereby loses his citizenship acquired by that marriage, become a citizen of Ghana. 9. (1) Parliamentary may make provision for the acquisition of citizenship of Ghana by persons who are not eligible to become citizens of Ghana under the provision of this Constitution. (2) Except as otherwise provided in article 7 of this Constitution, a person shall not be registered as a citizen of Ghana unless at the time of his application for registration he is able to speak and understand an indigenous language of Ghana. (3) The High Court may, on an application made for the purpose by the Attorney-General, deprive a person who is a citizen of Ghana, otherwise than by birth, of that citizenship on the ground. (a) that the activities of that person are inimical of the security of the State or prejudicial to public morality or the public interest; or (b) that the citizenship was acquired by fraud, misrepresentation or any other improper or irregular practice. (4) There shall be published in the Gazette by the appropriate authority and within three months after the application or the registration, as the case may be, the name,. particulars and other details of a person who, under this article applies to be registered as a citizen of Ghana or has been registered as a citizen of Ghana. (5) Parliament may make provision for the renunciation by any person of his citizenship of Ghana. 10. (1) A reference in this Chapter to the citizenship of the parent of a person at the time of the birth of that person shall, in relation to a person born after the death of the parent, be construed as a reference to the citizenship of the parent at the time of the parent's death. (2) For the purposes of clause (1) of this article, where the death occurred before the coming into force of this Constitution, the citizenship that the parent would have had if he or she had died on the coming into force of this Constitution shall be deemed to be his or her citizenship at the time of his or her death.

[@regisjamerson7756]

Thank you for that information. Is there any way to contact someone with in the government to see if there is a way of simplifying the process? This seem like a overcomplicated process by design. If you really want us to come home, this should be less complicated.

[@gyebikankamfo1795]

Yes. Office of Diaspora. It’s at the seat of President.

[@masonbrown5231]

Do not listen to this couple. The exaggerate and misinform. There is a whole department called Office of Diaspors. You can applg for right of abode. How do other African Americans or others from the diaspora live and do business in Ghana? This couple do need to make themselves useful in Africa and stop whining and talking rubbish.

[@regisjamerson7756]

@world at fingertip That is good to know. It is always better to show in person and in group s to affect change.

[@chinnychin5790]

This process is the same in other countries, the west is not as easy as you think

[@stefanossmitty3318]

Except the west doesn’t need to simplify their process since there are so many people literally dying to get there.

[@adwoanuro4192]

@@stefanossmitty3318 please explain this?

[@stefanossmitty3318]

@@adwoanuro4192 what is unclear or vague about what I said that requires an explanation?

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Chinny Chin - Ghana put out the invitation, not the west and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@adwoanuro4192]

@@stefanossmitty3318 What is unclear is whether you are saying that because the west has people who want to go there they can require necessary documentation but Ghana can't or shouldn't? I want to be sure if that is what you are getting at.

[@quintusgreene9441]

Ayo & Tony Based on my conversations with a number of African-Americans who have expressed an interest in Ghana, most seem to be initially more interested in establishing residency rather than getting Ghanaian citizenship. In this regard it makes no sense to require someone who is prepared to invest $100,000 to $200,000 in residential property in Ghana to get two (2) Ghanaians to post a cash bond on their behalf in order to secure a Residency Permit. This is an insult. Such people are obviously not deadbeats who are going to become a burden on the Ghanaian government. Besides, the government can always confiscate the property to pay the expense of deporting them.

[@rosslynrobinson6425]

Great comment I feel the same way.!!!!!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@Quintus greene - Yeah not allot here makes sense and thanks for the comment 😊!