Stop Moving to Ghana without Visiting (Is Africa a Good Place to Live?) Maybe...

Tony has a bone to pick with y'all... don't move here without visiting first. Stop it. Okay, okay... for some people this can work. BUT for the most part, you should visit Ghana first and then consider moving here, start the renting or buying process and work towards citizenship. The order here matters. Here's why.
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[@kwameasante6169]

I took my first trip to Ghana on a tour in 2011 . Toured for 2 weeks . We were advised if we wanted to Repat that we should visit several times , I went back on a tour in 2015 for another 2 weeks . I went on a 2019 trip solo for 10 days. I went to get the flow of the society and to see if I was comfortable with day to day things. Then Covid came and caused a standstill. I stayed patient and now because of that I was able to do a DNA test and got Citizenship in Sierra Leone last year. To sum it up be patient, plan and miracles will happen. Now I opened a bank account with EcoBank and will be sending money over to prepare for move. Step by Step and everything is falling into place

[@a2theb46]

Yessss that's the way to plan your move. Thank you for sharing your story.

[@kwameasante6169]

@@a2theb46 👍🏾

[@kwakuakonto8942]

@@kwameasante6169 is Kwame Asante your real name? Do you Ghanaian parentage

[@kwameasante6169]

@@kwakuakonto8942 my dna is an admixture of West African nations . I represent a United African dna

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@kwameasante6169 - Great story and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@ypk7858]

This is sound advice but there is more to it than just that. I understand where you guys are coming from but the other side is that there are so many people migrating to other places every day, without visiting first and once they get there, they find ways to make it work. It is all about MINDSET and ATTITUDE

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@ypk7858 - Those situations sound more like desperation for escape and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@ypk7858]

@@ExpatLifeGhana "Desperation for escape"?,maybe but I say those are rather just the "realities of life". Anyway....

[@ArtsyLadyCrafter]

@@ypk7858 Yes, some people just don't have the money or time to visit even once but must make a life change and they have the money for that. They study their chosen destination online and watch unlimited GOOD, ACCURATE YT vids to learn at a distance. I do agree with the hosts that everyone should plan to visit if at all possible. This video is geared towards those who are able. I'm not here to come on their channel and refute what they are saying. There are many great YTubers who encourage and help those who must make a jump start to Ghana or anywhere. Today, YT and the internet make it possible to make wonderful informed decisions. And some people are well-known to just make things work. For them, there is simply no going back. They always have a can-do spirit and they make it work.

[@215RANDOM]

"Any place is better than here." Field Negro. Definitely appreciate the advice but I'm getting my blk-ask outta Amerikkka, by any mean neccessary.. Doing all my research and dudilligece so my transition will be smooth. Going to come, explore, then buy a home in the best area available. Digital Income is good to go so whatever issues Ghana has to offer it beats mass shootings, police brutality, and not being able to purchase a home.. I'll gladly trade water and electric outages for this mess here in the states. Salute!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@215RANDOM - True dat and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@a.konadu4010]

SALUTE!

[@edwingross9778]

Caution my brother's and sisters, I'm also from the 🇺🇸 USA and loving the laid back atmosphere here in Accra Ghana. Facts in Expat of Ghana put out on their podcast. Its not for everyone and there will be requirements you will need to sustain in Ghana inorder to feel right at home, rule number one have a steady stream of income coming in monthly or have lots of money put away in your bank account because you gonna need it. Rule number 2 is you must live like a Ghanaian onece you settle in if you don't then you can easily mismanage the funds you have saved. Rule number 3 is don't come here trying to live a western lifestyle and over paying for housing when it not required because there plenty of affordable places in Ghana. Rule number 4 is make sure you use the local markets as much as possible to save on your food costs to maintain a sensible budget. Rule number 5 its best to buy a cheap used vehicle here if you require one.

[@ChApp-u1p]

Agreed.

[@richardfisher3220]

I just want to let everybody know that your place ranks with the best hotels in Accra. This is not a paid endorsement, I actually stayed there.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@richardfisher3220 - Thank you sir, you were an awesome guest! Thanks for the comment 😊!

[@jettunion7430]

Hi guys, been a while. Recovering from back surgery. You are right, we visited in 2000. Love the Eastern Region,cool, can get to Accra in 1-2hrs.also Achimota, (Achimota mall) no need to go to Accra if you don’t have to, Pokuase. Can’t wait to get back. See you in September.👍🏾😊🇯🇲

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@jettunion7430 - Hey Jett we hope recovery goes well, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@panafricanspirit170]

Thanks guys for this. Those fluff KZbinrs are to blame for some of these people coming without having a clue! I love Elmina, Techiman, the Volta, but these areas are not for everyone.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@panafricanspirit170 - They make Ghana out to be something it's not by never telling the bad about it, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@The10thManRules]

Reason 4512: my state wants to track my daughters period cycle.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@BLACKFANPhotography - Population control, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@kamilah4love]

Thank you for sharing this piece of advice. Ghana is a beautiful country, but it isn’t for everyone. And it is only through visiting that you come to understand why Ghana is “special”.🦄

[@princenikki]

Sure is special no other place like to

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

I totally agree!

[@iballot022012]

Looking forward to visiting Ghana. We're on our way from the US traveling the world, looking for a home in Africa. We're Muslim retired seniors exploring our options. Any information you give is helpful.

[@mgeorge162]

I'm planning my visit in sept 2023 for 2 weeks

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@mgeorge162 -Are you staying with us? Hope so, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@princenikki]

I don’t get how you would move anywhere without going there multiple times. 19 years of connection for me and Ghanaian born and raised for my husband ❤❤ love visiting so much that we’re currently building Our Accra project. Ghana is such a safe and friendly country

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

My thoughts exactly!

[@The10thManRules]

I'm going to smuggle in tortillas and open my own taco truck.

[@jahs1247]

There is abundance of corn, and corn flour here, which is the main ingredient in tortillas. We use it to prepare a staple called Kenkey. So if you learn tortillas making before coming, it’s easy to find the ingredient here

[@kamilah4love]

😂😂

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@BLACKFANPhotography - Please make them as they do in Mexico, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@williamgamelisenaya793]

Love 💖 your work guys Nuff respect Tony & Ayo. Bless up 🙏🙏💗 Watching from the land downunder Sydney NSW

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@williamgamelisenaya793 - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@emmanueladu-kowblah9162]

You meet a girl one day, propose to her and marry her the same day! No, she's a human being with good and bad sides...so go with the procedure friendship(visit, explore), relationship(explore further, mingle, romance, argue...), courtship and may be marriage (settlement Citizenship).

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@emmanueladu-kowblah9162 - Nice way to think of it, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@pochokat6443]

It is expensive to keep travelling unless you have a very good income… I mean saving and establishing is so hard in the west … I get that some want to get sound advice from those who live there or moved and just want to move one time.. travelling is costly and will break you

[@MrOu83]

Pochokat - Quitting your job, and essentially closing down shop in America and moving to Ghana (Africa) without having visited, moving there and then deciding it’s not for you, could be even more costly in the long run.

[@georgeappiah8314]

BUT IT TOOK SOMEONE WHO NEVER BEEN HERE TWO YEAR TO GET HER CITIZENSHIP

[@nefertemur8951]

Greetings Expat Life Ghana, Ayo and Tony, you are making good sense and those that listen should take your very wise advice. We are enjoying your content and FB community and we will indeed be visiting in the future using your services. Continue to have a glorious time in Ghana 🇬🇭 and we look forward to visiting going forward. We wish Ghana the very best in the 3 Billion dollar IMF bailout. Thanks for sharing.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Well said, thanks for the comment.

[@a2theb46]

Tony , I love your necklace 👍🏾

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@a2theb46 - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.

[@a2theb46]

Hey Dynamic Duo, you two are the best. I hear so many say that they are moving and they have never visited the country LMAO

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@a2theb46 - We don't take them serious, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@freeplax17]

Just visited Ghana a couple weeks ago, ❤️ Ghana,! I hope to visit more and possibly move. I been binge watch your videos awsome advice.

[@commonsense6725]

Im a muslim im moving to northern ghana. Leaving tomorrow..thanks for all the videos you helped me with making the move.

[@pochokat6443]

Hey how’s your remote work going! I remember you were called back in person??

[@charlesking7331]

Wherever you want to live around the world make sure you have source of income to sustain your daily life otherwise you find yourself to blame.

[@beatriceowusuachaw6210]

You have come her first if it fits you food accodation.and weather wise

[@pearlraji4392]

As they say in Uk don’t put your eggs all in one basket best to keep a property in your home country

[@Ahoto_papa_bi]

Ayo please show your hair more often. You look so beautiful 🤩

[@Fred-zk3wv]

Am Ghanaian born but pretty much grew up in Canada, so far 90 percent of my life have been spent in Ghana. And l can tell you, living in Ghana full time is not for me. I can only take Ghana in doses because I find dealing with people can be extremely frustrating. Don't get me wrong, l love Ghana and visiting anytime I can but too much for me to handle full time and the list goes on.

[@cozyquiltsforscholars1787]

Greetings, this is Zakiyah. I'm first again. I hope you 4 are well!

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@cozyquiltsforscholars1787 -Yes we are and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@BRUSEMISSIONTRAVEL]

Geesh somebody had to say it! 😤

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

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

[@amytremper5416]

I was thinking about this topic after reading many comments of people wanting to move there. Its very different from the US and definitely not for the faint of heart. One does need to visit and learn from others experience also. We all want a change sometimes but don't go off the deep end without knowing what your in for. I personally can deal with Ghana but my husband is coming next year to US his biggest concern is Healthcare cuz we are aged however I would still take my chances there I love the sun, food and culture.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@saanichannel533]

Mom trust me, whatever health issues you are facing when you are in Ghana it will all gone. I noticed it myself and others who testified to that. African is just blessed, the food is more than healing medicine and the environment is like auto oxygen life server.

[@amytremper5416]

@@saanichannel533 thank you I felt healthier there but my husband believes US is more advanced in health care but Ghana I believe is more preventative health care with better food and herbal remedies. His former wife passed away at 56 from a heart attack that's why he feels that way.

[@a.konadu4010]

@@amytremper5416 The infrastructure doesnt allow for emergency responses such as 911as you have in America so be prepared for that. In terms of getting non emergency health care...it's advanced enough if you have the money. Having said that...a lot of foreigners go back home to get checkups etc as needed.

[@MrOu83]

@@saanichannel533 - Please, don’t tell people such lives, that all their health issues will disappear once they are in Ghana. That is utterly false. If that were true, practically no Ghanaians who live in Ghana would have any health issues such as cancers, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, etc. These and other health challenges in Ghana are published in medical and healthcare journals, and not just something I believe. On a personal note, I was in Ghana for 10-straight months (January 2020-November 2020), and I ate mostly the same foods that ordinary Ghanaians ate; I walked far more while I was there than I do in the U.S. I was under no particular stress because my intended 3-month stay was being prolonged due to the pandemic, the closure of the borders in Ghana, shutdown of airport, etc. I certainly had no concerns about money because I had plenty of it on me, in savings, and a weekly replenishment of my bank account. All that, and not only was my blood pressure still high, it went even higher while I was there-the highest it had ever been. My glaucoma didn’t go away, either. The vitamin D from the son made me feel Breyer, and my skin glowed beautifully, no preexisting conditions magically disappeared. Please, stop being reckless, trying to romanticize Ghana/Africa.

[@michellebutler9897]

Ayo, that dress looks amazing

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks so much for that @@michellebutler9897, really appreciate it 😉!

[@rayjohnson8875]

Tony is always funny. Yes, visit first.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thanks for that comment @@rayjohnson8875, appreciate it 😉!

[@GeecheeWoman]

He brother Tony and Sister Ayo, how are you and the family doing ? your Savannah, Georgia , still residing here in New York . CHALE - OUT ( Sister Acouvi )

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊

[@johnevans8705]

Love you guys, from cold Chicago

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@johnevans8705 - Thanks Chi-townand thanks for the comment 😊!

[@doekamassah4848]

Hi Tony,you qualify for a Ghanaian Passport.Go ahead a put in the application.We're here to help.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@doekamassah4848 - Appreciate the love from the windy city and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@patricaligons2602]

Hey guys, Pat here from Randallstown, Md. Say hello to the boys. one day, I would love to meet you'll ❤️

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@patricaligons2602 - Hey there, Simply catch a flight over, we are here, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@msgoldndiamondsarefromafri8112]

Will be coming in October, hope to use your tour services 😎

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

I hope so too! We have some great deals going on right now of you want to take advantage of them.

[@saanichannel533]

Tony looks like 100% Mole Dagomba man from northern Ghana. Seriously, if you tell anyone you meet in Ghana that you Dagomba the person would believe it.

[@charleswilliams8979]

Great Presentation; Fair and Equally Balanced; Kudos!

[@andrewasibey371]

Ayo, did you say your dad is a Ghanaian and yet you have been waiting for three years to obtain your Ghanaian citizenship? If I may I would suggest that you first try to obtain your Ghana card. There are two requirements. First, your dad's name must be featured on your birth certificate. And second, your dad must sign a declaration that you are indeed his daughter. If your dad is unable to do so, a relative say a brother or sister can do so on his behalf. My daughter who is bi-racial like you visited in December 2022. She went to NIA with her birth certificate with my name on it and followed all the procedures. When it got to the point where I needed to authenticate that she is my daughter, i drove there and signed the declaration. Presto, she was issued with a Ghana card. She is now applying for a Ghanaian passport.

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@andrewasibey371 - Ghana card is easy, everything else is not so easy, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@edwardthedriver4967]

You guys are awesome !!

[@michaelanguah9641]

Facts

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

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

[@ebertbeeman4382]

Michelle Obama and his husband love your channel.

[@africanglobalnomad]

Seriously 😂? Do you think all the people who are migrating every minute around the world visit first or have family and friends waiting for them at the airports 😂? This is LAME …

[@ExpatLifeGhana]

@@africanglobalnomad8262 - Lame is not knowing between people just deciding to leave a country and those so severely oppressed that their only choice is to leave? You are not suggesting that they are the same, are you? Do tell, and thanks for the comment 😊!

[@ebertbeeman4382]

Michelle Obama and his husband visited Ghana in 2009.