By Clinton Consultancy – Ghana’s Leading Corporate Services Firm
Step 1 – Initial Consultation & Structuring
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Define business objectives, sector, and ownership structure.
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Advise on capital requirements:
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100% foreign-owned: USD $500,000 stated capital.
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Joint venture (?10% Ghanaian ownership): USD $200,000 stated capital.
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Discuss nominee director options if needed.
Step 2 – Name Search & Reservation
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Submit proposed company names to the Registrar-General’s Department.
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Reserve approved name for incorporation process.
Step 3 – Drafting Company Documents
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Prepare constitution (formerly Regulations).
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Gather director/shareholder details.
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Complete company incorporation forms.
Step 4 – Filing with Registrar of Companies
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File incorporation documents.
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Obtain:
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Certificate of Incorporation
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Certificate to Commence Business
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Company TIN (Tax Identification Number)
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Step 5 – GIPC Registration (Foreign-Owned)
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File with Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (mandatory for all foreign-owned entities).
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Provide bank confirmation of paid-up stated capital.
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Obtain GIPC Certificate to unlock incentives and legal compliance.
Step 6 – Tax & Social Security Registration
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Register with Ghana Revenue Authority (VAT, IRS).
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Register with Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT).
Step 7 – Business Operating Permit
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Apply to Metropolitan/Municipal Assembly for relevant business licence.
Step 8 – Sector-Specific Licensing (if applicable)
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E.g., mining licence, construction association registration, financial services licence.
Step 9 – Bank Account Opening
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Open corporate bank account with a Ghanaian bank.
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Assist with online banking and operational setup.
Step 10 – Work & Residence Permits
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Apply for permits for foreign directors, managers, or key staff.
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Obtain Non-Citizen ID Cards as required.
Why Choose Clinton Consultancy
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Market leader in company registrations in Ghana over the last 5 years.
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UK- and Ghana-trained lawyers with commercial sector depth.
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Direct access to GIPC, Registrar of Companies, and regulators.
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End-to-end corporate service — from formation to full operational launch.
Contact Us Today
? Email: amanda@clintonconsultancy.com (cc: info@clintonconsultancy.com)
? WhatsApp/Call: +233 27 252 2695
? Website: www.clintonconsultancy.com
