The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has announced a new mandatory pre-payment policy for all investor-related services, effective immediately.
In a notice issued to clients, the Centre said the directive aims to enhance service delivery, improve transparency, and ensure a smoother experience for both local and foreign investors.
Under the new policy, full payment must be made before initiating any service request, and proof of payment will be required before processing begins.
The directive applies to a wide range of services, including new company registration, renewal of registration, additional certificates for branches, certificate replacement, 24-hour premium services, quota and work permit applications, certified true copy requests, due diligence requests, exemption processing, and strategic investor applications.
According to GIPC, the measure is part of ongoing efforts to streamline operations and eliminate administrative delays caused by incomplete or post-service payments.
“This change is part of GIPC’s commitment to improving service efficiency and ensuring a seamless experience for all clients,” the notice stated.
About the GIPC
The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), established under the GIPC Act, 2013 (Act 865), is the government agency responsible for promoting and facilitating investment in Ghana. Operating under the Office of the President, the Centre serves as the country’s one-stop gateway for both local and foreign investors.
GIPC registers investment projects, assists with permits and incentives, and coordinates with other agencies to ease business operations. The Centre also advises government on policies to improve the investment climate and monitors compliance among registered enterprises.
According to its 2024 report, GIPC recorded 140 registered projects worth about US$617 million in foreign direct investment (FDI), spanning sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, ICT, energy and tourism. The agency says its interventions have helped sustain thousands of jobs and position Ghana as one of West Africa’s leading investment destinations.
Officials say the new pre-payment policy aligns with ongoing reforms to modernise service delivery and boost investor confidence through faster, more transparent processes.
