🇬🇭 Aduanas e impuestos de importación: Ghana
Datos rápidos
Umbral libre de impuestos
$50
Paquetes bajo $50, libre de impuestos
IVA / Impuesto
15%
CIF value + duty. Additional levies: NHIL 2.5%, GETFund Levy 2.5%, COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy 1%. Effective combined rate approximately 21%.
Tiempo de despacho
3-7 días
tramitación habitual
Tipos arancelarios por categoría
| Categoría | Tipo arancelario | Capítulo HS |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 10-20% ECOWAS CET (smartphones 10%, laptops 10%, TVs 20%) | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 20% ECOWAS CET (finished garments 20%) | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 20% ECOWAS CET (all footwear 20%) | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-20% (rice 10%, sugar 20%, fish 10%, meat 20%) | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-5% (industrial machinery 0%, agricultural 0%) | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 20% (perfumes 20%, soap 10%) | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 10-20% (basic toys 10%, electronic toys 20%) | HS 95 |
Las tarifas mostradas corresponden a mercancías estándar. El tipo exacto depende del código HS de tu artículo.
Calculadora de aranceles
Por debajo del umbral de minimis, ¡sin arancel!: $50 USD
Proceso de despacho de aduanas
Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Customs Division uses ICUMS (Integrated Customs Management System) since 2020, replacing older GCNet/CUSDEC systems. ECOWAS Common External Tariff applies (5 bands: 0%, 5%, 10%, 20%, 35%). Tema port is the main entry point, new MPS Terminal 3 expanding capacity. Kotoka International Airport for air cargo. Pre-arrival processing available. Tax Identification Number (TIN) mandatory.
Qué esperar realmente
Improving with ICUMS but still challenging. Tema port congestion causes delays, though MPS Terminal 3 is expanding capacity. Benchmark (reference) values sometimes override declared values, leading to higher duties than expected. Use licensed customs broker. Express couriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) operate reliably. Kotoka Airport customs reasonably efficient for air freight.
Documentos necesarios
Factura comercial
Descripción, cantidad, valor, datos del remitente y destinatario
Lista de empaque
Descripción detallada del contenido
Declaración aduanera (CN22/CN23)
Requerida para envíos postales
Guía aérea (AWB)
Generada por el transportista al reservar el envío
Certificado de origen
Puede requerirse para aranceles reducidos
Licencia de exportación/importación
Para productos restringidos
Requisitos de licencia de importación
Import Declaration Form (IDF) required for all commercial imports. Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) conformity assessment for regulated products. FDA-Ghana approval for food, drugs, cosmetics, medical devices. DVLA for used vehicles (age restrictions apply). Import permits for arms, pharmaceuticals, chemicals.
Certificado de origen
ECOWAS certificate for regional preferential trade. Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) issues certificates. AGOA certificate for US market duty-free access. AfCFTA Secretariat headquartered in Accra, Ghana is a key player in African free trade.
Más información →Artículos prohibidos y restringidos
Prohibidos
- xNarcóticos y drogas ilegales
- xExplosivos y materiales inflamables
- xArmas y municiones
- xProductos falsificados
- xMoneda y documentos falsos
Restringidos (requiere permiso)
- !Medicamentos
- !Alimentos y bebidas
- !Plantas y semillas
- !Electrónica (baterías de litio)
- !Perfumes y cosméticos
Enlaces útiles
Estimación de aranceles
Cargos de importación estimados al enviar mercancías a Ghana:
| Valor del producto | Arancel | IVA/Impuesto | Total a pagar |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $0 | $0 | Gratis |
| $100 | $10 | $17 | $27 |
| $200 | $30 | $35 | $65 |
| $500 | $90 | $89 | $179 |
| $1000 | $190 | $179 | $369 |
Solo estimaciones. Los aranceles reales dependen de la categoría del producto.
Rutas populares a Ghana
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the duty-free threshold for Ghana?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Ghana is $50. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Ghana?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Ghana is 15%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. Additional levies: NHIL 2.5%, GETFund Levy 2.5%, COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy 1%. Effective combined rate approximately 21%.
How long does customs clearance take in Ghana?
Typical customs clearance in Ghana takes 3-7 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Ghana?
To import into Ghana, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Ghana?
Ghana prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.