In my previous article on how to apply for biometric Ghanaian passport, I explained the process of obtaining or applying for a Ghanaian passport. In this article, I am going to explain in details the mandatory documents needed in passport application.
First of all, the mandatory document needed on the list is the biometric birth certificate. The birth certificate is issued by the Birth and Death Registry. The application is done through government hospitals or accredited health institution and the premises of the Birth and Death Registry.
The birth certificate contains the birth records of the applicant such as full name, date of birth, place of birth, parents name and so on. The document has a serial number which is used in filling the mandatory section on the passport forms. This document proves that the applicant is a Ghanaian citizen by birth.
Secondly, the applicant will have to provide a valid national identification card in support of the birth certificate for the biometric passport application.
These identification cards include Voter’s ID, Driver’s license, Ghana card, old passport, etc bearing the name of the applicant with picture indicating the status of citizenship of the Republic of Ghana. The original and photocopies must be accompanied on the day of appointment at the passport office.
Last on the list of the documents required for the passport application is a proof of profession. The applicant is required to attach an introductory letter or appointment letter from their place of work. This letter gives an introduction to the applicant securing the passport.
Applicants in the categories of trade such plumbers, masons, carpenters and so on are excepted from providing this document. Students are also exempted from this requirement but require an introductory letter or student identity card from the institution they are enrolled.
By providing these documents, you are already through with your passport application process.
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