Ghana Post has been designated as the courier service provider for the new chip-embedded passports. The passports feature enhanced security and comply with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) guidelines. This move is part of efforts to improve the passport application process and ensure the secure delivery of the documents to citizens.
The agency will deliver the passports within 15 days of application. For applicants without home addresses, they can collect their passports at nearby Ghana Post offices. This arrangement aims to make the passport collection process convenient and accessible to all citizens.
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, stated that Ghana Post’s role in passport delivery aims to ensure secure and efficient delivery of passports to citizens. He added that with Ghana Post’s logistics expertise, they can track and prevent losses, and provide timely updates when necessary.
The partnership between Ghana Post and the passport office is expected to enhance the overall passport application experience. Citizens can expect to receive their documents safely and efficiently, thanks to the reliable services of Ghana Post. The launch of the new chip-embedded passport was held at the passport office headquarters in Accra, with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, in attendance.
Ruth Abla ADJORLOLO
