Ghana (GH)
Ghana is one of West Africa's most attractive expat bases: English-speaking, politically stable, culturally warm and increasingly connected to the global African diaspora.
Digital Services
Digital ID, e-government and essential apps in Ghana.
Ghana Card / Non-Citizen Ghana Card
National identity number used for SIM registration, banking, tax, permits and many formal services. Foreign residents use the non-citizen version.
How to get it: Apply through National Identification Authority/Foreigners Identification Management System channels with passport and residence basis.
E-Government Portal
https://www.ghana.gov.ghDigital services are improving but not fully integrated. Keep paper receipts and screenshots after every online payment.
Essential Apps
ExpatCheapRent
FreeExpat-focused cheap rental finder at expatcheaprent.com — compares listings across major rental portals to help newcomers find affordable apartments.
Meqasa
FreeGhana's #1 real estate portal — 14,000+ verified rental listings across Accra, Kumasi and Tema, from agents and private landlords.
GhanaPostGPS
FreeDigital address codes used for delivery and official location descriptions.
MTN MoMo
FreeDominant mobile money wallet for daily payments.
Telecel Cash
FreeMobile money wallet for Telecel users.
MyNHIS
FreeNHIS registration/renewal and membership services.
GRA Taxpayers Portal
FreeTax filing/payment portal for GRA services.
ECG PowerApp
FreeElectricity purchases and outage/customer-service tools.
Bolt
FreeWidely used ride-hailing app.
Uber
FreeRide-hailing in Accra and selected areas.
Yango
FreeCompetitive ride-hailing option.
Glovo/Jumia
FreeFood/grocery/retail delivery depending on area.
Default messenger for offices, landlords, schools, drivers and community groups across Ghana — essential for day-to-day life in Accra and beyond.
A Ghana SIM and mobile money wallet are practical necessities. Protect SIM cards and wallet PINs carefully because SIM-swap and MoMo fraud are common.