How to Calculate Import Duty in Ghana

About import duty in Ghana

If you’re importing goods into Ghana, it’s important to know how much import duty you’ll have to pay. Thankfully, you can easily calculate your import duty using the Ghana Trade Hub mobile app. Here are the steps to follow:

Download the Ghana Trade Hub Mobile App

• To get started, download and install the official Ghana Trade Hub mobile app from Google PlayStore or AppleStore.

Click on Duty Calculator

• Once you have the app installed, click on the Duty Calculator option. This will help you calculate the duty amount payable in Ghana cedis.

Select Imported Goods

• Choose the “used vehicle” tab since you’re requesting an import. The second tab is for a different article.

Select the Kind of Goods

• Choose the brand name of the goods you’re importing. For example, if you’re importing a Toyota, select “Toyota” as the make.

Select the Model of the Import

• Choose the model of the goods you’re importing. If you’re importing a Toyota RAV 4, for example, the model name would be RAV 4.

Specify the Year the Products Were Manufactured

• Be sure to specify the exact year the goods were manufactured. This is important because slight variations in manufacturing year can affect the amount of import duty you have to pay.

Press the “Find” Button

• After inputting all the necessary details, press the “Find” button. Make sure to check that the information displayed matches what you inputted.

Select View Duty

• Once you’ve confirmed the details are correct, select the “View Duty” tab. This will display the total duty payable.

Note that Ghana import duty is assessed based on various factors, including volume, weight, or the value of the goods.

In conclusion, using the Ghana Trade Hub mobile app to calculate import duty helps eliminate the need for “connection men” who charge excessive amounts that don’t correspond to the official amount. With this app, you can easily and accurately calculate the amount of import duty you’ll have to pay.

SOURCE: Coverghana.com.gh