Ablakwa Announces Second Ashanti Passport Application Centre for Mampong
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced a second Passport Application Centre in Mampong, Ashanti Region, to open by Q1 2027.
In Brief
- •Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced a second Passport Application Centre in Mampong, Ashanti Region, to open by Q1 2027.
- •The new centre will be equipped with vehicles and new equipment, and existing centres will be refurbished nationwide.
- •The decision is driven by Ashanti Region’s population and aims to reduce staff pressure, improve convenience for applicants and create jobs.
- •Ghana already has three PACs in Greater Accra; the new centre will bring Ashanti’s total to two and is part of a broader reform to establish PACs in all 16 regions.
Why It Matters
The expansion of passport services to Mampong is part of Ghana’s effort to make travel documentation more accessible and efficient. By reducing wait times and spreading services across regions, the government seeks to support economic activity, tourism, and employment while reinforcing the integrity of passport issuance.
Key Details
- Announcement Date
- 2026-10-15
- Minister
- Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa
- New Centre Location
- Mampong, Ashanti Region
- Target Opening
- Q1 2027
- Existing PACs in Greater Accra
- 3
- Reforms
- 30% fee reduction, free & expedited delivery, electronic tracking
Context & Background
Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been rolling out passport reforms, including fee reductions, free and expedited delivery, and an electronic tracking system, with the goal of establishing a Passport Application Centre in every region.
What To Watch
Opening of the Mampong Passport Application Centre in Q1 2027
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