Ghana

7.8 - Expedited shipments

Articles	7.8.1 (a), (b), (c), (d), (e), (f), (g), (h) – 7.8.2 (a), (b), (c), (d) – 7.8.3 View measure text
Indicative date of implementation	22 August 2020
Definitive date of implementation	22 March 2024
Extension of time	Request received 23 May 2022 Original definitive date 22 September 2022 New date requested 22 March 2024 Date approved 22 March 2024 Reason Additional time is needed to secure the following: Support to review existing procedures in relation to expedited shipments to take into consideration institutions and regulatory agencies such as Plant Protection and Regulatory Services Directorate (PPRSD) of Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA), Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) etc. Support for carrying out training and capacity building initiative by the Courier Team (Single Window platform operator/s for both old and new stakeholders; and Support to establish a Customs laboratory at the cargo terminal (cargo handlers) and upgrade of PPRSD laboratory equipment. Committee approval: Approved Link to notification G/TFA/N/GHA/1/Add.2
Assistance required for implementation	Support to review existing procedures in relation to expedited shipments to take into consideration institutions and regulatory agencies such as Plant Protection and Regulatory Services Directorate (PPRSD) of Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA), Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) etc. Support for carrying out training and capacity building initiative by the Courier Team (Single Window platform operator/s for both old and new stakeholders; and Support to establish a Customs laboratory at the cargo terminal (cargo handlers) Tags: Legislative and regulatory framework, Infrastructure and equipment, Institutional procedures, Human resources and training
Donor / Agency	To be determined Implemented with own resources
Progress reported	14 October 2024 — G/TFA/N/GHA/4 There are several different processes or procedures in place to facilitate shipments expeditiously. This involves all regulatory border agencies and includes relevant procedures at land borders, seaports and at the international airport. All processes are fully outlined on the ICUMS platform. This was validated during meetings with private sector representatives who confirm that expedited shipments processes are available for use. On this basis, Ghana is satisfied that it has met the requirements of this measure.

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