The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) Customs Division has cautioned travelers arriving in the country against carrying more than two mobile phones, warning that additional devices could be treated as commercial imports.
GRA Customs Commissioner Aaron Kanor explained that travelers should not bring more than two mobile phones into the country for personal use.
According to him, any traveler arriving at the airport with more than two phones could be required to account for the additional devices, as Customs may consider them to be intended for commercial purposes.
“Travelers should not bring more than two phones into the country; anything beyond that will be considered commercial importation at the Airport,” he said.
The warning is expected to affect travelers who frequently return to Ghana with multiple mobile devices, particularly those who purchase phones abroad for relatives, friends or other individuals.
The Customs Division is responsible for enforcing Ghana’s customs laws at the country’s ports of entry, including the assessment and collection of duties and taxes on imported goods.
The latest directive highlights the distinction between personal belongings carried by travelers and goods that may be regarded as commercial consignments.
Travelers who intend to bring several mobile phones into Ghana are therefore being advised to familiarise themselves with the applicable customs requirements before travelling.
The caution also comes amid increasing international travel and the growing practice of purchasing electronic devices abroad, where prices may sometimes be lower than those available in Ghana.
While passengers may travel with personal electronic devices, Customs officials have the authority to examine items being brought into the country and determine whether they qualify as personal effects or commercial imports.
Travelers with goods that fall outside personal-use allowances may therefore be required to make the necessary declarations and comply with applicable customs procedures.
The GRA has urged passengers to ensure that they understand the rules governing items brought into Ghana to avoid delays or other challenges at the airport.
The warning from Commissioner Aaron Kanor serves as a reminder to travelers that carrying multiple identical or similar electronic devices could attract additional scrutiny from Customs officials upon arrival.
Passengers are consequently encouraged to seek clarification from the Customs Division where they are uncertain about the requirements applicable to their luggage or imported goods.
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Source: Thepressradio.com
