Government agencies
Find the right agency, in the right order Customs, standards, ports and export bodies in 28 countries, each linked to its official site.
Browse by country 28 countries and 146 agencies. Each country has its own profile with the full list.
Ghana 12 agencies
Customs · Export promotion · Standards and testing · +5 more
Nigeria 6 agencies
Customs · Export promotion · Standards and testing · +3 more
Kenya 6 agencies
Customs · Standards and testing · Trade ministry · +3 more
Côte d'Ivoire 5 agencies
Customs · Standards and testing · Ports and shipping · +2 more
Senegal 4 agencies
Customs · Export promotion · Ports and shipping · +1 more
South Africa 5 agencies
Customs · Trade ministry · Standards and testing
Egypt 5 agencies
Customs · Standards and testing · Investment · +1 more
Morocco 6 agencies
Customs · Investment · Food and drug · +2 more
Ethiopia 6 agencies
Customs · Investment · Standards and testing · +3 more
Tanzania 6 agencies
Customs · Standards and testing · Export promotion · +3 more
Rwanda 5 agencies
Customs · Investment · Standards and testing · +2 more
Show all 28 countries Agencies in Ghana 12 agencies
01 Ghana Revenue Authority, Customs Division Clears goods in and out, collects duties and runs the customs declaration system.
Export Import
When you need it Before the cargo reaches the port.
Most asked Where do I file the export declaration? In the national customs system (ICUMS), usually through a licensed customs broker.02 Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) Helps exporters register, find buyers and meet market rules.
Export promotion
When you need it When you are looking for buyers or export support.
Most asked Who helps me find buyers abroad? The export promotion agency. Many run trade missions, buyer lists and market guides.03 Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) Helps exporters register, find buyers and meet market rules.
Export Licence
When you need it Before you buy or contract cocoa for export.
Most asked Can I export cocoa without COCOBOD? No. Cocoa can only be exported once it is graded and sealed and COCOBOD has authorised the export in writing.Most asked across countries Common questions on every route, and the agency that usually answers each.
Who issues the certificate of origin? Usually the national chamber of commerce. For trade-deal rates, customs may check or countersign it.
Certificate of origin issuer Who checks that my product meets the standard? The national standards body or conformity regulator. Some markets need its mark before goods clear.
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China Customs · Certificate of origin issuer · Standards and testing · +1 more
India 6 agencies
Customs · Trade ministry · Standards and testing · +3 more
Vietnam 4 agencies
Customs · Trade ministry · Export promotion
Indonesia 3 agencies
Customs · Food and drug
Singapore 6 agencies
Customs · Export promotion · Food and drug · +2 more
Malaysia 5 agencies
Customs · Export promotion · Investment · +2 more
Türkiye 5 agencies
Customs · Standards and testing · Investment · +2 more
United Arab Emirates 4 agencies
Customs · Standards and testing · Certificate of origin issuer
Saudi Arabia 5 agencies
Customs · Standards and testing · Food and drug · +2 more
United Kingdom 5 agencies
Customs · Trade ministry · Food and drug · +1 more
Germany 5 agencies
Customs · Trade ministry · Investment · +2 more
Netherlands 5 agencies
Customs · Export promotion · Food and drug · +2 more
France 4 agencies
Customs · Export promotion · Standards and testing · +1 more
United States 5 agencies
Customs · Food and drug · Export promotion · +1 more
Canada 5 agencies
Customs · Food and drug · Export promotion · +2 more
Brazil 5 agencies
Customs · Trade ministry · Export promotion · +2 more
Mexico 4 agencies
Customs · Trade ministry · Food and drug
04 Quality Control Company, Ghana Cocoa Board Sets product standards and runs testing, inspection and conformity checks.
Export Testing
When you need it At the depot, and again just before shipment.
Most asked Who grades the beans? QCC samples, grades and seals each lot, then check-samples every consignment again before it ships.05 Plant Protection and Regulatory Services Directorate (MoFA) Licenses and inspects food, drugs, plants or animal products crossing the border.
Export Testing
When you need it Once the consignment is ready to inspect.
Most asked Who issues the phytosanitary certificate? This directorate, after it inspects the consignment against the buying country's plant health rules.06 Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry Issues certificates of origin and certifies export documents.
Export
When you need it When the invoice and packing list are ready.
Most asked Who issues the certificate of origin? The Chamber issues EUR, GSP, ECOWAS and non-preferential certificates. Customs then checks them.07 Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority Runs or regulates the ports where cargo is loaded and discharged.
Export Import
When you need it When the cargo is delivered for loading.
Most asked Which ports ship cocoa? Tema and Takoradi, both run by the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority.08 Ghana Standards Authority Sets product standards and runs testing, inspection and conformity checks.
Standards and testing
When you need it Before the goods are cleared, if the market requires a mark or a test.
Most asked Who checks that my product meets the standard? The national standards body or conformity regulator. Some markets need its mark before goods clear.09 Food and Drugs Authority Licenses and inspects food, drugs, plants or animal products crossing the border.
Food and drug
When you need it Before food, medicines or farm goods are shipped.
Most asked Who licenses food, medicines and plant products? A food and drug authority for processed food and medicines. A plant or animal health office for raw farm goods.10 Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPA) Registers and supports foreign investors and joint ventures.
Investment
When you need it When you are setting up or investing in the country.
Most asked Who do I talk to about investing or setting up? The investment promotion agency. It explains incentives, registration and approvals.11 Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Sets trade policy, licences and trade remedies.
Trade ministry
When you need it When you need trade policy or a government introduction.
Most asked Who sets trade policy? The trade ministry sets the rules and can point you to the office that issues a permit.12 Ghana Shippers' Authority Runs or regulates the ports where cargo is loaded and discharged.
Export Import
When you need it If you dispute a freight or port charge.
Most asked Who do I contact about unfair port charges? The Ghana Shippers' Authority takes complaints from shippers and can step in.Who licenses food, medicines and plant products? A food and drug authority for processed food and medicines. A plant or animal health office for raw farm goods.
Food and drug Where do I file the customs declaration? With the customs authority, usually through a licensed broker and the national single window.
Customs Who helps me find buyers abroad? The export promotion agency. Many run trade missions, buyer lists and market guides.
Export promotion Who do I talk to about investing or setting up? The investment promotion agency. It explains incentives, registration and approvals.
Investment 
