GENERAL METHODS OF REPATRIATION OF A DEAD BODY TO GHANA

Embalming by US standard method
Use of Hermetically sealed casket
Use of all wood outer shipping container
The visa may be granted for single or multiple entry.

DOCUMENTS TO BE SUBMITTED FOR AUTHENTICATION (FEE $50:00)

Note: All documents submitted must be in triplicate (Original and two photocopies)

Certified copy of death certificate
Locally issued burial and /or transit permit
Embalmers’ (non-contagious) affidavit
non-contagious disease letter from local health authority
Photocopy of passport
Documents mailed should include a self-addressed, trackable and stamped return envelope

MAILING ADDRESS:
Embassy of Ghana,
3512 International Drive, NW,
Washington DC 20008
Phone # (202) 686-4520,
Fax# (202)244-2280.

CREMATED REMAINS

Certified copy of the death certificate
Cremation certificate
Hermetically sealed container

MAILING ADDRESS:
Embassy of Ghana,
3512 International Drive, NW,
Washington DC 20008
Phone # (202) 686-4520,
Fax# (202)244-2280.