NIA Announces New Ghana Card Fees Effective February 2026

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced new fees for Ghana Card services, set to take effect on February 2, 2026. Under the revised fee structure, first-time adult registration for individuals under 25 will cost GH¢30, while the fee for card replacement will be GH¢200. This adjustment follows parliamentary approval under the Fees and Charges (Miscellaneous Provisions) Regulations and is the first fee change since 2023. The NIA stated that the increase is necessary to cover rising costs associated with technology, cybersecurity, and logistics. Additionally, fees for foreign nationals will be pegged in dollars, with first-time registration priced at $120 and annual renewal at $78. The NIA underscores the importance of the Ghana Card for accessing various public services and urges the public to avoid unauthorized fees by utilizing only official channels for payments at NIA registration centers.