Interior Ministry Announces Vetting of Historic Diaspora Community Citizenship Applicants
The Ministry of the Interior, in collaboration with the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President, has announced the commencement of the vetting process for the granting of Ghanaian citizenship to applicants under the “Historic Diaspora Community” initiative.
According to the Ministry, applicants who fall within this category will be vetted in batches at the W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Centre for Pan-African Culture in Cantonments, Accra, beginning February 11, 2026.
Applicants have been advised not to visit the vetting centre until they receive official notification of their scheduled date from the Ministry, a measure aimed at preventing overcrowding and ensuring a smooth process.
The Ministry acknowledged that the large volume of applications, coupled with the limited timeframe ahead of the ceremonial swearing-in slated for March 5, 2026, means that not all interested persons will be able to participate in the current phase of the process.
However, it assured applicants that the citizenship programme remains ongoing, stressing that registration is still open through the Ministry’s electronic services portal at https://e-services.mint.gov.gh.
“The Government of Ghana remains committed to granting Ghanaian citizenship to all qualified applicants,” the statement noted, adding that no applicant will be disadvantaged as a result of scheduling constraints.
The initiative forms part of Ghana’s broader diaspora engagement strategy, aimed at strengthening ties with people of African descent across the globe.
The Ministry of the Interior encouraged applicants seeking further clarification or information to contact the Ministry through its official communication channels.
