Regulatory Requirements to Start a Business in Ghana
- The Trade Adviser
- Jun 24, 2024
- 1 min read
Updated: Jun 4
Starting a business in Ghana involves navigating a comprehensive set of regulatory requirements. This guide covers everything from choosing the appropriate business entity to understanding the necessary registrations and permits. Ensuring compliance with these regulations is critical for the successful establishment and operation of your business in Ghana.
1. Types of Business Entities
Ghana offers several business structures, each with distinct characteristics and regulatory implications:
1.1 Sole Proprietorship
Description: A simple business structure owned and managed by one person.
Liability: The owner has unlimited personal liability for business debts.
Regulatory Resource: For more details, refer to the Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) website: ORC.
