Welcome to
National Identification Authority (NIA)
Delivering exceptional identity services through a digitalized ecosystem for the
promotion of safety, security, good governance and development in a trusted
Ghanaian society
Institutional/Household Registration Services
The Mobile Registration and Card Issuance Service is available to Institutions, Organizations, Households and Individuals for a minimum of seven (7) Ghanaian applicants.
The exercise is limited to new registrations and does not extend to Card Replacement and Update of Personal Information services.
The Ghana Card
Features Of
The Ghana Card
Aluminum Watermark
Dual Interface Chip Module
UV Printing
ECOWAS Logo
Embedded 148k Chip
E-Passport Symbol
About Us
National Identification Authority (NIA)
The National Identification Authority (NIA) is a statutory body established by the National Identification Authority Act, 2006 (Act 707), to create, maintain, provide and promote the use of national identity cards commonly known as Ghana Cards for the advancement of economic, political and social activities in Ghana.
Meet The Executive Secretary
Mr. Wisdom Kwaku Deku
Wisdom Kwaku Deku is an accomplished IT leader with a wealth of experience in cybersecurity, systems analysis, and IT strategy spanning over 15 years. Having served as a Head of Systems Administration at the National Identification Authority, he played a vital role in spearheading the implementation of National Identity System (NIS) guaranteeing the integrity and dependability of the national identification infrastructure.
Dedicated to harnessing technology for process optimization, increased operational efficiency, and robust security measures, Mr. Deku is driven by a commitment to aligning IT strategies with organizational objectives to drive growth, innovation, and substantial societal impact.
Registration Statistics
Registration Statistics as at 13th July 2026
20,038,503
Ghanaians Enrolled
19,937,597
Cards Printed
19,217,710
Cards Issued
User Agencies
Institutions that have been onboarded onto the National Identification System (NIS)
for data harmonization and integration purposes
Ghanaians Aged 6-14
Registration Centres
Registration Centres
Latest Updates
News & Insights
COURTESY CALL & STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT With Ghanaian Community in London Join the engagement via: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/399211180589077?p=NOaJBWHQuQDBKEwgdQ Meeting ID: 399 211 180 589 077 Passcode: Xr2fy6oV #IdentityManagement #ghanacard #nationalidentificationauthority #nia #onenationoneghanacard
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Register for the Ghana Card now!
Join millions of Ghanaians and eligible foreigners who are already using the Ghana Card for their day-to-day transactions.