The National Identification Authority (NIA), in collaboration with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), wishes to inform the public that the nationwide Ghana Card registration exercise for Ghanaian children aged 6-14 years will commence in the Upper West and Savannah Regions on Thursday, 12″ November 2026. This follows the successful completion of the exercise in the Volta Region, Oti Region, Northern Region, Upper East Region and North-East Region.

As with the previous phase, registration teams will move from school to school, both public and private, to ensure extensive coverage. Registration will take place daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Children within the 6 – 14 age bracket who do not attend school may visit any designated registration centre or school within their locality to register.

Parents and guardians are required to present the child’s original Birth Certificate, valid Ghanaian Passport, or Certificate of Acquired Citizenship. Where these documents are unavailable, a parent, relative, or legal guardian may complete an Oath of Identity form. For children without known relatives, two Social Welfare Officers responsible for the wellbeing of the child may vouch for the child under oath.

Parents and guardians are also encouraged to present the child’s NHIS card or NHIS number where available. Persons presenting children for registration must be Ghanaian, at least 18 years of age, of sound mind, and in possession of a valid Ghana Card.

The NIA urges all parents, guardians, school authorities, traditional leaders, and community stakeholders within the Upper West and Savannah Regions to support and participate in the exercise.

The Authority further reminds the public that providing false information or facilitating the registration of a non-Ghanaian constitutes an offence and is punishable under the law. The NIA remains committed to delivering secure, inclusive, and reliable national identity system for all Ghanaians.

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11h November 2026

Signed,
Williams Ampomah Emmanuel Darlas
Head, Corporate Affairs Directorate – NIA