Shipping to Ghana
Qube Cargo delivers anything, anywhere. Whether it’s across the next town or around the world, we ensure fast and dependable service. Our top priority is making sure your items reach their destination on time, every time.
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Freight to Ghana by sea and air
Ghana is one of West Africa’s most stable and fastest-growing economies, with strong demand for machinery, vehicles, food and consumer goods. Qube Cargo ships to Accra, Kumasi, Tema, Takoradi and across Ghana by sea and air, with container services into Tema, West Africa’s busiest port.
For urgent cargo, we arrange air freight into Accra. We make sure the cargo tracking certificate and documents are ready before your goods are loaded.
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Shipping to Ghana
Ghana at a glance
Watch out for: sea freight to Ghana needs a cargo tracking certificate (SPN) before loading, and some products, such as food and cosmetics, must be registered with Ghana's Food and Drugs Authority.
Ghana Freight Forwarders
At Qube Cargo, we can help you with all your freight forwarding to and from Ghana. Many people use our cost-effective freight services to Ghana to take advantage of our years of experience and unrivalled local knowledge.
We have a huge global network, and you can trust us to get your delivery where it needs to go quickly and safely.
We offer a completely bespoke service for individuals and businesses. Whatever you need to send to Ghana, from a small parcel to a large item of machinery, we’ve got you covered by land, sea and air.
Make Qube your logistics partner for all your deliveries to and from Ghana.
Did you know...
- Ghana is located along the Gulf of Guinea in West Africa, making it an important hub for trade and shipping routes in the region.
- Ghana has two main seaports:
- Tema Port: The largest and busiest port, located in the Greater Accra Region. It handles about 80% of the country’s seaborne cargo.
- Takoradi Port: Located in the Western Region, primarily serving the export of minerals such as manganese, bauxite, and timber.
- The Tema Port operates as a freeport, allowing goods to be imported, stored, and re-exported with simplified customs procedures and tax exemptions.
- In recent years, Ghana has invested significantly in modernising its port infrastructure, including a $1.5 billion expansion of Tema Port, aiming to boost its container-handling capacity.
- Ghana’s ports connect to various international shipping routes, with frequent services to Europe, Asia, and North America.
Trust Qube with Your Ghana Freight
Need to send something to Ghana? Known as the “Gateway to Africa” due to its central location on the continent’s Atlantic coast, Ghana is a nation of rich history, cultural diversity, and natural beauty. Ghana’s history is deeply intertwined with the transatlantic slave trade and the ancient empires of West Africa, such as the Ashanti Empire.
It gained independence from British colonial rule in 1957, becoming one of the first African countries to do so. The nation’s culture is a vibrant tapestry of various ethnic groups, languages, and traditions. Ghana is celebrated for its music, including highlife and hiplife genres, as well as its colourful festivals and dances. The country’s natural wonders, from the tropical rainforests of Kakum National Park to the savannahs of Mole National Park, offer unique experiences for wildlife enthusiasts and adventurers. With a commitment to democracy and stability, Ghana continues to thrive as a shining example of progress in West Africa.
We will carry out your haulage to Ghana or back to the UK quickly and securely. We will provide guidance on paperwork and clearing customs, so you won’t have to worry about a thing.
We Never Say No
The thing you have to know about Qube is that we never say no. Our vast experience, years of knowledge and extensive skills means we can take on anything. We work closely with our network in Ghana to ensure your item gets to its destination safely. Do you need a small package delivered by hand to a remote Ghanaian village? We can do that.
We are always happy to take on the challenge. We think outside the Qube, so if you need more than the standard shipping providers can offer, you’re in the right place. Qube go above and beyond by offering an efficient, safe service, and our friendly team is always here to help.
Shipping to Ghana FAQs
Typically 15–22 days port to port to Tema. Air freight takes 1–2 days.
It is Ghana’s cargo tracking certificate for sea freight. It must be issued before the goods are loaded.
Yes. The UK–Ghana trade agreement gradually reduces duty on some UK goods. Most goods still pay the ECOWAS common tariff for now.