Global HR Compliance in Ghana

Expanding your business into Ghana requires a nuanced understanding of local employment law, workforce dynamics, and administrative obligations. With Acumen International as your Global Employer of Record (EOR), you gain the ability to hire local or foreign talent in Ghana without setting up a legal entity.

We help international employers:

• Hire full-time local employees or expatriates compliantly
• Manage monthly payroll, tax, and statutory contributions
• Handle onboarding, benefits, and HR documentation
• Stay fully compliant with Ghanaian labour regulations
• Reduce risks and costs associated with local entity setup.

Why Companies Hire in Ghana

Specialised Capabilities for Niche Sectors

Ghana has a growing base of highly skilled professionals in renewable energy, fintech, agritech, and telecommunications. These sectors often require local expertise and market fluency.

Regional Access Point

Ghana’s location and political stability make it a strategic base for companies looking to expand into West Africa without committing to more volatile jurisdictions.

Lower Operational Costs

While not the cheapest destination, Ghana offers a good balance between professional talent availability and competitive employment costs compared to mature markets.

Benefits of Using an Employer of Record in Ghana

• Enter the Market Without Local Incorporation
  Avoid the delays and expense of setting up a Ghanaian entity. We serve as your legal employer, enabling immediate onboarding.
• Reduce Legal and Payroll Complexity
  We take responsibility for compliance with Ghana’s employment laws, including tax, pension, and social security obligations.
• Minimise Employment Risks
  From misclassification to wrongful termination claims, we absorb the employment risk so you can focus on business growth.
• Build a Committed Workforce
  Our EOR model fosters long-term employment relationships. Unlike contractor arrangements, your team works solely for you.
• Adapt to Local Practices Without Guesswork
  From allowable leave policies to statutory contributions, we ensure your employment practices align with Ghanaian expectations.

Global Payroll Calculator

The Global Payroll Calculator helps you estimate total employment costs in Ghana with speed and accuracy.

• Break down gross-to-net salary, employer tax liabilities, and social contributions
• Compare costs across countries
• Model different employment scenarios, including local vs expat hires

Use this tool to plan your budgets confidently and ensure your Ghana workforce strategy aligns with cost, compliance, and hiring timelines.

Employment in Ghana: What You Should Know

Contracts of Employment

For contracts exceeding six months, employers must issue a written agreement within two months of start. This must outline the job description, wages, working hours, notice periods, leave entitlements, and social security.

Working Hours

The legal maximum is 8 hours per day and 40 hours per week. Employees are entitled to two consecutive days of rest each week.

Probation Period

There is no statutory limit on probation periods, but they are typically outlined in collective agreements or contracts.

Leave Entitlements

• Annual Leave: 15 days of paid vacation per year after 12 months of continuous service.
• Public Holidays: 11 recognised national holidays.
• Sick Leave: No fixed provision, but time off is granted based on medical certification and paid per company policy.
• Maternity Leave: 12 weeks paid at full salary, with an additional 2 weeks for multiple births.
• Paternity Leave: Not currently mandated by law.

Overtime and Compensation

No fixed legal rate, but common practice is:

• 150% of regular pay for overtime on weekdays
• 200% for work on rest days or holidays

Minimum Wage

As of the latest update, the national minimum wage is GHS 9.68 per day. This is subject to annual revision by the National Tripartite Committee.

Termination and Notice

Written notice or pay in lieu is required:

• 7 days for weekly contracts
• 2 weeks for contracts under 3 years
• 1 month for contracts over 3 years

No statutory severance for individual dismissals, but redundancy compensation applies in restructuring or closures, subject to negotiation with unions or employee representatives.

How Acumen International Can Help You Hire in Ghana

Direct Employment Without a Local Entity

We employ your team in Ghana on your behalf. You manage day-to-day operations; we handle contracts, payroll, tax registration, and employment compliance.

Compliance Without Overhead

We keep your business aligned with Ghana’s evolving labour laws and ensure all reporting, contributions, and entitlements are fulfilled on time.

Flexible Support for Strategic Hiring

Whether you’re hiring a single expat or building a local team, we tailor our solution to fit your growth stage and resource model.

Integrated Global Employment Infrastructure

With our unified global platform, you gain one point of control for employment, payroll, and compliance across Ghana and 190+ countries.

Global Mobility Support

Need to relocate staff into or out of Ghana? We manage immigration procedures, visa applications, and work permits, keeping your cross-border employment compliant and frictionless.