External Company (Branch Office)
For foreign entities looking to operate in Ghana.
Overview
An External Company is a body corporate formed outside Ghana which has an established place of business in Ghana. Unlike incorporating a local subsidiary, this process registers the existing foreign entity as a branch in Ghana.
Requirements
- Local Manager: A resident of Ghana must be appointed to manage operations.
- Local Process Agent: Required to receive legal documents.
- Certified Documents: Constitutional documents from the country of origin must be notarized and certified.
GIPC Registration
Most external companies will also need to register with the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) depending on the nature of their business and capital requirements.