Foreign Affairs Ministry Introduces Fast-Track Passport Replacement For Flood Victims

Jul 3, 2026 - 14:01

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Foreign Affairs Ministry Introduces Fast-Track Passport Replacement For Flood Victims

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced an expedited process for replacing passports lost or damaged during the recent floods as the government intensifies efforts to support victims affected by the disaster.

In a statement issued on Friday, July 3, the Ministry expressed condolences to families who lost loved ones and solidarity with all those affected by the flooding that submerged parts of Accra and other communities earlier this week.

According to the Ministry, many Ghanaians lost or had their passports damaged during the floods, prompting the introduction of a fast-track replacement process.

“The Ministry recognises that due to the floods many Ghanaians may have either lost their passports or had them damaged. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has decided to implement an expedited replacement of lost and damaged Ghanaian passports as a result of the floods,” the statement said.

The initiative forms part of the government's broader response to the disaster, following directives from President John Dramani Mahama to support affected households and restore essential public services.

Under the arrangement, affected persons are required to contact the ministry through a dedicated hotline, 055 936 8563, between Friday, July 3, and Friday, July 17, 2026.

Applicants will be required to provide their full name, date of birth, gender as captured on the lost passport, and a reachable telephone number to facilitate the replacement process.

The Ministry assured the public that replacement passports will be processed within one week after applicants complete the required procedures.

The flooding, which began on June 28 and intensified the following day, caused widespread destruction across parts of the Greater Accra Region, destroying homes, businesses and personal documents, while also claiming several lives.

The passport replacement initiative adds to a series of government interventions aimed at assisting flood victims as recovery efforts continue across affected communities.

The Ministry said the expedited process is intended to ease the burden on victims and enable them to replace their travel documents without unnecessary delays as they rebuild their lives.