Ghana

Mihan Logistics — Your Gateway to the Core West African Market from China to Ghana

Leveraging its deep-rooted network across Africa and precise insight into West African markets, Mihan Logistics delivers efficient, resilient, and fully compliant end-to-end logistics solutions from China to Ghana. As one of West Africa's most politically and economically stable nations, Ghana serves as a critical gateway to the landlocked markets within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Through our established operational expertise at the Port of Tema and Kotoka International Airport in Accra, combined with a robust network of local partners, we help your supply chain effectively navigate local infrastructure and administrative complexities, ensuring a stable entry into this rapidly growing and dynamic consumer and re-export market.

Ocean freight

Dedicated Gateway Operations: We focus on the Port of Tema. Through long-standing relationships and a local team, we effectively mitigate port congestion, prioritize berthing, discharge, and container pickup, significantly reducing port dwell time

Managing Complex Inland Transport: Post-clearance, we arrange flexible trucking to major cities including Accra, Kumasi, and Tamale, and provide cross-border transshipment solutions to landlocked neighbors such as Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.

End-to-End Customs & Fiscal Management: In close partnership with licensed Ghanaian Customs House Agents, we professionally manage Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) declarations, calculation and payment of import duty, Value Added Tax (VAT), National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL), and assist with necessary documentation like the Pre-Arrival Valuation Report (PVR).

Ocean Freight Services: FCL & LCL

We provide direct and regional transshipment services from major Chinese ports to Ghana's primary gateway, catering to diverse cargo requirements.

Port of Loading	Port of Discharge	Estimated Transit Time (Days)	Primary Service Coverage
Shanghai	Port of Tema	35-45	West Africa's largest artificial port, serving the Greater Accra region and the national core market
Ningbo	Port of Tema	38-48	Primary East China route connecting to Ghana's main consumption and distribution centers
Shenzhen	Port of Tema	40-50	Direct and transshipment services from South China, balancing speed and cost
Qingdao	Port of Tema	42-52	Major North China route providing access to inland Ghana and northern neighboring countries
Tianjin	Port of Tema	45-55	Northern gateway route for bulk and project cargo

Air Freight Services

Our air logistics network is centered on Accra's Kotoka International Airport (ACC), providing expedited services to Ghana and the region.

Standard Air Freight: Door-to-door delivery typically within 8-12 working days.

Express Air Freight: Priority service of 5-8 working days available, with weekend delivery possible on key routes.

Service Highlights:

Primary Air Gateway: Dedicated operations at Kotoka International Airport (ACC), one of West Africa's most important aviation hubs with leading cargo terminal efficiency.

High-Value & Sensitive Cargo Corridor: Professional handling for sensitive, high-value goods such as mobile phones, electronics, pharmaceuticals, and precision instruments, including secure transport, temperature control, and prioritized clearance coordination.

National Distribution Network: Leveraging our local operational hub in Accra for rapid last-mile delivery to key cities nationwide post-clearance.

Ghana Customs & Key Import Notes

Ghana's customs procedures are structured but detail-intensive, with strict documentation requirements and a unique fiscal regime requiring expert navigation.

Importer Requirements: Importers must be registered with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), possessing a Tax Identification Number (TIN) and Customs Code.

Primary Taxes & Levies:

Import Duty: Calculated based on the Harmonized System (HS) Code and the ECOWAS Common External Tariff (CET). We assist in evaluating eligibility for preferential trade arrangements.

Value Added Tax (VAT): The standard rate is 15%, plus a 2.5% National Health Insurance Levy (NHIL), resulting in a 17.5% effective rate applied to the CIF value plus duty.

African Union Levy: A 0.2% levy on the CIF value applies to all imports.

Examination & Port Surcharges: Physical customs examinations may incur fees, and various fixed port surcharges apply.

Integrated Logistics Solutions

Stable Capacity & Contracts

Direct contracts with major shipping lines ensure guaranteed base space.
Long-term agreements lock in rates and mitigate market volatility.
Enhance supply chain planning stability and cost control.

Door-to-Door Flat Rate

All costs consolidated into one transparent price.
Coverage across major ports and key inland cities.
Simplify cost accounting with predictable expenses.

Customized Solutions

End-to-end services including customs clearance, warehousing, and distribution.
Tailored insurance and risk control plans based on cargo characteristics.
Optimize the entire supply chain for improved efficiency and security.

Core Service Assurance

Dedicated account managers provide one-on-one support and prompt response.
Real-time visibility and milestone tracking throughout the shipment journey.
Efficient collaboration ensures quick exception handling and information synchronization.