The government of Ghana plans to allow import duty exemptions for individuals and entities importing electric vehicles (EVs) as part of the National Electronic Vehicle Policy framework.
Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, announced this in Parliament, stating that his Ministry will collaborate with the Ministry of Finance to amend the Value Added Tax Act and other relevant legislations to ensure tax waivers on EV importation.
According to him, the policy will be implemented in phases, with the first phase starting from 2024 to 2026, involving the rollout of solar systems in public buildings and charging points for EVS.
The Ministry has already begun nationwide sensitization and awareness creation to promote EV usage, with sensitization events held in 13 regions, and hopes to complete the campaign in the remaining three regions by mid-2026.
Cars in Ghana, particularly those that are imported, are frequently subject to VAT at the port of entry, which can affect availability and price. However, Act 1107 allows an import VAT waiver on electric vehicles for public transportation, and not privately owned ones. Additionally, the zero-rate concession for locally manufactured textiles and assembled vehicles under the Ghana Automotive Development Programme has been extended until 31 December 2025.
The use of EVs in Ghana will enhance its contribution to global climate resilience and promote environmental sustainability, and tax waivers will go a long way to help electric vehicle owners, especially since Ghana is making a big move to integrate EVs into the automobile space.
