Ghana Immigration Service Salary and Ranks
Ghana Immigration Service Salary and Ranks
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) operates with a structured hierarchy from the least senior to the most senior positions. Here is the hierarchical listing:
- Assistant Immigration Control Officer II
- Assistant Immigration Control Officer I
- Immigration Control Officer
- Assistant Inspector
- Inspector
- Assistant Superintendent of Immigration
- Deputy Superintendent of Immigration
- Superintendent of Immigration
- Chief Superintendent of Immigration
- Assistant Commissioner of Immigration
- Deputy Commissioner of Immigration
- Commissioner of Immigration
- Deputy Comptroller-General of Immigration
- Comptroller-General of Immigration
The GIS, under the Ministry of Interior, oversees visa regulation, entry, and residence permit processes in Ghana. Employees’ salaries are determined by the Single Spine Salary Structure (SSSS) implemented Single Spine Salary Structure for Public Sector Workers, varying according to rank. Generally, higher-ranking positions receive higher salaries.
How much does Ghana Immigration Service pay WASSCE recruit
The salary range for GIS employees is approximately Ghc 2,500 or higher per month. Graduates typically earn more than those with WASSCE or SSCE qualifications.
With the Single Spine salary Structure, Ghana Immigration Officers with years of experience can earn more than GHS 15,680 per month.
Other Allowances and incentive are also given.
Applicants interested in joining the Ghana Immigration Service must meet specific criteria:
Ghana Immigration Service Recruitment portal
For Graduate Entry:
- Ghanaian citizenship without a criminal record
- A bachelor’s degree from an accredited university
- Completion of National Service
- Age between 21 and 35 years
- Physical and medical fitness
- Good character with no bond obligations
- Minimum height of 1.73 meters for males and 1.63 meters for females
For Non-Graduate Entry (Recruits):
- Ghanaian citizenship without a criminal record
- SSSCE/WASSCE Certificate with five passes including English OR Maths
- Age between 18 and 30 years
- Physical and medical fitness
- Good character with no bond obligations
- Minimum height of 1.73 meters for males and 1.63 meters for females
Applicants typically apply for recruitment through the annual Ghana Immigration Service Enlistment, as announced on the service’s website and reputable media platforms. The application process involves purchasing an Electronic Voucher from GCB Bank Ltd branches nationwide.
For roles such as Airport Immigration Officer in the United States, candidates require an undergraduate degree or one year of security-related experience. Additional requirements include a valid driver’s license, U.S. citizenship, passing a drug test, and a clean criminal background check.
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