Foreign Affairs Ministry to Fast-Track the Replacement of Lost or Damaged Passports

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced plans to fast track the replacement of passports lost or damaged during this week’s floods that swept through several parts of Ghana, leaving families displaced, properties destroyed and claiming lives.

In a statement issued on Friday, the Ministry expressed sympathy to victims and families affected by the disaster, describing the flooding as devastating. 

It said 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,” it added.

According the release, the Ministry requests individuals whose passports were lost or damaged during the flooding incident to contact them from Friday 3rd to Friday 17th July, 2026 on 055 936 8563.

It noted that affected persons calling the dedicated number should kindly provide the following information: Name, Date of Birth and Gender as contained in the lost or damaged passports.

The Ministry said callers should also include their phone numbers for easy access.

“We intend to replace all lost and damaged passports within a week,” it said.

The Ministry stated that, it stands in solidarity with all affected persons during this difficult period and remains committed to playing its role in supporting government’s recovery efforts.

Joyce Adwoa Animia Ocran, ISD