---
type: country
domain: crypto-regulation
status: stable
tags: ["crypto-regulation", "africa_west", "fatf", "legal"]
aliases: ["GH", "GHA"]
created: 2026-09-06
updated: 2025-10-15
compile_into: ["[[country--ghana]]"]
sources:
  - name: "Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana"
    url: "https://sec.gov.gh"
    type: "official"
  - name: "Bank of Ghana"
    url: "https://www.bog.gov.gh"
    type: "official"
---

# 🇬🇭 [[country--ghana|Ghana]] (GH) — Crypto Regulation

> Ghana has a clear regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, governed primarily by the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154). The Securities and Exchange Commission actively oversees the market, issuing public notices and warnings to protect investors.

## Overview

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Status | Legal |
| Risk Score | 25/100 (Low Risk) |
| Enforcement Level | Low |
| Region | [[domain--africa|africa west]] |
| Currency | [[entity--ghs|GHS]] |
| Adoption Rank | #25 |

## Tax

| Type | Rate |
|------|------|
| VAT on Crypto | No |

## Licensing

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Required | Yes |
| Regulator | [[entity--sec-ghana|SEC Ghana]] / BOG |
| Framework | Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154) |
| Ease | medium |
| Cost | $10,000 - $75,000 |
| Timeline | 3-12 months |

Licensing is mandatory for virtual asset service providers under Act 1154, with active enforcement by the SEC.

## AML / KYC

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| KYC Required | Yes |
| Travel Rule | Yes |
| [[concept--fatf|FATF]] Member | Yes |
| FATF Status | compliant |

## DeFi

**Status:** regulated

DeFi activities fall under the regulatory scope of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, requiring compliance with licensing and AML rules.

## Stablecoins

**Status:** regulated

Stablecoins are regulated under the general virtual asset framework established by the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act.

## NFTs

**Status:** no_rules

No NFT-specific regulation exists in Ghana.

## Mining

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Legal | Yes |
| Electricity Cost | $0.1/kWh |
| Renewable Energy | 40% |
| Climate | tropical |
| Infrastructure | fair |

Mining is legal with moderate electricity costs and a significant share of renewable energy. Infrastructure is developing but not yet excellent.

## Geopolitics

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Stability | stable |
| Sanctions | No |
| Corruption Index | 43/100 |
| Ease of Business | moderate |
| Internet Freedom | free |
| Banking Access | moderate |
| Sanctions Programs Active | No |

## Enforcement

BOG and SEC have issued consumer warnings about crypto risks. Limited enforcement actions against specific platforms.

## CBDC

| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Status | pilot |
| Name | E-cedi |
| Authority | The Bank of Ghana |
| Type | retail |

## FAQ

### Is cryptocurrency legal in Ghana?

Ghana has a clear regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies, governed primarily by the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154). The Securities and Exchange Commission actively oversees the market, issuing public notices and warnings to protect investors.

### What is the FATF status of Ghana?

Ghana is classified by FATF as: compliant.

### Are VASPs licensed in Ghana?

Yes, licensing is required for VASPs.

### What is the AML/KYC regime in Ghana?

KYC is mandatory for crypto businesses.

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*Data source: [Soken Crypto Legal Map](https://soken.dev/crypto-map/). Last reviewed: 2026-09-06.*

**Sources:**
- [Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana](https://sec.gov.gh)
- [Bank of Ghana](https://www.bog.gov.gh)