The Ministry of the Interior, in collaboration with the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President, has announced the resumption of vetting for applicants under the “Historic Diaspora Community” citizenship initiative.
In a press release dated February 10, 2026, the Ministry stated that applicants will be scheduled in batches for vetting at the Dubois Centre in Cantonments, Accra, beginning February 11, 2026. Prospective applicants are advised to wait for official notification of their vetting dates to avoid overcrowding.
The Ministry acknowledged that, due to the high volume of applications and the limited timeframe ahead of the ceremonial swearing-in scheduled for March 5, 2026, not all applicants may be accommodated in this initial phase.
However, authorities assured that the citizenship process remains open online at and that no qualified applicant will be disadvantaged. “The Government of Ghana is committed to granting citizenship to all eligible applicants as part of its ongoing diaspora engagement initiatives,” the statement emphasized.
The announcement follows a temporary suspension of the application process for historical diasporans, announced on February 1, 2026. At the time, the Ministry and Diaspora Affairs Office explained that the pause was intended to streamline the process, improve accessibility, and enhance the overall experience for applicants worldwide. They stressed that the suspension did not signal a withdrawal of Ghana’s commitment to welcoming members of the global African family, but rather a step to introduce improvements for a smoother application process.
Authorities further assured applicants that revised timelines and updated guidelines would be shared through official channels and thanked them for their patience and cooperation during the review period.
The citizenship pathway for historical diasporans has been a cornerstone of Ghana’s broader diaspora engagement agenda, building on initiatives such as the Year of Return and Beyond the Return. Officials confirmed that vetting and the application process will continue as planned once the improvements are fully implemented.
