OBJECTIVES OF THE SERVICE
a) To ensure the effective administration and management of migration in the country; and
b) Contribute to national security.
FUNCTIONS OF THE SERVICE
- The Service shall;
a) Subject to existing laws, examine travel document of persons entering or leaving the country through the borders;
b) Ensure the application and enforcement of laws relating to the immigration and employment of non-Ghanaians in the country;
c) Advise on and implement international co-operation agreements with other countries and international organisations on matters relating to migration;
d) Manage and patrol the borders of the country;
e) Through the Comptroller – General or the dully authorized representative of the Comptroller – General issue visas for entry into the country and permits for residence or work in the country; and
f) perform any other functions as required by law - The Comptroller – General shall act in consultation with the Minister in the performance of the function specified in (1)(e).
VISION: Delivering Excellence In Security And Migration Management For National Development
MISSION: To build a stronger and a better Ghana by operating fair but firm Immigration work systems that meet the social and economic needs of the country.
CORE VALUES: Professionalism, Integrity, Human Rights, Learning Organisation