GRA warns buyers: Verify vehicle customs status before payment

The GRA is encouraging prospective buyers to complete the Customs verification process before making payment, rather than relying on the seller’s documents or the vehicle’s registration status as proof that all customs obligations have been met.

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has urged prospective vehicle buyers to verify the customs status of a vehicle before paying for it, warning that a Ghanaian registration number does not necessarily mean the vehicle has been properly cleared.

The Authority says buyers should take both the vehicle and its registration documents to the nearest Customs office for physical verification before completing a purchase.