The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has clarified that the strict enforcement of the National Vehicle Homologation and Conformity Assessment Programme, scheduled to begin on October 1, does not amount to a ban on the importation of used vehicles into Ghana. “Effective 1 October 2026, all new vehicle manufacturers and assemblers, as well as used vehicle importers, distributors and dealers are required to register with the Ghana Standards Authority and ensure that all new vehicle models are homologated, while all used vehicle units conform to the applicable Ghana Standards before shipment to Ghana. Used vehicle importers, distributors and dealers will also be required to ensure that imported vehicles comply with the applicable Ghana Standards before they are shipped to Ghana. For used vehicle importers, the major change will be the obligation to confirm that vehicles meet the required standards before shipment. “It is worth noting that this does not constitute a ban on the importation of used vehicles.