The United States Embassy in Accra has announced a temporary suspension of most routine consular services from July 20 to July 31, 2026, to allow for scheduled maintenance at its facilities.
The embassy said normal consular operations are expected to resume on Monday, August 3, and advised the public to plan their travel and documentation needs accordingly.
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During the maintenance period, walk-in notarial services and the processing of Consular Reports of Death Abroad will be unavailable.
However, individuals who have been notified that their U.S. passports or Consular Reports of Birth Abroad are ready for collection may pick them up on Thursdays between 1:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
The embassy also said adult passport renewal applications submitted through its drop-box service will continue to be processed.
Emergency consular assistance for U.S. citizens in Ghana will remain available throughout the maintenance period. The embassy urged those requiring urgent assistance to contact its duty officer through the emergency telephone line.
The mission advised the public to monitor its official website for updates on the restoration of full services.
