Key facts at a glance
Currency
GHS
Employer cost
≈ 13%
Payroll cycle
Monthly
Probation
Up to 6 months
Notice period
1 week – 1 month
Annual leave
15 working days
Working hours
40 hours / week
Capital
Accra
What employers should know
- SSNIT Tier 1 and Tier 2 pension
- PAYE filed with GRA monthly
- Contracts over 6 months must be written
Contracts
Employment contracts in Ghana should set out salary, hours (40 hours / week), probation (Up to 6 months) and notice terms. We issue locally compliant contracts in days.
Payroll & taxes
Payroll typically runs monthly in GHS. Employer social contributions are around ≈ 13% of gross salary.
Leave & benefits
Employees are entitled to 15 working days of annual leave plus public holidays. Competitive packages often add health cover and allowances.
Termination
Notice is 1 week – 1 month. Terminations must follow local procedure — our specialists manage it to reduce risk.
Figures are indicative and change regularly. Confirm current rules with our team before making an offer.