If you’re working in Ghana or planning to start a job, you’ll need a Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) number.
This number is used to track your pension contributions and social security benefits.
Without it, your employer cannot make SSNIT contributions on your behalf.
Who Needs an SSNIT Number?
•All employees in Ghana (formal and informal sectors).
•Self-employed individuals who want to contribute to the pension scheme.
•Students starting their first job.
Where to Register
You can register for an SSNIT number:
•At any SSNIT branch nationwide.
•Through the SSNIT online portal: www.ssnit.org.gh.
Documents You Need
Before you go, prepare:
1.Ghana Card (now mandatory for SSNIT registration).
2.Birth certificate or valid passport (if requested).
3.One passport-size photograph.
4.Completed SSNIT Membership Registration Form (available at the office or online).
Step-by-Step Registration Process (In Person)
Step 1: Visit an SSNIT Branch
Go to your nearest SSNIT office with the required documents.
Step 2: Fill the Membership Registration Form
•Provide your personal details (full name, date of birth, address).
•Provide employment details (if applicable).
•Include your Ghana Card number.
Step 3: Biometric Data Capture
•SSNIT staff will take your fingerprints and photograph.
Step 4: Submit and Get Your SSNIT Number
•After processing, you’ll be issued your unique SSNIT number.
•You may receive it immediately or within a few working days.
Step-by-Step Registration Process (Online)
1.Go to SSNIT Online Portal.
2.Click “Register” under the membership section.
3.Fill in your personal details and upload a scanned copy of your Ghana Card.
4.Submit the form online.
5.SSNIT will contact you with your number or for further verification.
Quick Tips
•Always keep your SSNIT number safe — you’ll use it throughout your working life.
•If you lose your SSNIT card, you can request a replacement at any branch.
•Make sure your employer uses the correct SSNIT number when making contributions.
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