GRA warns buyers: Verify vehicle customs status before payment
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 Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has warned potential vehicle buyers to confirm a vehicle's customs clearance status before purchasing it. A Ghanaian registration number does not guarantee proper clearance. Prospective buyers should bring both the vehicle and its documents to a local Customs office for physical verification before completing the purchase.
Emmanuel Tweneboa, Senior Revenue Officer, emphasized that relying solely on the seller's documents is insufficient. He advised buyers not to trust the Bill of Entry (BOE) or entry number alone, as the physical vehicle must be presented to Customs for confirmation of the details matching records. Customs conducts physical inspections using On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) machines to verify vehicle details.
Making these checks essential before payment is crucial to avoid losing both the vehicle and the payment. King Godfred Akorligleh, Revenue Officer for the National Vehicle Task Force, urged buyers to accompany sellers to Customs to avoid fraud. The GRA emphasizes that even foreign or Ghanaian registration is not enough; independent verification is necessary before buying any used vehicle.
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