Mega Resources LTD • Ghana
Borehole Drilling Licences and Permits in Ghana
Drilling and using groundwater in Ghana is regulated, and requirements can differ with the size and purpose of the project. Confirm what applies to you before work starts, and ask your contractor how they handle it.
What to confirm before drilling
Ghana's Water Resources Commission is the body that oversees groundwater and drilling activity. Check its current guidance for the licensing and permit requirements that apply to your project, because rules and fees can change.
- Whether the drilling contractor is properly licensed
- Whether your intended water use needs a permit
- Who applies for each approval, you or the contractor
- Any approvals needed from the landowner or local authority
Questions to put to your contractor
Ask which approvals the contractor holds, which are your responsibility, and how permitting affects the project timeline and quotation. Get the answers in writing as part of the scope.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a permit for a small household borehole?
Requirements depend on the use and size of the abstraction and can change. Check current guidance with the Water Resources Commission or ask your contractor to confirm in writing.
Is permitting included in a drilling quotation?
Not always. Ask whether permitting support is included or priced separately so there are no surprises in the final cost.