Banking in Africa – PLUS Why We Don’t Bank in Ghana
If you’re planning on moving to Ghana, banking abroad and getting money in Africa will become a major concern. In this video we are talking about the process of opening a bank account in Ghana, where you may want to bank, and some things you’ll need to get started banking in Africa PLUS why we don’t bank in Ghana.
In this episode we refer to the following goods or services that have helped us transition smoothly: 📞 Google Fi (https://g.co/fi/r/F6RN91) we use this to make and receive international calls while abroad. SAVE $20 with our code!
💰 World Remit (https://tidd.ly/34A8DdH) We momo money to our Ghana phone accounts from our US bank accounts. Quick, easy, and reliable.
💳 Capital One Credit Card (https://capital.one/38NwfNl) We have a Quicksilver and Savor, both have no international transaction fees.
🦈Surfshark VPN (https://surfshark.club/friend/83qtmy89) This lets us access accounts that may otherwise be blocked because you’re ISP is in Africa.
Included in this video:
- Top banks in Ghana
- What you need to open an account at a Ghana bank.
- Extra rules for expats at Africa banks
- Banking tips
- Why we don’t bank in Ghana
📍 RESOURCE LIST 📍
🥚 EMPOWER
If you are still SAVING UP for your move, then the EMPOWER app is a MUST! It will help you keep track of expenses and start building a nest egg. They also have a ton of services too!
🧬️ LIVING DNA
As far as DNA, Living DNA is super affordable (and they have regular sales) plus they offer the most detailed information for African heritage, including a breakdown of 72 distinct regions! We hope you are from West Africa!
Be sure to download and sign up with WORLD REMIT so you can transfer money to yourself when you get to GHANA (also works for mobile money)!
We use Surf Shark to get American TV and access websites that we need for work but are blocked because of the African ISP address. If you need internet access to certain sites or just like your Netflix, believe me, this is worth every penny. Use our link and get 30 days FREE!
Love Tony’s Shirts? We love Nooked Streetwear. Ghana shirts for Ghana Lovers!
We use Google phone services when we travel internationally. It keeps our US phone number working and lets us stay in touch with friends, work and family.
MOVING ESSENTIALS
Plug Adaptor: https://amzn.to/3lqAWRS
Pocket Charger: https://amzn.to/2YIn6jP
Microfiber Towels: https://amzn.to/38Ss7KR
CONNECT WITH EXPAT LIFE
Be sure to check out our closed Facebook Group (for anyone moving to Ghana specifically):
Find us on social media by following us here:
☑️ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/ExpatLifeGhana
☑️ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/Expat-Life-Ghana-104312118005115/
☑️ INSTAGRAM: @ExpatLifeGhana
☑️ WEBSITE: https://www.ExpatLifeGhana.com
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Dear Ayo and Tony,
Thank you for responding to my email. I am still looking for a house with at least 3 -4 bedrooms or a AirBnB to rent for at least 6-8 weeks. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Time has been pushed forward to mid- June. Thank you in advance.
Akusia
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