How much does Ghana Immigration Service pay WASSCE recruits?
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) is an agency under the Ministry of the Interior that is responsible for immigration regulation in Ghana. Its key duties involve border control, monitoring visas and work permits, and protecting Ghana’s borders. The Service has over 7,000 staff spread across the country.
The GIS periodically recruits holders of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) into the Service. These recruits go through a rigorous 6-month training program at the Immigration Training Academy. The training equips them with skills in immigration procedures, passport examination, border patrol, and intelligence gathering.
After completion of training, recruits are deployed to immigration centers, border posts, and headquarters across all 16 regions of Ghana. The recruits are enlisted into the Service as Immigration Control Officers.
Starting Monthly Salary for WASSCE Recruits
According to current salary structures, WASSCE recruits who join the GIS as Immigration Control Officers receive a starting monthly basic salary ranging from GHS 1,500 to GHS 1,800. The exact salary is determined by scores obtained during the recruitment exams and training. The monthly salary increases progressively after some years of service. With over 10 years of experience, monthly salary can rise up to GHS 2,500 or more for senior ranked officers.
Key Allowances and Benefits
- Rent allowance of about GHS 500 paid every month
- Health insurance coverage for officers and dependents
- Ghana Immigration Service Health Plan that covers additional medical costs
- Transportation allowance of about GHS 300 monthly
- Annual clothing allowance of around GHS 300
- Free accommodation at some facilities especially border posts
- Optional contributions to contributory pension scheme
- Relocation allowance for transfers between stations.
- Job security with a pension
- Opportunity to pursue further education through GIS sponsorship
- Prospects of rising through the ranks over career span
- Retirement packages for officers who serve till pensionable age.
Deductions Applicable on Salary
- Mandatory SSNIT pension contributions
- Taxes on income
- Health insurance premiums
- Advance payments taken on salary
Conclusion
With starting monthly salary in the GHS 1,500 – 1,800 range plus substantial allowances and benefits, WASSCE recruitment into the Ghana Immigration Service offers a good prospect for young job seekers to earn a decent living while serving their country. The Service provides opportunities for pursing further education and rising through the ranks over a career.
