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Practical guides for Ghanaians in France and for travelling or returning to Ghana.

Important update 2026 update for international students: CAF housing aid and student residence permits What non-EU international students should know about CAF housing aid changes from 1 July 2026 and the student residence permit resource threshold from 1 August 2026. Travel & customs — read before you fly Arriving in Ghana? Everything You Need to Know About Customs Declarations A practical guide to Ghana customs declarations, duty-free baggage, Green and Red Channels, currency declarations, unaccompanied baggage and returning-resident relief.
Students

2026 update for international students: CAF housing aid and student residence permits

What non-EU international students should know about CAF housing aid changes from 1 July 2026 and the student residence permit resource threshold from 1 August 2026.

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Travel & Arrival

Arriving in Ghana? Everything You Need to Know About Customs Declarations

A practical guide to Ghana customs declarations, duty-free baggage, Green and Red Channels, currency declarations, unaccompanied baggage and returning-resident relief.

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Training

Driving licence and professional transport training

How to think about licence B, bus, truck, forklift and transport training routes before choosing a school.

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Employment

Employment setup: CV, France Travail, and work permission

What to prepare before looking for work in France, from CV basics to residence documents and France Travail registration.

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Housing

Finding accommodation: a survival guide

Rental dossiers, guarantors, scams, and what to do when the private market is difficult.

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Language

French language classes and interpretation support

A practical guide to OFII language training, community learning, interpretation, and document translation needs.

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Daily life

How CAF works and what you may be entitled to

A simple introduction to CAF, housing aid, family support, and registration.

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Money

Opening a French bank account as a newcomer

Documents, banking options, and practical tips for getting a RIB and IBAN.

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Health

Sécurité sociale and your Carte Vitale

How healthcare registration works and how residents access reimbursement.

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Logistics

Shipping and logistics between France and Ghana

How to prepare community shipments, packaging, customs questions, and trusted freight routes before sending goods.

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Transport

Transport fare reductions in France

How to check solidarity transport reductions, employer reimbursement, and local travel support before you pay full fare.

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Legal

Understanding the titre de séjour

What a French residence permit is, common categories, and what to remember when applying or renewing.

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These articles are educational summaries. Always verify with official sources and qualified professionals.