Government warns against fake immigration stamps

The government has cautioned the public against using fake immigration stamps and travel endorsements, following an increase in the arrest of Ghanaians abroad. In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said several Ghanaian nationals have recently been detained by foreign authorities after forged immigration stamps were found in their passports. The Ministry stressed that falsifying travel documents is a serious criminal offence under both Ghanaian law and the laws of other countries. Offenders risk arrest, prosecution, imprisonment, heavy fines, deportation, and long-term travel bans. It also warned individuals posing as travel agents that such illegal activities could have serious legal consequences for both themselves and their clients. The public is advised to use only officially recognised channels and accredited institutions when applying for visas and other travel documents. Travellers are also urged to verify the credentials of any travel consultant before handing over their passports or personal information. The Ministry further reminded citizens that they are personally responsible for the authenticity and contents of their travel documents at all times.