The public is hereby warned about the proliferation of bogus companies which are victimizing Filipino jobseekers for nonexistent work in Ghana. Because of its strong economic development, Ghana is fast becoming a center of migration in Africa. As a result, offers of employment opportunities there abound, especially through the internet, that are, more often than not, mere scam operations.
These companies, which mostly hire directly by e-mail, offer salaries that are extremely beyond the normal rates, along with benefits that are too good to be true. When applicants are enticed by these compensations, they are then asked to shell out money for the processing of visa, travel and other documentation expenses, work and residence permits. Some even charge “diplomatic services fees” for an officer to personally come to the Philippines and stamp the visa and deliver travel documents to the applicants concerned.
Ghana’s Honorary Consul Ramon Z. Abad would like it to be known that the only legitimate organization issuing a visa for Ghana is its Consulate in the Philippines. “As far as we are concerned, we find invitations for work that ask payments for visa processing and other unscrupulous expenses as scams,” Consul Abad said.
Job applicants for Ghana are therefore advised to inquire first with the Ghana Consulate if they have doubts about the existence and legal operations of the companies that are recruiting them before spending anything on their applications.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Saturday, March 21, 2009
Job seekers warned of bogus jobs in Ghana
MANILA, Philippines—The Consulate of Ghana on Saturday warned Filipino job seekers about bogus companies offering nonexistent work in the African country.
In a statement, Ghana’s honorary consul Ramon Abad said that because of its strong economy, Ghana is fast becoming a center of migration in Africa.
As a result, offers of employment in the country abound, especially through the Internet, and more often than they not scams, he said.
“These companies, which mostly hire directly by e-mail, offer salaries that are extremely beyond the normal rates, along with benefits that are too good to be true,” Abad said.
He said that when applicants sign up, they are asked to shell out money for the processing of visas, travel, work and residence permits, and other documents.
Some even charge a “diplomatic services fee” for a Ghanian official to personally come to the Philippines to stamp their visa and deliver their travel documents, he said.
Abad said the only legitimate issuer of visas for Ghana is its consulate in the Philippines.
He said that those who have been offered jobs in Ghana should call the Ghana consulate at telephone number 387-4932 or e-mail rzabad@ghanaphil.com to verify if the companies recruiting them are legitimate. (By Cynthia Balana, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 03/21/2009)
In a statement, Ghana’s honorary consul Ramon Abad said that because of its strong economy, Ghana is fast becoming a center of migration in Africa.
As a result, offers of employment in the country abound, especially through the Internet, and more often than they not scams, he said.
“These companies, which mostly hire directly by e-mail, offer salaries that are extremely beyond the normal rates, along with benefits that are too good to be true,” Abad said.
He said that when applicants sign up, they are asked to shell out money for the processing of visas, travel, work and residence permits, and other documents.
Some even charge a “diplomatic services fee” for a Ghanian official to personally come to the Philippines to stamp their visa and deliver their travel documents, he said.
Abad said the only legitimate issuer of visas for Ghana is its consulate in the Philippines.
He said that those who have been offered jobs in Ghana should call the Ghana consulate at telephone number 387-4932 or e-mail rzabad@ghanaphil.com to verify if the companies recruiting them are legitimate. (By Cynthia Balana, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 03/21/2009)
Monday, July 7, 2008
Officials from Ghana High Commission in KL visit the Consulate
Consul Ramon Z. Abad (center) receives visiting officials of the Ghana High Commission in Kuala Lumpur - F. M. Brown, First Secretary for Consular (left) and Nana Yaw Aduhene-Adjei, First Secretary for Finance (right).
Consul Ramon Z. Abad (center) together with Nana Yaw Aduhene-Adjei, First Secretary for Finance (left) and F. M. Brown, First Secretary for Consular (right).
Friday, July 4, 2008
Consul Abad hosts dinner for visiting Ghanaian diplomats
Consul Ramon Z. Abad (center) hosts dinner at the Peninsula Manila for visiting officials of the Ghana High Commission in Kuala Lumpur - F. M. Brown, First Secretary for Consular (second from left) and Nana Yaw Aduhene-Adjei, First Secretary for Finance (first from right). Also in the photo are Joseph Issifu, President of the Ghanaian Association of the Philippines and Peter Diawuoh, Deputy Security Adviser of the United Nations.
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Ghana Consulate hosts 51st Independence Day dinner fellowship
Kofi Bimpong leads the pouring or offering of libation to the ancestors, which is traditionally done at the beginning of every occasion in Ghana, to open the dinner fellowship in celebration of the 51st Independence Day of the Republic of Ghana
Assistant Secretary Jesus I. Yabes, head of the Office of Middle East and African Affairs of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Honorary Consul Ramon Z. Abad lead a toast to celebrate the 51st Independence Day of the Republic of Ghana. Also in the photo are Joseph Issifu, President of the Ghanaian Association of the Philippines and Peter Diawuoh of the United Nations.
Joseph Issifu, President of the Ghanaian Association of the Philippines, Consul Ramon Z. Abad, and Assistant Secretary Jesus I. Yabes address guests at the dinner fellowship in celebration of the 51st Independence Day of the Republic of Ghana
Monday, January 7, 2008
Ghana opens consulate in RP
MANILA, Philippines -- The Republic of Ghana has opened its consulate in the Philippines to extend and render assistance to Ghanaians here and help maintain good relations between the two countries.
The Philippines’ honorary consul to the African country is Ramon Z. Abad, the chair of the Monheim Group of Companies and former chair of the Development Bank of the Philippines.
Located in West Africa, Ghana is formerly known as the Gold Coast. It is rich in natural resources, particularly gold, timber, cocoa, diamond, bauxite, and manganese, exports of which are major sources of foreign exchange.
An oilfield, which is reported to contain up to three billion barrels of light oil, was also discovered in 2007. Former UN secretary-general Kofi Annan hails from Ghana. (By Cynthia Balana, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 01/07/2008)
From April 20 to 25, 2008, Ghana will host the 12th Ministerial Conference of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in its capital Accra. There have been plans to organize a trade mission to coincide with the conference, said Abad.
The new consulate is now issuing entry visas to Ghana, according to Abad.
Interested persons may get their application forms at the Ghana Consulate - Penthouse A Ritz Towers, 6745 Ayala Avenue in Makati City.
The Philippines’ honorary consul to the African country is Ramon Z. Abad, the chair of the Monheim Group of Companies and former chair of the Development Bank of the Philippines.
Located in West Africa, Ghana is formerly known as the Gold Coast. It is rich in natural resources, particularly gold, timber, cocoa, diamond, bauxite, and manganese, exports of which are major sources of foreign exchange.
An oilfield, which is reported to contain up to three billion barrels of light oil, was also discovered in 2007. Former UN secretary-general Kofi Annan hails from Ghana. (By Cynthia Balana, Philippine Daily Inquirer, 01/07/2008)
From April 20 to 25, 2008, Ghana will host the 12th Ministerial Conference of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in its capital Accra. There have been plans to organize a trade mission to coincide with the conference, said Abad.
The new consulate is now issuing entry visas to Ghana, according to Abad.
Interested persons may get their application forms at the Ghana Consulate - Penthouse A Ritz Towers, 6745 Ayala Avenue in Makati City.
Thursday, January 3, 2008
Ghana Consulate begins issue of entry visas
The Ghana Consulate now issues entry visas to the Republic of Ghana. Applicants may get their application forms at the Ghana Consulate.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
Forms must be completed, FOUR (4) COPIES, in CAPITAL LETTERS, handwritten or typed, and submitted with the following:
1. Four (4) passport-size photographs
2. Letter or recommendation from Applicants' Employer/Sponsor (business users only)
3. Letter of guarantee from parents/guardians of applicants under 18 years old (4 copies)
4. Letter of invitation from Ghana (4 copies)
5. Copy of Marriage/Engagement Certificate (spouses of Ghanaian nationals only) (4 copies)
6. Air ticket (return) or Certificate of ticket itinerary (4 copies)
7. Passport valid for at least 6 months
8. Certificate of Immunization against Yellow Fever (highly-recommended)
9. Evidence of hotel reservation (tourists)
Applicants are required to deposit their passports together with the completed application forms at least five (5) working days from the proposed travel date in order to avoid inconveniences. Consular hours are from Mondays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on an appointment basis.
Visa fees are US$30 for single entry and US$60 for multiple entry valid for six (6) months. Personal or company checks are not acceptable. Payment must be in the form of cash only.
A single entry visa is valid for up to 30 days stay and can be extended upon application with the Chief Immigration Officer in Ghana. Applicants who intend to work in Ghana must produce an Immigrant Quota letter issued by the Ghana Immigration Service, which permits them to work in Ghana.
VISA REQUIREMENTS
Forms must be completed, FOUR (4) COPIES, in CAPITAL LETTERS, handwritten or typed, and submitted with the following:
1. Four (4) passport-size photographs
2. Letter or recommendation from Applicants' Employer/Sponsor (business users only)
3. Letter of guarantee from parents/guardians of applicants under 18 years old (4 copies)
4. Letter of invitation from Ghana (4 copies)
5. Copy of Marriage/Engagement Certificate (spouses of Ghanaian nationals only) (4 copies)
6. Air ticket (return) or Certificate of ticket itinerary (4 copies)
7. Passport valid for at least 6 months
8. Certificate of Immunization against Yellow Fever (highly-recommended)
9. Evidence of hotel reservation (tourists)
Applicants are required to deposit their passports together with the completed application forms at least five (5) working days from the proposed travel date in order to avoid inconveniences. Consular hours are from Mondays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on an appointment basis.
Visa fees are US$30 for single entry and US$60 for multiple entry valid for six (6) months. Personal or company checks are not acceptable. Payment must be in the form of cash only.
A single entry visa is valid for up to 30 days stay and can be extended upon application with the Chief Immigration Officer in Ghana. Applicants who intend to work in Ghana must produce an Immigrant Quota letter issued by the Ghana Immigration Service, which permits them to work in Ghana.
Friday, December 21, 2007
Consul Abad visits Ghana High Commission in KL
Consul Ramon Z. Abad together Ms. Akua Sekyiwa Ahenkora, Ag. Head of Mission of the Ghana High Commission in Kuala Lumpur, Leonora de Jesus and Ivan Anthony Henares, Special Asst. to the Consul.
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