Airport passenger service charge increased to GH¢100 - Transport Ministry

Parliament also reviewed the report of the Roads and Transport Committee on the Ministry of Transport’s 2026 Budget, with the most notable proposal being a sharp revision of the Airport Passenger Service Charge (APSC).

The committee confirmed that the APSC for international travel will rise from GH¢5 a rate unchanged since 2014 to GH¢100.

According to the report, the previous rate was no longer adequate to support the escalating costs of airport development, operations, and maintenance, especially in light of major aviation infrastructure investments.

These include the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) Terminal 3 project, as well as ongoing expansion works in Kumasi and Tamale.

Most of these projects were financed through loans, making consistent revenue crucial for debt servicing and long-term maintenance.

The Committee described the GH¢100 charge as a necessary adjustment to enhance revenue generation and safeguard the financial sustainability of the country’s airport infrastructure.

It further recommended that the Transport Ministry periodically review the APSC and other airport-related revenues to ensure they remain competitive, reflect operational realities, and provide a reliable funding stream for future development