Here are the approved Ghana Police uniforms for private security

The Ghana Police Service has issued a public notice reminding private security operators across the country to strictly adhere to approved uniforms sanctioned under law.

In a statement issued on February 5, 2026, the police said the directive is in line with Regulation 12 of the Police Service (Private Security Organizations) Regulations, 1992 (LI1571).

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“The general public and all private security operators are hereby notified that the in accordance with Regulation 12 of the Police Service (Private Security Organizations) Regulations, 1992 (LI1571), the approved uniform turnouts for use by all private security operators/employees across the country are those under listed,” portions of the police statement read.

According to the police service, the approved uniforms are:

i. White Long/Short Sleeve Shirt over a pair of Ash Khaki Trousers with white stripes on both sides.

ii. A Cream Long/Short Sleeves Shirt over Brown khaki Trousers with Cream stripes on both sides.

iii. A Mauve Long/Short Sleeve Shirt over a pair of Maroon Trousers with Mauve stripes on both sides.

iv. A Yellow shirt with Ash/Grey Reflectors across the back and front over a Brown pair of Khaki trousers (solely for the Mines and Oil fields).

The police, however, warned that any uniform outside these specifications will not be tolerated.

“Any other uniform, color combination, design, or turnout not listed above and has resemblance to the uniforms of any state security agency is deemed unauthorized,” the statement emphasised.

The service further directed all private security companies and in-house security personnel to comply fully with the directive.

It added that violations will attract legal consequences.

“All private security operators are required to comply strictly with the above approved uniform specifications, and inhouse security should as well desist from wearing uniforms which have some resemblance to state security agencies.

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“Offenders shall be liable to sanctions as prescribed by law. The public is also encouraged to take note of these approved uniforms and report any suspected violations to the appropriate authorities,” the police statement added.

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