GHANA
ECOWAS compliant
ICAO standards
Ghana Card — National Identity System
30M+ target
National coverage
Identity Management Systems II

Be yourself, 
everyone else
is taken.

— Oscar Wilde

Identity Management Systems II (IMS II) is a specialized entity under the Margins ID Group, strategically positioned to revolutionize Ghana's digital identity infrastructure. Established as a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV), IMS II collaborates with the National Identification Authority (NIA) through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP).

18M+
Citizens registered
DBFOT
Full lifecycle model
NIA
Govt. partnership

A national ecosystem:
empowering every citizen

From children to adults, every Ghanaian is seamlessly integrated into a secure digital identity ecosystem that powers access to essential services and opportunities.

Over 18 million adult Ghanaians registered.

Over 12 million children (6–15 years) registered.

Children under 6 years are assigned unique Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) linked to a parent or guardian.

Counting every identity

Real-time impact of the National Identification System, ensuring every citizen is accounted for.

Citizens (15+)
Successfully registered
18,696,476
Cards printed
18,109,624
Under 15 years
Successfully registered
390,569
Cards printed
12,153
Overseas
Successfully registered
682
Cards printed
637

Technological framework & innovations

The implementation of the NIS under IMS II encompasses:

Instant card issuance technology

Immediate production and delivery of ID cards upon successful registration, significantly reducing wait times.

Biometric authentication

Utilization of fingerprint and facial recognition technologies to ensure unique and verifiable identities.

Smart card integration

Issuance of multi-functional smart cards that serve as national IDs, facilitating access to various services.

National identity register

A centralized biometric database ensuring accuracy, integrity, confidentiality, and security of personal data.

Real-time verification system

A robust platform developed to authenticate identities in real-time, both online and offline.

Data harmonization

Integration with various services, including mobile money platforms, bank accounts, and driver's licenses.

Building trust — enabling a secure digital economy for all Ghanaians
Building trust
Enabling a secure digital economy for all Ghanaians.

A trusted partner in
Ghana's digital transformation

By providing a robust and secure identification system, we play a pivotal role in:

Improving accuracy in citizen data, aiding policy formulation and resource allocation.

Facilitating financial inclusion by enabling access to banking and credit services.

Streamlining enrolment and verification processes for healthcare, education, and social welfare programs.

Enhancing access to e-government services.

Strengthening national security through accurate identification.

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