Money
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[edit] Currency
The unit of currency in Ghana is the cedi. For current exchange rates:
[edit] Money transfers
The cheapest way to send money to Ghana is via a bank-to-bank transfer. With this method, you simply transfer funds from your personal bank account to a bank account in Ghana. Some banks, such as Washington Mutual, will even do this transfer for free if you have a checking account with them. However, bank-to-bank transfers can take up to two weeks and require you to visit the bank in person.
For instant money transfers over the Internet, Western Union is one option. It does not require the recipient to have a bank account. However, it is also very expensive. In addition to up-front fees, Western Union also alters the exchange rate to work in their favor.
WARNING: Beware of scams! Never send money to anyone you do not know personally.
