The Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Qatar has announced plans to facilitate assisted road departures for Ghanaian nationals currently residing in Qatar who wish to leave the country.
In a public update issued on March 8, 2026, the embassy stated that it is putting in place logistical measures to support citizens seeking to exit Qatar through overland routes. The announcement follows an earlier advisory released by the mission on March 6, which informed the Ghanaian community about possible assistance for those considering departure.
According to the embassy, the decision forms part of ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and welfare of Ghanaian nationals abroad, particularly those who may urgently wish to travel out of the country. While specific travel routes and timelines have not yet been disclosed, the mission indicated that preparations are underway to coordinate the process and provide guidance to those who express interest.
“Further to the notice issued by the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Qatar on 6th March, 2026, the Embassy wishes to inform that it is making arrangements for assisted departure options for Ghanaians seeking to leave Qatar by road,” the statement explained.
To help facilitate the process, the embassy has asked Ghanaian nationals who urgently wish to depart to formally register their interest. Individuals are required to contact the mission via email at doha@mfa.gov.gh, where they will receive further instructions and updates regarding the arrangements.
Officials say the embassy will continue to engage with members of the Ghanaian community in Qatar and provide additional information as the logistical planning progresses.
The update comes at a time of heightened diplomatic concern following a recent attack on Ghanaian troops serving under a United Nations peacekeeping mission in Lebanon.
On March 6, the same day Ghana commemorated its 69th Independence Day, Ghanaian soldiers deployed in Lebanon were struck by a missile attack that left several peacekeepers injured. The incident has drawn attention from the Ghanaian government and international partners, given the country’s long-standing role in global peacekeeping operations.
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, confirmed that the government has formally petitioned António Guterres, Secretary-General of the United Nations, to initiate an investigation into the attack and ensure that those responsible are held accountable.
Speaking during the Commonwealth Foreign Affairs Ministers Meeting in London, the minister disclosed that several Ghanaian peacekeepers were injured in the incident and required urgent medical attention.
“On our way to this meeting, our peacekeepers in Lebanon were attacked. As we speak, three of them have undergone surgeries,” he stated, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
The Ghanaian government has also appealed to member states of the Commonwealth of Nations to strongly condemn the attack on UN peacekeepers. Officials argue that such acts not only endanger the lives of soldiers serving in international missions but also threaten global peacekeeping efforts and the broader principles of multilateral cooperation.
Ghana has long been recognized as one of the leading contributors to United Nations peacekeeping missions, with thousands of troops deployed in various conflict zones over the decades. The government has therefore reiterated its commitment to protecting its personnel serving under international mandates while ensuring accountability for any threats to their safety.
Meanwhile, the Ghanaian mission in Doha has assured the Ghanaian community in Qatar that it will continue to monitor developments and provide timely updates regarding the assisted departure arrangements.
As planning continues, the embassy has encouraged all affected nationals to remain in close contact with the mission and follow official communication channels for accurate information and guidance.
Source: 3news
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