The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) was established on 28th February 1969 at the General Meeting of the Ghana Branch of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors at which a resolution was passed to that effect and the Constitution was promulgated. Read more
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) is organized into three primary divisions: the Land Surveying Division, the Quantity Surveying Division, and the Valuation and Estate Surveying Division. Each division focuses on specific areas of professional practice, ensuring specialized services and expertise within the broader surveying industry.
Faculties
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) operates through specialized faculties—Land Surveying, Quantity Surveying, and Valuation and Estate Surveying—offering targeted training, research, and professional development to maintain high industry standards.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) offers membership to individuals in various categories, providing access to accreditation, professional development, networking opportunities, and a platform to collaborate within the surveying industry.
Constitution & Ethics
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) upholds a Constitution that governs its operations and mandates adherence to a strict Code of Ethics, ensuring that members maintain the highest standards of professionalism, integrity, and accountability in their practice. ...Read more
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) organizes a range of training programs and events, including workshops, seminars, and conferences, to provide members with professional development, industry updates, and networking opportunities. Read more
TRAINING & EVENTS
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) organizes a range of training programs and events, including workshops, seminars, and conferences, to provide members with ongoing professional development, industry updates, and networking opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge in the surveying field.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) offers Business and Alternative Dispute Resolution services, providing expert consultancy and mediation to resolve conflicts in surveying and real estate matters, while also supporting members with professional business development and industry-specific solutions.
GhIS BUSINESS & ADR SERVICES
COMPLAINT
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) has a formal complaint procedure in place to address grievances from members or the public, ensuring that issues related to professional conduct or service quality are investigated and resolved in accordance with established ethical standards and procedures.
REQUEST SERVICES
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) offers formal request services including the issuance of professional stamps and certificates to accredited members and licensed surveyors in accordance with established institutional procedures.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) provides a range of additional resources, including access to industry publications, research materials, technical guidelines, and professional tools, to support members in staying informed, enhancing their practice, and contributing to the advancement of the surveying profession.
OTHER RESOURCES
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Joining the Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) provides professionals with career growth opportunities through specialized training, access to industry resources, a robust network of peers, and benefits such as professional accreditation, continuous development, and a role in shaping the future of surveying in Ghana.
Building stronger national infrastructure partnerships.
Discussing the proposed Survey Council Bill to strengthen regulation and professional standards in the surveying industry.
To be an internationally recognized professional organization committed to providing effective leadership and excellence in land resource management for sustainable development.
To promote best practices and innovation in the surveying profession through continuous professional development and services to members and the public.
Integrity, Professionalism, Excellence, Innovation, and Accountability - the principles that guide every action and decision within GhIS.
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The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) has responded to recent public comments and allegations concerning compensation claims prepared in connection with certain road projects. GhIS does not condone fraud, deliberate inflation of claims, misrepresentation of valuation evidence or any professional misconduct, and applies its disciplinary procedures where credible evidence is established. The Institution also affirms that persons affected by compulsory acquisition are entitled to fair and adequate compensation under Article 20 of the 1992 Constitution and the Land Act, 2020 (Act 1036), and remains committed to transparent, objective and evidence-based valuation practice.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal information of its members, employees, applicants, training participants, event participants and other stakeholders. Personal information is collected and processed only for legitimate institutional purposes and in accordance with the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843) and applicable regulatory requirements. GhIS takes reasonable measures to safeguard personal information and will only disclose information where lawfully required or formally requested for legitimate purposes. Individuals may contact the Secretariat regarding their privacy rights and personal information.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) extends its warmest congratulations to Surv. Prof. Bernard Kumi-Boateng, FGhIS, on his historic appointment as Vice Chancellor of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), effective 1st August 2026. A proud Fellow of GhIS and the first UMaT-trained Professor to rise to this high office, Prof. Kumi-Boateng brings 19 years of exemplary service and exceptional leadership. GhIS is confident that under his stewardship, UMaT will advance its strategic vision and strengthen its pivotal role in supporting Ghana's extractive and technology sectors.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) extends its heartfelt congratulations to Surv. Prof Anthony Owusu Ansah on his confirmation as Executive Secretary of the Lands Commission. The Institution is proud of this remarkable achievement and wishes him great success in his new role.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) extends its warmest congratulations to Surv. Felix Amoayaw Okyere-Amoah MGhIS on his enstoolment as Gyasehene of Akyem Nkwarteng with the stool name Nana Ampadu Kyere II.
