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.
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
Join Us
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.
GhIS meets NSS to ensure surveying students' placements align with career goals.
Plaques exchanged to honor enduring collaboration.
Group photo symbolizes unity and shared progress.
Building stronger national infrastructure partnerships.
GhIS visit reaffirms the role of godliness in institutional excellence.
A strategic encounter focused on values, ethics, and development.
The Church and GhIS affirm commitment to a morally upright Ghana.
Our President led discussions aimed at national development and institutional collaboration.
A high-level visit to build stronger ties with the Ministry of Defence.
The vision shared by the President of GhIS will shape generations of professionals.
GhIS takes a bold step forward with a landmark initiative.
GhIS ensures professionalism in surveying for national development.
Celebrating Our Legacy of Excellence
Join us as we celebrate the Founders’ Day of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS). Established in 1969, our founders laid the path for professionalism, unity, and service in the surveying profession.
On this day, all surveyors are encouraged to proudly wear the GhIS cloth, connect with colleagues, share fraternity moments, and pay respect to our elder surveyors. Let us unite to uphold our legacy and continue to serve society with excellence.
Ghana Electronic Procurement System (GHANEPS)
The Public Procurement Authority (PPA) invites all members to a crucial training program on GHANEPS. As mandated by the Ministry of Finance, all government procurement must now be conducted through this system. This training is essential for all current and prospective service providers to government agencies to ensure you can continue to secure and be paid for public contracts.
Vacancy Announcement
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to join our executive team. We are looking for a highly skilled professional to steer our institution towards future growth and innovation.
South Legon, Accra — May 6, 2025
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) has officially commenced construction of its Centre of Excellence, a landmark facility to host an ADR Centre, Value for Money Audit Unit, and Data Processing Hub.
The sod-cutting ceremony, led by the newly elected President, Surv. Kofi Obeng-Ayirebi, marks a bold step toward enhancing capacity-building, transparency, and professional innovation within Ghana’s built environment sector.
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Explore the core principles that drive our organization forward.
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 Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) was formally established on 28th February 1969, evolving from the Ghana Branch of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). This historic milestone marked the beginning of a proudly independent professional body dedicated to advancing the science, practice, and ethics of surveying in Ghana.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) has expressed deep sorrow and solidarity following the devastating helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, which claimed the lives of eight patriotic officials on a mission to combat illegal mining.
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration with the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources during a meeting held on Tuesday, 12th August 2025. Led by the President and Governing Council, the GhIS delegation paid a courtesy call on the Honourable Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Hon. Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, to explore ways to deepen partnerships and enhance the role of the surveying profession in national development. .
The Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) conducted a strategic regional tour across six regions-Central, Western, Western North, Ahafo, Bono, and Bono East to strengthen ties with local branches, induct new executives, and promote professional development. The tour included engagements with universities, mining companies, and regional authorities, emphasizing CPD participation, mentorship, and institutional collaboration. Key outcomes included calls for localized training centers, tailored CPD programs for mining surveyors, and deeper partnerships with academia and industry. The initiative reaffirmed GhIS commitment to inclusive development and capacity-building nationwide.
The Executive Committee of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors (GhIS) has, for the second time, met with the Director-General of the National Service Scheme (NSS) to deepen and strengthen the collaboration between the two organizations.