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
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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.
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.
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.
On July 10, 2025, the GhIS President and Governing Council paid a courtesy call on the Acting Chief Justice to enhance collaboration in land disputes, ADR, valuation, and training for judicial staff.
The GhIS President, ExCo, and Governing Council members met with PPA leadership to discuss VfM Guidelines, ADR, project monitoring, tender board representation, training, and ethics, marking a step toward stronger collaboration.
On June 10, 2025, GhIS met the Lands Commission to discuss collaboration, settle outstanding payments, co-develop CPDs, support the Survey Council Bill, and explore public-private partnerships for improved land governance.
The GhIS President and team visited Apostle Eric Nyamekye to express appreciation and explore partnerships. The Chairman emphasized integrity and godliness as core values in professional practice.
The GhIS President, ExCo, and Governing Council members met with the Survey and Mapping Division of the Lands Commission to deepen collaboration, clarify the Surveying Council Bill, and address professional and ethical matters.