The Football Association's Club Licensing Department has reminded all Premier League clubs that the deadline for submitting their applications on the Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP) remains Friday, July 31, 2026.
The Department has emphasized that no further extension will be granted. Clubs that fail to complete the licensing process by the stipulated deadline risk sanctions under the Club Licensing Regulations, including, but not limited to, being denied participation in the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League season.
As of 11am on Monday, July 27, 2026, the status of applications is as follows:
Fully submitted
- Accra Hearts of Oak SC
- Kumasi Asante Kotoko SC
- Dreams FC
- Medeama SC
- FC Samartex 1996
- All Blacks United FC
- Basake Holy Stars FC
Application in Progress
- Debibi United FC
- Karela FC
- Bechem United FC
- Port City FC
- Vision FC
Not Yet Started
- Aduana FC
- Berekum Chelsea FC
- Bibiani Gold Stars SC
- Heart of Lions FC
- FC Ashantigold
- Young Apostles FC
The Club Licensing Department has urged all clubs yet to complete their submissions to expedite the process and ensure that all mandatory licensing documents are uploaded to the Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP) on or before Friday, July 31, 2026.
The GFA reiterates that compliance with the Club Licensing Regulations is mandatory for participation in the 2026/27 Ghana Premier League, and clubs are encouraged to avoid last-minute submissions to ensure a smooth and successful licensing process.
GFA Communications