Accra International Marathon Frequently Asked Questions
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1. How do I register for the event?

a. Online registration through our Active.com registration portal. A major credit card is required. No credit card? No problem. Make payment* at any Tigo Cash outlet to account# 027 780 2378 OR our Stanbic Bank account (details below) and email us your name, race category, and Tigo Cash payment confirmation number. We will then email you a special code you can use to register through our Active.com registration portal without a credit card.

b. Registration form (pdf)
Make payment* at any Tigo Cash outlet to account# 027 780 2378 OR our Stanbic Bank account (details below) then complete and submit this form using the submit button on the form. Please remember to include your Tigo Cash payment reference number.

c. In-person registration will be available approximately one week before AIM Day. Please visit the Schedules page for details of our operating hours and locations for in-person registration.

*Pay in Cedis at the exchange rate in effect at time of payment as indicated at www.fx-rate.net/usd/ghs.
Please note our bank details for all AIM registration payments:
Please pay to the Fit4life Ltd account at: Stanbic Bank, Cedi Account: 95710200000197.
Kindly scan or photograph your deposit receipt and email it to info @ AIMghana.com.
For more info on making remote payment, contact us at
+ 233 (0) 27 780 2378 or (0) 26 243 8348

2. What is the Prize money?

Visit our Prize Money page for details and updates on cash and other prizes.

3. Can you invite or sponsor me to participate?

The Accra International Marathon is a private racing event and does not require an invitation. Invitations are only issued for visa purposes after registration is confirmed, no exceptions.
Unfortunately, we are not in a position to assist you with sponsorship of any kind; you may want to try appealing to corporate sponsors in your home country.

4. What is the course route and elevation?

The AIM route can be viewed here in Google Maps. The AIM course is relatively flat. The minimum elevation is about 6 feet, average elevation is about 55 feet, and maximum elevation is about 142 feet. The graph below depicts the variations.
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5. What is the Race Packet pickup location and date?

Visit the Schedules page for Race Packet distribution information.

6. What are some recommended hotels?

The 5-Star Labadi Beach Hotel is our preferred hotel, Official Hospitality Sponsor, and AIM Finish Line venue.  More

7. What is the race start time and location?

Visit the Schedules page for race start times and locations.

8. Is there shuttle service to the race?

Visit the Schedules page for shuttle service schedules and fees.