To ensure a seamless journey to Ghana, travelers must understand the entry visa requirements and procedures. This guide covers the essential steps:
- Visa Types: Ghana offers various visa categories, including Tourist, Business, and Diplomatic visas, each with specific requirements.
- Application Process: Begin by visiting the Ghana Immigration Service's official website to access the visa application form. Complete the form accurately and compile supporting documents such as a valid passport, photos, flight itinerary, and proof of accommodation.
- Processing Time and Expedited Services: Apply well in advance of your departure date. Expedited processing may be available for urgent needs, often with additional fees.
- Visa Fees: Familiarize yourself with the applicable fees and payment methods, noting any additional fees based on nationality.
- Validity and Extensions: Ensure the visa duration aligns with your travel plans. If an extension is needed, explore this option in advance.
- Arrival in Ghana: Present your valid passport and visa to immigration authorities upon arrival and adhere to local customs and regulations.
- Contact Information and Resources: For assistance, contact the Ghana Immigration Service or the nearest Ghanaian embassy or consulate.
Details: home.gis.gov.gh/permits-and-visas.
Ghana Visa Regime
This is an overview of visa requirements and conditions for various countries and organizations, detailing exemptions and specific durations of stay for travelers.
|
S/No. |
Country/Organisation |
Visa Requirement |
Conditions |
|
1. |
ECOWAS States: Nigeria, Senegal, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso, Togo, Ivory Coast, Mali, Niger, Liberia, Benin, Cape Verde |
Visa not required for all types of passports |
90 days |
|
2. |
Cuba, Brazil, Iran, Hong Kong, Germany |
Visa not required for Service and diplomatic passport holders |
90 days |
|
3. |
Singapore, Trinidad and Tobago, Mauritius |
Visa not required for all types of passports |
60 days |
|
4. |
Southern and Eastern African countries: Lesotho, Botswana, Namibia, Malawi, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Kenya |
Visa not required for all types of passports |
60 days |
|
5. |
African Union, Regional Economic Communities, United Nations and its specialised agencies |
Visa not required for official passports |
60 days |
|
6. |
Egypt and Rwanda |
Gratis visa |
|
|
7. |
Member States of African Union |
Visa required |
|
Important Notice
Yellow Fever Vaccination is required for all travelers to Ghana
Dear Cherished Participant,
Please be informed that a valid Yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all travelers entering Ghana who are 9 months or older.
To avoid any inconvenience, we strongly recommend that each delegate holds a copy of an international certificate of Yellow Fever vaccination or prophylaxis before disembarking in Ghana.
Thank you.
NB: Persons without a valid vaccination card may be required to take the shot and/or secire a card at a fee (USD50 minimum) at the airport.