Ghana
Passports
Passport valid for
six months required by all except nationals of ECOWAS countries who will be allowed entry with a valid travel certificate.Visas
Required by all except the following for stays of up to three months:
(a) nationals of ECOWAS countries;
(b) nationals of Egypt, Hong Kong (SAR), Kenya, Mauritius and Singapore;
(c) those in transit to a third country traveling within 24 hours, as long as they hold onward tickets with reserved seats and do not leave the airport.Note
The following nationals may obtain visas upon arrival at the port of entry: Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.Types of visa and cost
Tourist/Business: US$52 (single-entry); US$69 (multiple-entry; six months); US$103 (multiple-entry; one year); US$120 (multiple-entry; two years); Transit: US$17 Validity
Valid for three months from the date of issue. However, length of stay is at the discretion of airport officials and only one month is guaranteed. Visas may be extended when in Ghana. Visas for one year may be granted for specific purposes.Application to
Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy or High Commission); postal applications are accepted; see Passport/Visa Information for details. A visa can be issued on arrival to nationals of countries without a Ghanaian Mission or Consulate, but only if prior notice is given to the Director of Immigration by the traveller or their sponsor prior to arrival; see Passport/Visa Information.Application requirements
(a) Valid passport. (b) Completed entry permit application form, two copies, or four if making a postal application. (c) Two passport-size photos, or four if making a postal application. (d) For postal applications, registered or recorded self-addressed envelope. (e) Fee (payable by cash, postal order or bankers’ draft made payable to the High Commission; cash is not valid for postal applications). (f) Evidence of onward/return ticket. (g) Evidence of sufficient funds. (h) If traveling at invitation of host in Ghana, a letter of invitation should be submitted. (i) Valid certificate of inoculation against Yellow Fever, if applicable. Business: (a)-(i) and, (j) Letter of guarantee from a company in support of the application (the letter should explain the nature of business the applicant will be conducting in Ghana).Working days required
Four for personal, a minimum of 10 for postal applications.Temporary residence
Application with sufficient notice to be made to High Commission or Embassy.Note
Single parents or other adults traveling alone with children should note that some countries require documentary evidence of parental responsibility before allowing lone parents to enter the country or in some cases before permitting the children to leave the country, for exact requirements contact the Ghanaian Consulate (see Passport/Visa Information).
No Test Required
GHC500.
Ghana High Commission (Education, Visas and Trade) in the UK
104 Highgate Hill, London N6 5HE, UK
Tel: (020) 8342 7500 or 7580; (020) 8342 7580 or 7558 or 7501 (Visa section).
Website: www.ghana-com.co.uk
Consulate opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300 (visa collection). Consulate General of Ghana (Visas and Tourist Information) in the USA
19 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017, USA
Tel: (212) 832 1300.
Website: www.ghanaweb.com Ghana Immigration Service
Director of Immigration, Private Mail Bag, Ministries Post Office, Accra
Tel: 21 221 667 or 225 321 or 224 445.Travel Advice
The Government of Ghana lifted the state of emergency in the Tamale municipality and Yendi District of the Northern Region of Ghana in July 2004, which had been in effect for two and a half years following an outbreak of inter-ethnic fighting at Yendi. However, travelers considering traveling to the Northern Region should remain alert to the potential for new outbreaks of fighting. It is recommended you keep in touch with daily developments through the local media.
Violent crime can occur at any time. While most visits to Ghana are trouble-free, travelers are advised to exercise a high level of vigilance in public areas, and when traveling by road.
You should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice: British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
