Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| USA | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Passport Note(a) 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 Ghana High Commission or Embassy (see
General Info).
PassportsPassport valid for six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
VisasRequired by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following for stays of up to three months:
(a) 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: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy or high commission to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Types of Visa and CostTourist/Business: £30 (single-entry); £40 (multiple-entry; six months); £60 (multiple-entry; one year); £70 (multiple-entry; two years);
Transit: £10.
ValidityValid for entry 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.
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy or high commission); postal applications are accepted; see
General Info 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
General Info.
Working Days RequiredFour for personal, a minimum of 10 for postal applications.
WarningThe Government of Ghana declared a State of Emergency in the Northern, Upper East and Upper West Regions (including the border with Burkina Faso) on 12 September following severe flooding in these areas. Follow local advice if you intend to travel to these regions.
While most visits to Ghana are trouble-free, violent crime can occur at any time. Travelers are advised to exercise a high level of vigilance in public areas, and when traveling by road.
Localised outbreaks of civil unrest can occur at short notice due to ongoing local chieftancy and land disputes.
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 Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Diphtheria | Yes | |
| Hepatitis A | Yes | |
| Malaria | Yes | |
| Rabies | Sometimes | |
| Tetanus | Yes | |
| Typhoid | Yes | |
| Yellow Fever | Yes* | |
Health CareHealth insurance is essential, preferably with cover for emergency evacuation. Medical facilities exist in all the regional capitals as well as in most towns and villages. Emergency medical facilities are extremely limited.
Note* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required by all travelers.
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