Ghana Travel Guide

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Passports

A valid passport is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.

Passport Notes

(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.

Visas

Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except the following for stays of up to three months except: 
 (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. 
 (b) Citizens from Commonwealth countries, who are granted entry permits, providing the purpose of the trip is tourism.
Note: Nationals not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy or high commission to check visa requirements.

Types of Visa and Cost

Tourist/Business: £40 (single-entry); £60 (multiple-entry; six months); £100 (multiple-entry; one year); £150 (multiple-entry; two years); Transit: £10.

Validity

Valid 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 Important Addresses 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 traveler or their sponsor prior to arrival.

Working Days Required

Applications take a minimum of seven working days. Rapid (24- and 72-hour) visa processing services are available at an additional cost.

Travel Warnings

While most visits to Ghana are trouble-free, violent crime can occur at any time. You 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 particularly in the north of Ghana.

There is a low threat from terrorism. But you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be in public areas, including those frequented by expatriates and foreign travelers.

You need to obtain a visa before traveling to Ghana. Overstaying on your visa without proper authority is a serious matter and can lead to detention or you being refused permission to leave the country until a fine is paid.

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 Care

Health 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.

Vaccinations

Special Notes

* A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required by all travelers.