Entry/Exit Requirements
Last verified: Sep 04, 2026
Entry Requirements at a Glance
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| Passport | Requirement | Typical stay | Approval Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
 Australia |
eVisa | — | — |
 Bangladesh |
eVisa | — | — |
 Brazil |
eVisa | — | — |
 Canada |
eVisa | — | — |
 China |
eVisa | — | — |
 Germany |
eVisa | — | — |
 India |
eVisa | — | — |
 Nigeria |
Visa not required | 90 days | — |
 Philippines |
eVisa | — | — |
 Singapore |
eTA | 90 days | — |
 United Arab Emirates |
eVisa | — | — |
 United Kingdom |
eVisa | — | — |
 United States of America |
eVisa | — | — |
 Vietnam |
eVisa | — | — |
Ghana Visa Fees
| Fee Type | Amount | Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| e-Visa, single entry, standard processing (3-5 business days) | 260 USD | New e-Visa portal launched May 25, 2026, replacing visa-on-arrival entirely. This fee replaces a much lower ~$60 figure from the old embassy-based system. |
| e-Visa, single entry, priority (48hr) | 338 USD | Expedited tier. |
| e-Visa, multiple entry, standard | 468 USD | Standard 3-5 business day processing. |
Ghana Visa FAQ
How much does a Ghana visa cost in 2026?
As of May 25, 2026, Ghana replaced its old visa-on-arrival and embassy system with a new mandatory e-Visa portal (evisa.immigration.gov.gh). The single-entry fee is now $260 (standard processing) — a significant increase from the ~$60 embassy fee under the old system. Multiple-entry runs $468-796 depending on processing speed.
Is Ghana's visa free for African travelers?
Not entirely — it's a fee waiver, not visa-free entry. Since May 25, 2026, African passport holders don't pay the visa fee, but they still must apply for and receive a mandatory Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before traveling. Only ECOWAS nationals get genuinely visa-free entry.
Ghana Entry/Exit General Information
A passport and a visa are required, as is evidence of a yellow fever vaccination. Passports should have at least six months validity. Travelers should obtain the latest information and details from the Embassy of Ghana, 3512 International Drive NW, Washington, DC 20008; telephone (202) 686-4520. Consular services are also available at the Ghana Permanent Mission to the United Nations at 19 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017, telephone (212) 832-1300; and the Honorary Consulate of Ghana, 3434 Locke Lane, Houston, TX, telephone (713) 960-8833. Overseas, inquiries should be made at the nearest Ghanaian embassy or consulate. Visit the Embassy of Ghana website for the most current visa information.
As of August 31, 2013, all foreign nationals who are over six years old and who have been physically present in Ghana for a cumulative period of 90 days or more during a calendar year are required to register with the National Identification Authority (NIA). NIA will issue registered foreign nationals a Non-citizen Ghanacard. The Non-citizen Ghanacard will be necessary for all transactions that require identification, i.e. opening bank accounts, obtaining work permits, acquiring driver’s licenses, etc.
A list of permanent registration centers, fee requirements and answers to frequently asked questions can be found on the NIA website.
The U.S. Department of State is unaware of any HIV/AIDS entry restrictions for visitors to or foreign residents of Ghana.
Information about dual nationality or the prevention of international child abduction can be found on our website. For further information about customs regulations, please read our Customs Information page.
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Population: 31,072,940
Total Land Area: 227,540 km2
Population/km2: 136.56
Official Visa Info: Ghana Immigration Service (with Ministry of Foreign Affairs)