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Ghanaian Ghana Tourist / Visitor Visa

For travellers visiting Ghana for tourism or to see family and friends. Obtained in advance from a Ghanaian diplomatic mission abroad on either a single- or multiple-journey basis.

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The GIS public pages do not publish a fixed tourist/visitor visa fee, validity period or maximum stay; these depend on your nationality and the issuing mission. Confirm the current fee, validity and permitted stay with the Ghanaian mission or the eVisa portal before quoting them.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Ghana government website before you apply.
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Official name
Tourist / Visitor Visa
Route type
Short-stay visa
Passport validity required
At least 6 months
Yellow Fever certificate
Mandatory
Number of entries
Single- or multiple-journey
Where to apply
A Ghanaian diplomatic mission abroad, or the GIS eVisa portal

Who can apply

  • Tourists visiting Ghana for leisure
  • People visiting family or friends in Ghana

What you can do

  • Visit Ghana temporarily for tourism
  • Visit family or friends

Requirements

  • A passport valid for at least six months
  • Passport photographs taken no more than three months before you submit the application
  • A copy of a return ticket or a printed travel itinerary
  • A valid international certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever
  • A valid hotel booking showing your name, the dates of your stay and the accommodation address
  • Proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay

How to apply

Apply in advance at a Ghanaian diplomatic mission (embassy or high commission) in your country, or through the official Ghana Immigration Service eVisa portal, on either a single- or multiple-journey basis.

Submit the completed application form with your passport, recent photographs, supporting documents and the fee set by the issuing mission. GIS notes that a visa is not a guarantee of entry; admission remains subject to conditions at the port of entry.

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. The Ghana Immigration Service requires a valid international certificate of vaccination for Yellow Fever as part of a visitor visa application, and you should carry it when you travel.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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