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Ghanaian Ghana Transit Visa

For travellers passing through Ghana on the way to another country. According to the Ghana Immigration Service, this transit visa is issued within Ghana itself.

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Fee discrepancy: the GIS Transit Visa service page states US$65 (or cedi equivalent), while the GIS Fees and Charges schedule (effective 15 May 2025) lists a transit permit at US$50. Confirm the current transit fee with GIS before quoting it.

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
Transit Visa
Route type
Transit
Validity
48 hours
Per the GIS Transit Visa service page
Cost
US$65 (or the cedi equivalent)
Rate determined by GIS; see review note on fee discrepancy
Who needs it
Passengers on indirect transit whose luggage is not checked through to the final destination
Airside transit
Direct airside transit passengers are exempt

Who can apply

  • Travellers passing through Ghana en route to another country

What you can do

  • Transit through Ghana to reach another destination

Requirements

  • You need a transit visa if you are on indirect transit through Ghana — that is, your luggage is not checked directly to your final destination and you must collect it and complete check-in and departure formalities
  • Passengers on direct airside transit (not passing through immigration and with luggage checked through) are exempt from obtaining a transit visa

Documents you may need

  • Your travel itinerary
  • Proof of a visa for your country of destination (where applicable)
  • Two recent passport-size photographs
  • A completed disembarkation card

How to apply

The transit visa is issued in Ghana. Present your travel itinerary, proof of an onward visa where applicable, two recent passport photographs and a completed disembarkation card, and pay the fee of US$65 or its cedi equivalent at the rate set by the Ghana Immigration Service.

Frequently asked questions

  • No. The Ghana Immigration Service exempts passengers on direct airside transit. A transit visa is required for indirect transit, where your luggage is not checked through and you must collect it and go through check-in and departure formalities.

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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