Ghana Visa – Requirements and Application

A visa is required for entry to Ghana for all American citizens.

The Ghanan government can change visa requirements at any time. It is best to use a travel documents service to make sure everything is prepared for your trip.

Proof of yellow fever vaccination is also required as part of the entry process.

See below or fill out a form for other visa types.

Ghana Entry Requirements
Do I Need A…	For My Trip to Ghana?
Passport
Tourist Visa
Business Visa
Vaccinations

Sources: Ghana Embassy and U.S. State Department

Depending on the type of visa you need for you travel, different documents will be necessary. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for all travelers.

Documents needed are subject to change at any point. The Ghanaian government may request other documents as necessary.

A valid passport, two passport-style photos and a flight itinerary are needed to receive a visa. Other items may also be required depending on the purpose of travel.

Passport Health has partnered with industry leaders in travel document services, RushMyPassport and G3 Travel Services. These teams will walk you through the visa process step-by-step and handle the sometimes difficult communication with embassies and consulates.

Fees associated with visas for Ghana can vary based on visa type and length of stay. Costs can range from $200 to over $400 depending on your needs. Ghana reserves the right to change the cost of visas and visa processing at any time.

Do note, the visa fees do not include additional service fees requested by the Ghana government, cost of postage, etc.

A yellow fever vaccination is required for all travelers visiting Ghana over the age of nine months.

There are some other health risks travelers to Ghana should keep in mind. Malaria is present in the country as well as typhoid and cholera. Learn more about what vaccinations you may need with our Ghana destination advice page.

All U.S. citizens visiting Ghana should register with the STEP program before their trip. This State Department program provides extra information and support in case of emergency. Passport Health’s travel documents staff can assist you in registering.

Once in Ghana, the information for the U.S. Embassy is:

U.S. Embassy Ghana
No. 24, Fourth Circular Rd., Cantonments, Accra
P.O. Box GP 2288
Accra, Ghana
Phone: +233 (0) 30 274 1000

Visit the Embassy to Ghana website before departure to confirm correct contact details for the office.

See Passport Health’s Ghana destination advice page with information on safety, climate and more. Or, start your visa process by filling out a form today!