Ghana Passport and Visa entry requirements
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Passports:
To enter Ghana, a valid passport is required by all nationals referred to in the chart above.
Passport note:
Single parents or other adults travelling 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.
Ghana Passport and Visa entry requirements
Entry requirements for Americans: US citizens must have a passport that is valid upon arrival in Ghana. A visa is required, and can be obtained on arrival (see note, below).
Entry requirements for UK nationals: British citizens must have a passport that is valid upon arrival in Ghana. A visa is required, and can be obtained on arrival (see note, below).
Entry requirements for Canadians: Canadian citizens must have a passport that is valid upon arrival in Ghana. A visa is required, and can be obtained on arrival (see note, below).
Entry requirements for Australians: Australian citizens must have a passport that is valid upon arrival in Ghana. A visa is required, and can be obtained on arrival (see note, below).
Entry requirements for South Africans: South African citizens must have a passport that is valid upon arrival in Ghana. A visa is required, and can be obtained on arrival (see note, below).
Entry requirements for New Zealanders: New Zealand citizens must have a passport that is valid upon arrival in Ghana. A visa is required, and can be obtained on arrival (see note, below).
Entry requirements for Irish nationals: Irish citizens must have a passport that is valid upon arrival in Ghana. A visa is required, and can be obtained on arrival (see note, below).
Passport/Visa Note: Foreign visitors to Ghana must hold a return or onward ticket, as well as the necessary travel documentation for their next destination; OR a letter from their employer guaranteeing repatriation. If passengers do not have these documents, then they are required to make a deposit, with the Immigration Office, equal to the amount of a return fare. Visas can be obtained on arrival, provided passengers have applied for prior consent from the Director of Immigration, a minimum of 48 hours before arrival in the country. The visa fee is USD 100, and travellers must ensure that their visa-on-arrival approval document contains their passport and visa numbers, as well a copy of the bio data and photo page from their passport. Applications can be made by the visitor's host, business or sponsor; or directly by fax (+233 21 258249), or email (director@myzipnet.com). The host or applicant will require copy of the fax or email in order to pay for the visa. Visa exemptions apply to holders of Dual Nationality Cards issued by Ghana. Note that a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to enter Ghana. NOTE: It is highly recommended that your passport has at least six months validity remaining after your intended date of departure from your travel destination. Immigration officials often apply different rules to those stated by travel agents and official sources.
