Ghana Visa Types. Which one do you need?
Eligible travelers can apply online for Ghana eVisas for tourism, business, medical travel and other qualifying purposes, without visiting an embassy for the eVisa application.
Single Entry Standard Tourist eVisa
Multiple Entry Standard Tourist eVisa
Single Entry Express 5H Tourist eVisa
Multiple Entry Express 5H Tourist eVisa
Single Entry Priority 48H Tourist eVisa
Multiple Entry Priority 48H Tourist eVisa
Do I need a visa for Ghana?
Most foreign nationals need a visa to enter Ghana, and eligible travellers can apply online for an eVisa instead of visiting an embassy. Travelling on a US passport, you do need a Ghana visa — the options available to you are Single Entry Standard Tourist eVisa, Multiple Entry Standard Tourist eVisa, Single Entry Express 5H Tourist eVisa.
Ghana Visa Fees & Cost
Ghana visa fees vary by passport nationality and visa type. The government fee is set by Ghana and paid to them; our service fee is separate and covers expert review of your application before it is submitted. Fees below are for a US passport.
| Visa type | Government fee | Max stay | Our service from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Entry Standard Tourist eVisa | $260.00 | 30 days | $59.00 |
| Multiple Entry Standard Tourist eVisa | $468.00 | 30 days | $59.00 |
| Single Entry Express 5H Tourist eVisa | $442.00 | 30 days | $59.00 |
| Multiple Entry Express 5H Tourist eVisa | $796.00 | 30 days | $59.00 |
| Single Entry Priority 48H Tourist eVisa | $338.00 | 30 days | $59.00 |
| Multiple Entry Priority 48H Tourist eVisa | $608.00 | 30 days | $59.00 |
Ghana Visa Processing Time
Ghana asks travellers to apply at least 15 days before arrival. Government processing usually takes 15 days, but governments do not guarantee a decision date, so apply as early as you can — applications are accepted well ahead of travel.
Our Standard, Rush and Emergency options set how quickly we review and file your application; the decision itself remains with the Ghana government. Whichever you choose, we tell you the date your visa is guaranteed by — on time or your money back.
How to Get Your Ghana Visa — Step by Step
Ghana Visa Requirements
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Ghana Visa Requirements by Nationality
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Ghana visa requirements for other passport holders
Visa eligibility, fees and available visa types vary by passport. Choose your nationality for Ghana visa requirements specific to you.
PassportsAndVisas.com relies exclusively on official government sources for visa requirements. Our VIE Intelligence Engine cross-references multiple official sources daily to ensure accuracy.
- ▶Ghana Official Immigration Portal. (Web). Official government portal
- ▶U.S. Department of State — Ghana Travel Information. (Web). travel.state.gov
- ▶IATA Timatic — Visa & Health Requirements Database. (Web). iatatravelcentre.com
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