West Africa · GH · ACC · KMS
Ghana entry requirements
What you need to enter Ghana: visa rules by passport, vaccines, arrival airports and practical details for your trip.
Entry rules change often. We checked these on 27 October 2026 against the sources below. Confirm with the embassy before you book.
Visa rules by passport
| Passports | Entry | Fee | Stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Poland, Finland, Sweden, Germany, Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy, Ireland, United Kingdom | eVisa | See portal | — |
| United States | eVisa | US$60 single entry | — |
Most EU passports: Apply online; the pre-approved visa is collected on arrival.
Detailed guide for your passport
Health and vaccines
Yellow fever. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all arriving travellers (usually from 9 months or 1 year of age).
Malaria. Malaria is present across most of the country. Ask a travel clinic about antimalarial tablets.
Routine vaccines should be up to date. Travel clinics commonly also discuss hepatitis A, typhoid and, for longer rural stays, rabies. Book 6 to 8 weeks before departure.
Practical details
- Capital
- Accra
- Currency
- Ghanaian cedi (GHS)
- Languages
- English, Akan, Ewe
- Plug types
- D, G
- Best time
- November to March
- Main airports
- Accra (ACC), Kumasi (KMS)
Highlights of Ghana
- Cape Coast Castle
- Kakum canopy walk
- Mole National Park
Frequently asked questions
Do EU citizens need a visa for Ghana?
Yes. Most EU passport holders need a visa (evisa).
Is a yellow fever vaccination required for Ghana?
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for all arriving travellers (usually from 9 months or 1 year of age).
Is there malaria in Ghana?
Malaria is present across most of the country. Ask a travel clinic about antimalarial tablets.
What is the best time to visit Ghana?
November to March is generally the best time to visit.
What currency is used in Ghana?
The currency is the Ghanaian cedi (GHS). Cards work in cities and larger hotels; carry some cash for markets and rural areas.
Sources
- WHO: Yellow fever vaccination requirements, country list
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for German citizens (EU reference)
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for British citizens
- Wikipedia: Visa requirements for United States citizens
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