The passport must:

• Have at least three blank visa pages, with two of the pages facing each other

• Be valid for six months beyond the date of entry into Ghana

Passport photo requirements:

• Two (2) recent (within the last 6 months), colour photograph
• white or off-white background
• plain expression, mouth closed, eyes visible and open
• no head covering (unless for medical or religious reasons)
• no digital alterations or filters.

A copy of the travel itinerary, showing planned entry and exit dates, accommodation, and key destinations in Ghana

• Confirmed return or onward travel booking
• Hotel booking confirmation
• Or invitation letter from a Ghanaian host – if hosted: provide the host’s Ghanaian passport or residence permit, and a notarised invitation letter

• Yellow fever vaccination certificate (or official medical exemption)

Proof of sufficient funds for the duration of stay:

• Employed: A recent payslip

• Self-employed: Recent bank statements or business documents.

• Unemployed/retired: Pension letter or bank statements.

• Proof of UK address (recent utility bill, council tax, or bank statement)

For minors under 18 years of age travelling without a parent or legal guardian:

• A signed letter of consent from the parent or legal guardian is required. This letter should authorise the child to travel to Ghana and must include:
  – the full name of the minor
  – full travel dates
  – the name and relationship of the accompanying adult (if applicable)
  – contact details of the parent or guardian giving consent

• A copy of the parent or legal guardian’s passport or valid UK identification document must be included to verify their identity.

• If the minor is staying with a host in Ghana, a letter of invitation from the host and a copy of the host’s Ghanaian ID or passport may also be requested.

Printed documents from online application:

• Appointment Details Cover Sheet
• Visa Payment Slip (if applicable)
• Completed Visa Form in duplicate

• Additional documents may be requested at the discretion of the Ghana High Commission.

The Ghana High Commission operates an appointment-based system for submitting visa applications. Applicants must first complete the online application via the official website (see instructions) and select an available appointment date. Visas2 will then attend the scheduled appointment on the applicant’s behalf to submit the application.

Visa processing times are determined by the service level selected during the application process and commence from the date of the appointment. Visas are typically issued within:

• 1 working day (24-hour express service)

• 3 working days (72-hour express service)

• 5 to 7 working days (standard service)

Please note that the current waiting time to secure an appointment is approximately 3 to 4 weeks. Early preparation is strongly advised.