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Do UAE passport holders need a visa to visit GH?

UAE ordinary passport holders need a Ghana e-Visa before travel. Apply online at the official portal (evisa.immigration.gov.gh), pay the fee, and receive an electronic visa by email. The free ETA introduced on 25 May 2026 applies only to African passport holders, so Emirati travelers pay the standard non-African e-Visa fee. As of 25 May 2026 Ghana operates a fully online e-Visa system run by the Ghana Immigration Service, which replaced the previous visa-on-arrival arrangement. The new platform grants a free electronic travel authorization (ETA) to holders of African passports traveling for tourism or business, but the United Arab Emirates is not an African country, so a UAE ordinary passport holder must apply for and pay for a standard e-Visa. The single-entry tourist e-Visa costs USD 260 under normal processing (3-5 business days), with paid priority (48 hours, USD 338) and express (5 hours, USD 442) tiers; multiple-entry e-Visas cost USD 468/608/796. A single-entry visa is generally valid for up to 3 months from issue with a stay of up to 30 days. A passport valid for at least 6 months, proof of onward travel, and a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate are required for entry. Travelers should apply only through the official portal and avoid third-party agents that add markups.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Electronic visa (e-Visa) - tourist, applied online before travel
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Single entry (multiple-entry available at higher fee)
from issue date
Visa fee
From USD 260 (single-entry, normal processing)
consular fee only
Processing time
3-5 business days (normal); 48-hour and 5-hour paid options available
standard track
Validity
Single-entry visa valid up to 3 months from date of issue
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and gather documents
Ensure your UAE passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay with blank pages. Prepare a passport photo, travel itinerary with proof of onward/return travel, accommodation details, and a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Create an account on the official e-Visa portal
Go to evisa.immigration.gov.gh, run the eligibility check for the United Arab Emirates, and register an applicant account. Use only the official Ghana Immigration Service site to avoid third-party fees.
· evisa.immigration.gov.gh· Official portal only
/03
Complete the e-Visa application
Fill in personal, passport, and trip details, select the tourist visa category and single or multiple entry, and upload your photo and supporting documents.
· Tourist category· Upload documents
/04
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the non-African e-Visa fee by card. Choose normal, priority (48-hour), or express (5-hour) processing. Single-entry starts at USD 260.
· Card payment· Choose processing tier
/05
Receive and download the e-Visa
Track your application in the portal. Once approved, the e-Visa is emailed to you. Download and print a copy to present on arrival.
· Approval by email· Print a copy
/06
Travel and clear immigration in Ghana
Carry your printed e-Visa, passport, yellow fever certificate, and proof of onward travel. Present them to immigration officers at Kotoka International Airport or another port of entry.
· Carry printout· Show yellow fever proof
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

10 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 10 complete
UAE passport valid 6+ months beyond stay with blank pages
required
Approved Ghana e-Visa (printed copy)
required
Recent passport-style photograph for the application
required
Valid yellow fever vaccination certificate
required
Proof of onward or return travel
required
Proof of accommodation / host details in Ghana
required
Visa fee paid online by card
required
Travel itinerary covering your stay
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the visit
recommended
Travel and medical insurance
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Single-entry e-Visa (normal, 3-5 business days)USD 260Standard tourist e-Visa fee for non-African passport holders
Single-entry e-Visa (priority, 48 hours)USD 338Faster processing option
Single-entry e-Visa (express, 5 hours)USD 442Fastest single-entry option
Multiple-entry e-Visa (normal)USD 468Standard multiple-entry fee; priority USD 608, express USD 796
Total estimateUSD 260 — USD 796incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Normal processing
3-5 business days
Standard e-Visa processing at the base fee of USD 260 for single entry. Apply at least a week before travel.
Priority processing
48 hours
Expedited option for single-entry at USD 338; useful for shorter lead times.
Express processing
5 hours
Fastest single-entry option at USD 442 for urgent travel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
UAE is not an African passport
Ghana's free ETA introduced on 25 May 2026 applies only to African passport holders, so Emirati travelers fall under the paid non-African e-Visa regime.
High
/02
Visa-on-arrival discontinued
The new digital platform replaced the previous arrival-based process, so the visa must be secured online before departure.
High
/03
No visa-waiver agreement
There is no mutual visa-waiver between the UAE and Ghana that would allow visa-free tourist entry for ordinary passports.
Medium
/04
Pre-arrival screening required
Even the free ETA for Africans requires an online application; all travelers must be cleared before arrival, reinforcing the advance e-Visa requirement.
Medium
/05
Yellow fever entry control
Ghana mandates a yellow fever certificate at entry, an additional pre-travel requirement alongside the e-Visa.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
United Arab Emirates to Ghana route verified
Confirmed via the official Ghana Immigration Service e-Visa portal and the Ministry of the Interior launch announcement: the e-Visa system (live 25 May 2026) replaced visa-on-arrival; the free ETA applies only to African passports, so UAE ordinary passport holders require a paid e-Visa (single-entry from USD 260).
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a UAE passport holder get the free Ghana ETA?—
No. The free electronic travel authorization launched on 25 May 2026 is reserved for holders of African passports traveling for tourism or business. UAE passport holders must apply for and pay for a standard e-Visa.
Is visa-on-arrival still available in Ghana?+
How much does the Ghana e-Visa cost for an Emirati traveler?+
How long can I stay in Ghana on a tourist e-Visa?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination to enter Ghana?+
Where should I apply for the Ghana e-Visa?+
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