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United Arab Emirates to Ghana visa requirements

UAE ordinary passport holders need a visa for Ghana and can apply through Ghana's official eVisa portal before travel. The official portal lists tourist visas for short-term recreation up to 3 months, with single or multiple entry available; the final fee and currency should be confirmed in the portal during application. Ghana now operates an official electronic visa portal for visa applications, issued by the Ghana Immigration Service. The United Arab Emirates is not listed among Ghana's visa-exempt ordinary-passport countries on the GIS visa regime page, so UAE ordinary passport holders should apply for a Ghana visa before travel, normally through the official eVisa portal or a Ghana mission if required. The official portal's tourist visa data describes holidays, family visits, and short-term recreation up to 3 months, with validity shown as 30-90 days, maximum duration 90 days, and both single and multiple entry available. The same official data lists a default processing period of 5 days and required documents including passport bio page, photo, travel itinerary or flight booking, proof of accommodation, invitation/host letter, yellow fever vaccination certificate, and onward/return ticket. The portal exposes fee fields rather than a simple public USD tariff, so travelers should confirm the final amount and currency at checkout and avoid relying on third-party fee conversions.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-06-19
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 2026-06-19
Visa type
Electronic visa (e-Visa) - tourist, applied online before travel
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry available
from issue date
Visa fee
Portal-calculated; official visa-type data lists tourist base_fee 26000 plus government_fee 40 and platform_fee 10 fields
consular fee only
Processing time
Default processing listed by the official portal as 5 days
standard track
Validity
Tourist visa validity period listed as 30-90 days; single-entry visa validity warning says 90 days from issuance
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 eVisa portal
Use Ghana's official eVisa portal at evisa.immigration.gov.gh, run the eligibility check for the United Arab Emirates, and register an applicant account. Avoid third-party sites that add markups.
· Official portal· Ghana Immigration Service
/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 portal-calculated visa fee
Pay the amount shown by the official portal by card or another supported method. Confirm the final currency and total at checkout; do not rely on third-party USD conversions.
· Card payment· Confirm total in portal
/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

13 items
Personalized checklist
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RequiredUAE passport valid 6+ months beyond stay with blank pages
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Ghana e-Visa (printed copy)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-style photograph for the application
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredValid yellow fever vaccination certificate
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of onward or return travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredProof of accommodation / host details in Ghana
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredPortal-calculated visa fee paid online by card or supported method
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel itinerary covering your stay
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the visit
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RecommendedTravel and medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
RecommendedTravel medical insurance
Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates
Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.
Application link included: Ghana eVisa - Official Electronic Visa Application Portal
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa feePortal-calculatedOfficial visa-type data lists base_fee 26000, government_fee 40, and platform_fee 10 fields; confirm final amount and currency in the portal
Multiple-entry selectionPortal-calculatedTourist visa entry_type is listed as both single and multiple; the public API does not support the old fixed multiple-entry USD table
Third-party service fee0 if avoidedApply directly on the official Ghana eVisa portal to avoid third-party markups
Total estimatePortal-calculatedPortal-calculatedincl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
UAE is not on Ghana's ordinary-passport visa-exempt list
The GIS visa regime page lists exempt countries and categories; the United Arab Emirates is not listed as visa-free for ordinary passports.
High
/02
Official eVisa platform is live
Ghana's Ministry of the Interior announced the eVisa platform, and the official portal describes itself as operated by Ghana Immigration Service with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
High
/03
Tourist visa allows up to 3 months
The official tourist visa record lists short-term recreation up to 3 months, validity 30-90 days, and maximum duration 90 days.
Medium
/04
Fee table should not be converted manually
The official portal exposes fee fields and calculates the payable amount at application time, so fixed third-party USD estimates should not be used as authoritative.
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
2026-06-19
Reviewed by Claude Code
Second-pass review: re-verified the evidence chain against official sources; key facts confirmed and checked-date refreshed.
2026-06-19
Ghana eVisa portal URL corrected
Replaced stale former portal references with the official evisa.immigration.gov.gh portal URL across sources, steps and FAQ.
2026-06-18 · major
Ghana eVisa fee and stay guidance corrected
Updated to the official Ghana eVisa portal and visa-types API, corrected tourist stay to up to 90 days, removed unsupported fixed USD fee claims, and replaced third-party launch coverage with official sources.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can a UAE passport holder enter Ghana visa-free?
No. Ghana Immigration Service's visa regime page does not list the United Arab Emirates as visa-free for ordinary passports. Apply for a visa before travel.
Where should I apply for the Ghana eVisa?+
How much does the Ghana eVisa cost for an Emirati traveler?+
How long can I stay in Ghana on a tourist eVisa?+
Do I need a yellow fever vaccination to enter Ghana?+
How long does Ghana eVisa processing take?+
/11 — Passport tools

Tools for the United Arab Emirates passport

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