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Do Germany passport holders need a visa to visit GH?

German passport holders need an eVisa to enter Ghana for tourism. Ghana launched a mandatory online eVisa platform (evisa.immigration.gov.gh) on 25 May 2026, replacing the old visa-on-arrival system. Apply and pay online before you travel; there is no visa-free or visa-on-arrival channel for German citizens. As of 31 May 2026, German ordinary passport holders require a visa to visit Ghana, and Ghana now issues these through its national electronic visa portal. President Mahama inaugurated the eVisa platform on 25 May 2026, and it is operated by the Ghana Immigration Service together with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The platform handles tourist, business, student and transit categories, and Germany is explicitly among the eligible nationalities. The previous visa-on-arrival arrangement has been discontinued, so travelers must obtain authorization online before boarding. Standard single-entry tourist eVisas are priced around USD 260 with roughly 72-96 hour processing, with paid priority and express tiers available. Note that the free Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) channel applies only to ECOWAS, African Union and Caribbean nationals; German citizens use the paid eVisa, not the free ETA. Travelers should hold a passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended stay, proof of onward travel, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate, which is mandatory for entry to Ghana.
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
eVisa (electronic visa, applied online before travel)
Maximum stay
Up to 30 days per entry (typical tourist eVisa)
per entry
Entries
Single or multiple entry options
from issue date
Visa fee
From USD 260 (single entry, standard processing)
consular fee only
Processing time
Approx. 72-96 hours standard; faster paid tiers available
standard track
Validity
Typically 90 days from issue to enter; stay window printed on the visa
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm eligibility and gather documents
Verify your German passport is valid at least six months beyond your planned stay and has blank pages. Prepare a digital passport scan, passport photo, onward/return ticket, accommodation details, and your yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Passport 6+ months valid· Yellow fever certificate required
/02
Open the official Ghana eVisa portal
Go to evisa.immigration.gov.gh, the only official Ghana Immigration Service eVisa site. Avoid third-party agents that add markup. Start an application and run the eligibility check.
· evisa.immigration.gov.gh
/03
Select the tourist visa category
Choose the tourist (visit) visa and your entry type (single or multiple). Confirm the intended arrival date and length of stay.
· Tourist category· Single or multiple entry
/04
Complete the application form and upload documents
Fill in personal, passport, travel and accommodation details. Upload your passport bio page, photo, and supporting documents as specified.
/05
Pay the visa fee online
Pay the eVisa fee by card. Standard single entry is about USD 260; priority and express tiers cost more. Save the payment receipt and application reference number.
· Card payment· Keep reference number
/06
Track approval and travel with your eVisa
Track status online using your reference number. Once approved, download and print the eVisa. Present it with your passport and yellow fever certificate at the Ghanaian border.
· Print the eVisa· Carry yellow fever certificate
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

9 items
Personalized checklist
0 / 9 complete
German passport valid 6+ months beyond stay, with blank pages
required
Approved Ghana eVisa (printed copy)
required
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
required
Confirmed onward or return ticket
required
Proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)
required
Recent passport-style photo for the application
required
eVisa payment receipt and application reference number
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Travel/medical insurance
recommended
Track your progress · save & email a copy
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
eVisa single entry (standard)USD 260Standard processing, approx. 72-96 hours
eVisa single entry (48-hour priority)USD 338Faster turnaround
eVisa express (5-hour)USD 442Fastest processing tier
eVisa multiple entryApprox. USD 468Multiple-entry tourist/business eVisa
Total estimateUSD 260 — USD 468incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard
Approx. 72-96 hours
Default processing tier; apply at least a week before travel to be safe.
Priority (48-hour)
About 48 hours
Paid faster option for travelers on a tighter timeline.
Express (5-hour)
About 5 hours
Fastest option at the highest fee for urgent travel.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Apply too close to departure
Standard processing can take up to 96 hours; applying at the last minute risks missing your flight or paying for express tiers.
High
/02
No yellow fever certificate
Ghana requires proof of yellow fever vaccination on arrival; travelers without it can be denied entry regardless of a valid eVisa.
High
/03
Expecting visa-on-arrival
Ghana discontinued visa-on-arrival on 25 May 2026. Arriving without a pre-approved eVisa now leads to refused boarding or entry.
Medium
/04
Passport validity under six months
Applications and entry can be refused if the passport does not have at least six months validity beyond the intended stay.
Medium
/05
Using an unofficial booking site
Third-party agents charge markups and may submit incorrect data; only evisa.immigration.gov.gh is official.
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
Germany to Ghana route verified
Confirmed Ghana's new mandatory eVisa platform (launched 25 May 2026, evisa.immigration.gov.gh) applies to German tourists; visa-on-arrival discontinued. Verified fees from USD 260 single entry and 72-96 hour standard processing against official Ghana Immigration Service and Ministry of the Interior sources.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can German citizens get a visa on arrival in Ghana?—
No. Ghana discontinued visa-on-arrival when it launched its eVisa platform on 25 May 2026. German travelers must obtain an eVisa online before boarding their flight.
Where do I apply for the Ghana eVisa?+
How much does the Ghana eVisa cost for Germans?+
Do German citizens qualify for the free ETA?+
Is a yellow fever vaccination required?+
How long can I stay in Ghana on a tourist eVisa?+
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