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France to Ghana visa requirements

Q: Can I get a visa on arrival in Ghana?

No. With the launch of Ghana's new e-Visa portal on 25 May 2026, the previous visa-on-arrival scheme was discontinued. You must apply online in advance.

Q: How long does the Ghana e-Visa take to process?

Standard processing is roughly 96 hours (about four days). An express option delivers the e-Visa in around five hours for a higher fee.

Q: How much does the Ghana tourist e-Visa cost for a French traveler?

Around USD 260 for a standard single-entry e-Visa, more for express processing, and about USD 468 for a multiple-entry visa. The 2026 fee waiver for African passport holders does not apply to France.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination for Ghana?

Yes. A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry to Ghana and may be checked at the border.

Q: How long can I stay in Ghana on the tourist e-Visa?

The standard single-entry tourist e-Visa permits a stay of up to 30 days, with the visa generally valid for about three months from issue. Extensions can be requested in-country through the Ghana Immigration Service.

French passport holders need a visa for Ghana and, since 25 May 2026, must obtain it online through Ghana's new national e-Visa portal before travel. Visa-on-arrival has been discontinued. A France ordinary passport holder is NOT eligible to enter Ghana visa-free and cannot get a visa on arrival. Ghana inaugurated a new national e-Visa platform (evisa.immigration.gov.gh) on 25 May 2026, replacing both the old paper/embassy process for most tourists and the previous visa-on-arrival scheme, which has been discontinued. French nationals apply online, upload a passport scan and photo, pay by card, and receive an electronic authorization (typically within 96 hours; an express option is available). The standard single-entry tourist e-Visa allows a 30-day stay and is generally valid for 3 months from issue. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry. Note: a 25 May 2026 policy waives visa fees for African passport holders, but this does NOT apply to France; French applicants pay the standard non-African fee. Ghana is not in the Schengen area, so Schengen/ETIAS rules are irrelevant here.

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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 (extendable in-country via GIS)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (standard); multiple-entry option available

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 260 (standard single-entry); USD 468 (multiple-entry)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 96 hours standard; ~5 hours express

standard track

Validity

Approximately 3 months from date of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm you need an e-Visa

French ordinary passport holders require a visa for Ghana. Since 25 May 2026 it must be obtained online via the official portal; visa-on-arrival no longer exists.

· evisa.immigration.gov.gh· Tourist purpose

/02

Check eligibility and create an account

Open the official Ghana e-Visa portal, run the short eligibility check for France, and register an account to start a tourism application.

· ~5 min· Account required

/03

Complete the application form

Enter personal and passport details, travel dates, accommodation and a return/onward ticket. Upload a passport bio-page scan and a passport-style photo.

· ~15 min· Passport valid 6+ months

/04

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the e-Visa fee by credit or debit card. Choose standard or express processing.

· Card payment· USD 260 standard

/05

Receive and verify your e-Visa

Approval and the e-Visa document are normally delivered by email within ~96 hours (sooner with express). Check all details are correct.

· Email delivery· Track online

/06

Travel with your documents

Carry a printed and/or digital e-Visa, your passport, yellow fever certificate, and proof of onward travel and accommodation for inspection at Kotoka International Airport.

· Print + digital copy· Show at port of entry

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

France -> Ghana · Electronic visa (e-Visa) - tourist, applied online before travel

0 / 13 complete

Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPassport valid for at least 6 months beyond entry with blank pages

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredApproved Ghana e-Visa (printed and/or digital copy)

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RequiredRecent passport-style photo (digital upload)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed return or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or invitation/host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RequiredCredit or debit card for online fee payment

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

RecommendedTravel itinerary / planned dates of travel

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance for the trip

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.

Official sourcesGhana e-Visa - Official Electronic Visa Application Portal (Ghana Immigration Service)France-Visas - Ghana (French Ministry / official visa portal)Ghana Immigration Service - Visas

Application link included: Ghana e-Visa - Official Electronic Visa Application Portal (Ghana Immigration Service)

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Single-entry tourist e-Visa (standard)USD 260Standard ~96-hour processing

Express processing surchargeUSD 442 totalApprox. 5-hour expedited processing

Multiple-entry e-VisaUSD 468For travelers needing more than one entry

Total estimateUSD 260 — USD 468incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard e-Visa

~96 hours (about 4 days)

Default online processing; apply at least a week before travel to be safe.

Express e-Visa

~5 hours

Expedited online processing for urgent travel at a higher fee.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

France is not on Ghana's visa-exempt list

Ghana grants visa-free or fee-free access to ECOWAS/African passport holders and a limited set of nationalities; France is not among them, so a visa is mandatory.

High

/02

Visa-on-arrival discontinued in 2026

With the new e-Visa portal launched 25 May 2026, the previous visa-on-arrival option was withdrawn, so travelers must apply before departure.

High

/03

Missing yellow fever certificate

Ghana requires proof of yellow fever vaccination; travelers without it can be refused boarding or entry.

Medium

/04

Applying too close to departure

Standard processing takes around 96 hours, so last-minute applications risk missing the trip unless express is used.

Medium

/05

Assuming the African fee waiver applies

The 25 May 2026 fee waiver covers African passport holders only; French nationals must still pay the standard fee.

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

France to Ghana route verified

Confirmed via Ghana's official e-Visa portal and France-Visas that French passport holders need an e-Visa; Ghana's new national e-Visa platform launched 25 May 2026 and visa-on-arrival was discontinued.

/09 — The questions