🇵🇭Philippines

🇬🇭GhanaPH-GH

Philippines to Ghana visa requirements

Q: Can I get a Ghana eVisa online from the Philippines?

Yes. Since 25 May 2026, Ghana's official portal at evisa.immigration.gov.gh lets eligible nationals apply, pay, and receive the eVisa online. Confirm eligibility with the portal's checker before applying.

Q: How much does a Ghana tourist eVisa cost?

For non-African nationals, a standard single-entry eVisa is USD 260. Priority (48h) is USD 338 and express (5h) is USD 442. Multiple-entry starts at USD 468.

Q: Is a yellow fever vaccination required?

Yes. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is compulsory to both apply for the eVisa and enter Ghana. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel.

Q: How long can I stay in Ghana on a tourist eVisa?

The tourist eVisa is typically single entry for up to 30 days, with roughly 3 months validity to enter from the issue date.

Q: Is Ghana part of the Schengen area?

No. Ghana is in West Africa and is not a Schengen country, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

Philippine ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Ghana. As of late May 2026, Ghana operates an official national eVisa platform (evisa.immigration.gov.gh), so most tourists can now apply online instead of mailing passports to an embassy. A mandatory yellow fever vaccination certificate is required to apply and to enter. Ghana is not visa-free for Filipino citizens, and it is not part of the Schengen area. Historically, Filipino travelers had to obtain a paper/embassy visa or arrange a complicated visa-on-arrival. On 25 May 2026, President John Dramani Mahama inaugurated Ghana's new national eVisa portal at evisa.immigration.gov.gh, allowing eligible nationals from 190+ countries to apply, pay, and receive their authorization online. A Philippine passport holder traveling for tourism should apply for a single-entry tourist eVisa. Non-African nationals pay USD 260 for a standard single-entry eVisa; multiple-entry and priority/express options cost more. The tourist eVisa typically authorizes a 30-day stay with about 3 months validity to enter. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is compulsory and must be uploaded with the application. Because the portal is new and eligibility is checked per nationality, applicants should confirm their status using the portal's eligibility checker; if online application is unavailable for any reason, the Ghana embassy/consulate route remains the fallback.

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

Tourist eVisa (electronic visa)

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days per entry

per entry

Entries

Single entry (multiple-entry available at higher cost)

from issue date

Visa fee

USD 260 (standard single-entry, non-African nationals)

consular fee only

Processing time

3-5 business days standard; 48h priority; 5h express

standard track

Validity

Approx. 3 months to enter from date of issue

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check eligibility on the official portal

Go to evisa.immigration.gov.gh and use the eligibility checker to confirm Philippine passport holders can apply online for a tourist eVisa.

· evisa.immigration.gov.gh· Philippine ordinary passport

/02

Get vaccinated for yellow fever

Obtain a yellow fever vaccination at least 10 days before travel and keep the ICVP certificate; it is compulsory to both apply and enter Ghana.

· Mandatory· 10 days before travel

/03

Gather supporting documents

Prepare a passport valid 6+ months, a passport photo, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, travel itinerary, and (if requested) an invitation letter.

· Passport 6+ months· Onward ticket

/04

Complete the online application

Fill in the eVisa form on the official portal, upload your documents and yellow fever certificate, and select single- or multiple-entry plus processing speed.

· Single entry· Choose processing speed

/05

Pay the visa fee online

Pay the applicable fee by card on the portal (USD 260 standard single-entry for non-African nationals).

· USD 260· Card payment

/06

Receive and print the eVisa

Download the approved eVisa (typically in 3-5 business days), print it, and present it with your passport on arrival in Ghana.

· Print eVisa· Present on arrival

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

Philippines -> Ghana · Tourist eVisa (electronic visa)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredPhilippine passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay

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

required

RequiredCompleted Ghana eVisa application via evisa.immigration.gov.gh

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

required

RequiredRecent passport-size photograph (digital scan)

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

required

RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (ICVP)

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

required

RequiredReturn or onward flight ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel booking or host details)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredeVisa fee paid (USD 260 standard single-entry)

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

required

RecommendedTravel itinerary

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

OptionalLetter of invitation (if visiting family/business)

Signed or stamped letter with host contact details and visit arrangements

optional

RecommendedProof of sufficient funds for the trip

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

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 eVisa - Official Electronic Visa Application Portal Ghana officially launches new e-Visa portal - VisasNews Ghana Immigration Service - Fees and Charges

Application link included: Ghana eVisa - Official Electronic Visa Application Portal

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Single-entry eVisa (standard)USD 260Non-African nationals; 3-5 business days

Single-entry eVisa (48h priority)USD 338Faster processing option

Single-entry eVisa (5h express)USD 442Fastest processing option

Multiple-entry eVisa (standard)USD 468For multiple visits

Total estimateUSD 260 — USD 468incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard

3-5 business days

Default processing for the single-entry tourist eVisa at USD 260.

Priority

48 hours

Faster processing for an added fee (USD 338 single-entry).

Express

5 hours

Fastest option for urgent travel (USD 442 single-entry).

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

No visa-waiver agreement

The Philippines and Ghana have no bilateral visa-exemption agreement, so Filipino tourists always need a visa.

High

/02

Not visa-free or VOA for Filipinos

Ghana does not grant Filipino ordinary passport holders visa-free entry; advance authorization is required.

High

/03

New eVisa system

Ghana's national eVisa portal launched 25 May 2026, making online application the primary channel for eligible nationals.

High

/04

Yellow fever requirement

Proof of yellow fever vaccination is compulsory to apply and enter, a common reason applications stall.

Medium

/05

Eligibility still being verified per nationality

As the portal is new, some nationalities must confirm eligibility or fall back to the embassy route.

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

Philippines to Ghana route verified

Confirmed visa required for Philippine ordinary passport holders; Ghana launched its national eVisa portal (evisa.immigration.gov.gh) on 25 May 2026. Verdict set to eVisa with USD 260 standard single-entry fee and mandatory yellow fever certificate.

/09 — The questions