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Vietnam to Ghana visa requirements

Q: Is visa on arrival available for Vietnamese passport holders?

Not as a general option. Ghana grants visa on arrival only in limited cases with prior approval, so Vietnamese tourists should secure an eVisa or embassy visa in advance.

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

A single-entry tourist eVisa typically allows up to 30 days, within a 3-month validity window. Confirm the exact stay on your approved visa.

Q: Do I need a yellow fever vaccination?

Yes. Ghana requires a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate for entry; carry it with your passport and visa.

Q: How much does a Ghana visa cost for a Vietnamese traveler?

Roughly USD 100-260 depending on the channel and entry type. Embassy single entry is about USD 100; the eVisa portal and multiple-entry options are higher.

Q: Is Ghana part of the Schengen area?

No. Ghana is in West Africa, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply; you need a Ghana-specific visa.

Vietnamese ordinary passport holders need a visa to enter Ghana. Vietnam is not on Ghana's visa-exempt or visa-on-arrival lists. As of 2026 the recommended channel is Ghana's official eVisa/ETA portal launched by the Ghana Immigration Service; an embassy/consular visa remains an alternative where no eVisa is yet available for your category. A Vietnam (VN) ordinary passport holder traveling to Ghana for tourism requires a visa obtained before travel. Ghana is in West Africa, not the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 and ETIAS rules do not apply. Vietnam is not among Ghana's visa-exempt nationalities (which cover African Union member states, ECOWAS, and a short list including Singapore and several Caribbean states) and is not eligible for unconditional visa on arrival. In 2026 the Ghana Immigration Service brought online an official electronic visa portal (evisa.immigration.gov.gh) covering tourist, business, student and transit categories, with an Eligibility Checker by nationality. The eVisa is the recommended route for most travelers: it is applied for fully online with passport scan and photo, typically issued within about 72-96 hours of approval, and the sample tourist eVisa shows a 3-month validity window with a 30-day single-entry stay. A traditional visa from a Ghanaian embassy/consulate is the fallback channel and historically costs about USD 100 (single entry) / USD 180 (multiple entry) at standard service. Because the eVisa system is still in a transitional rollout, travelers should confirm their nationality's eligibility on the official portal before booking and carry proof of onward travel, accommodation and yellow fever vaccination. Default verdict is visa-required via the eVisa channel; do not travel assuming visa-free or on-arrival entry.

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 / ETA) - tourist; embassy visa as alternative

Maximum stay

Up to 30 days (single entry tourist)

per entry

Entries

Single entry (multiple-entry available)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approx. USD 100-260 single entry depending on channel (embassy approx. USD 100; eVisa portal higher)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approx. 72-96 hours after online application; expedited options available

standard track

Validity

3 months from issue (enter within validity window)

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Check eligibility on the official portal

Use the Eligibility Checker at evisa.immigration.gov.gh with your Vietnamese nationality to confirm the eVisa/ETA tourist category is open to you; if not yet available, apply at a Ghanaian embassy/consulate.

· Official portal· Nationality: Vietnam

/02

Prepare your documents

Scan your passport bio-data page (valid 6+ months with blank pages), a recent passport photo, proof of accommodation, return/onward ticket and yellow fever vaccination certificate.

· Digital copies· Yellow fever required

/03

Complete the online application

Create an account on the Ghana eVisa portal, fill in personal and travel details, select tourist purpose and single or multiple entry, and upload your documents.

· Online form

/04

Pay the visa fee

Pay the eVisa fee by card on the portal; note merchant/card surcharges may apply. Keep the payment receipt.

· Card payment

/05

Wait for approval

Standard processing is about 72-96 hours. You receive an electronic approval/visa by email; check the portal status.

· ~72-96 hours

/06

Print and travel

Print the approved eVisa and carry it with your passport and supporting documents. Present them to immigration on arrival in Ghana (e.g. Kotoka International Airport, Accra).

· Carry printout

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

13 items

Personalized checklist

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredVietnamese passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry, with 2+ blank pages

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

required

RequiredApproved Ghana eVisa printout (or embassy visa sticker)

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 photograph (digital for 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 host invitation)

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

RecommendedTravel/medical insurance covering Ghana

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

recommended

RecommendedVisa fee payment receipt / confirmation

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

recommended

RecommendedEligibility confirmed for your nationality on the official portal before booking

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 Immigration Service - Official eVisa Portal Visa policy of Ghana - Wikipedia Embassy of Ghana, Washington DC - Consular Fees

Application link included: Ghana Immigration Service - Official eVisa Portal

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

eVisa single entry (tourist)Approx. USD 150Online via official Ghana Immigration Service portal; figure varies during 2026 rollout

eVisa multiple entryApprox. USD 200-260Higher tier for multiple entries

Embassy single entry visaUSD 100Standard service at a Ghanaian mission (alternative channel)

Embassy multiple entry visaUSD 180Standard service; expedited approx. USD 250

Card/merchant surchargeVariableAdded when paying by debit/credit card

Total estimateUSD 100 — USD 260incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

eVisa standard (online)

Approx. 72-96 hours

Apply on the official Ghana eVisa portal; approval emailed after document review. Recommended for most tourists.

eVisa expedited

Faster than standard, higher fee

Priority processing option where offered on the portal.

Embassy/consular visa

Several business days to weeks

Apply by appointment at a Ghanaian mission; standard or expedited service.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Vietnam not on visa-exempt list

Ghana waives visas mainly for African Union/ECOWAS members and a short list (e.g. Singapore, some Caribbean states); Vietnam is not included.

High

/02

No unconditional visa on arrival for Vietnam

Visa on arrival is limited to specific cases (e.g. nationals of countries with no Ghanaian mission, with pre-approval), not a general option for Vietnamese tourists.

High

/03

eVisa portal now the primary channel

Ghana Immigration Service launched its official eVisa/ETA portal in 2026, making online application the recommended route.

Medium

/04

Yellow fever requirement

Ghana requires proof of yellow fever vaccination for entry, a frequent reason for refusal at the border if missing.

Medium

/05

Transitional rollout uncertainty

During the 2026 transition, eligibility and exact fees vary, so confirming on the official portal avoids errors.

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

Vietnam to Ghana route verified

Confirmed via Ghana Immigration Service eVisa portal and Ghana visa policy sources that Vietnamese ordinary passport holders require a visa; eVisa is the recommended channel, embassy visa the alternative. Vietnam is not visa-exempt or eligible for unconditional visa on arrival.

/09 — The questions