Travel Resources

Passport and Visa

Passport Validity

Your U.S. passport must have at least 6 months of validity beyond your return date, and at least one blank page for entry/exit stamps Travel.state.gov.

Visa Requirements

Most travelers require a visa to enter Ghana. Those eligible must apply in advance through a Ghanaian diplomatic mission or consulate info.globalbrigades.orgwashington.mfa.gov.gh.
Citizens of certain countries benefit from visa-free entry or may obtain a visa on arrival (e.g. some ECOWAS nationals, post-2025 additions like Colombia, Morocco, etc.) Wikipedia.
Visas on arrival are possible if pre-arranged approval from Ghana Immigration has been secured Wikipedia.

Immunizations

Mandatory Entry Requirement

Yellow fever vaccination is required for all travelers aged 9 months and older entering Ghana, with documented proof upon arrival Travel.state.govRustic Pathways.

Recommended & Advisable Vaccinations

According to CDC and other health authorities:

Recommended: Typhoid, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Polio, Tdap (tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis), MMR, Influenza, COVID-19 (if eligible), Rabies, Pneumonia, Chickenpox/Shingles Passport Health.
Malaria prophylaxis is strongly advised—Ghana has widespread transmission, and chloroquine-resistant strains; consult a travel health specialist Passport Healtheducationabroad.isp.msu.edu.
Other precautions: Take measures against dengue, Lassa fever, schistosomiasis, leishmaniasis, and general travelers’ illnesses through safer food, clean water, and bug protection measures Passport Health.

Travel Checklist for Ghana (from the U.S.)

Valid passport (must be valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates, with at least 2 blank pages).
Ghana visa (apply online or through the Ghana Embassy/Consulate before travel).
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate (required for entry).
Copies of passport, visa, vaccination card, and travel insurance (keep digital + paper copies).

Required immunizations: Yellow Fever.
Recommended immunizations: Hepatitis A & B, Typhoid, MMR, Tdap, Polio booster.
Malaria prevention: prescription meds (e.g., Malarone, Doxycycline, or Lariam).
Travel health kit: mosquito repellent (30–50% DEET), sunscreen, hand sanitizer, first aid kit, any personal prescriptions.

Notify bank/credit card company of travel dates.
Bring some USD cash (new, crisp bills—$50s or $100s preferred for best exchange rate).
Plan to use cash (Ghanaian Cedi, GHS) for most expenses. ATMs available in cities.
Consider a money belt or crossbody bag for security.

Lightweight, breathable clothing (cotton/linen).
Conservative outfits (for cultural sensitivity, especially at religious or rural sites).
Comfortable walking shoes & sandals.
Rain jacket or umbrella (rainy season: Apr–Jun & Sept–Nov).
Universal power adapter (Ghana uses Type D & G plugs, 230V).
Reusable water bottle + water purification tablets/filters.
Travel pillow, eye mask, earplugs (for long flights).

Complete entry card (provided on plane/at airport).
Show passport, visa, Yellow Fever card at immigration.
Have hotel address & contact info ready for customs.
Arrange reliable transportation from airport (pre-booked taxi, hotel shuttle, or trusted driver).