Ghana has officially launched its new online visa application system, allowing travelers to apply for visas digitally without visiting embassies physically.

The new platform is operated by the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Official E-Visa Links

Official Portal:



https://evisa.immigration.gov.gh






Start New Visa Application:



https://evisa.immigration.gov.gh/dashboard/applicant/applications/new

What The New Ghana E-Visa System Offers

• Online visa applications


• Digital document uploads


• Tourist and Business visa options


• Single and Multiple Entry visas


• Online payment processing


• Application tracking system


• Electronic visa approval delivery

Available Visa Types

• Tourist Visa


• Business Visa

Entry Options

• Single Entry


• Multiple Entry

Tourist visas currently show durations between 30–90 days.

Step-by-Step Guide To Apply For Ghana E-Visa

Step 1 — Visit The Official Portal

Go to:

Ghana E-Visa Portal






Click on New Visa Application.

Step 2 — Create An Account

Applicants must register using:

• First Name


• Last Name


• Email Address


• Password


• Nationality Information

After signing up, verify your email and log into your dashboard.

Step 3 — Select Visa Type

• Tourist Visa


• Business Visa

You will also choose:

• Single Entry


• Multiple Entry

Step 4 — Upload Required Documents

DOCUMENTS YOU’LL NEED

• Passport Bio Page


• Passport Photograph


• Travel Itinerary / Flight Booking


• Proof of Accommodation


• Bank Statement / Proof of Funds


• Letter of Invitation / Host Letter


• Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate


• Onward / Return Ticket

Step 5 — Pay Processing Fees

The platform provides multiple processing options:

• Standard Processing


• Priority Processing


• Express Processing

Processing fees depend on:

• Visa type


• Visa duration


• Nationality


• Processing speed selected

Express and Priority processing options cost more than standard applications.

Step 6 — Submit & Track Application

After submission, applicants can track their visa status online using their application reference number.

Track here:



https://evisa.immigration.gov.gh/track

EXPERT GUIDE & IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS

Passport Validity

Your passport must remain valid for at least 6 months beyond your intended stay in Ghana.

Hotel Booking Requirement

Your accommodation booking must:

• Show your full name


• Match your travel dates


• Match information submitted in your application

Yellow Fever Vaccination

Yellow Fever vaccination is a mandatory entry requirement.

Travelers must present proof of vaccination upon arrival in Ghana.

It may not always be required during the visa application stage, but immigration officers can request it at entry points.

Important Immigration Notice

Receiving a Ghana visa does not automatically guarantee entry into the country.
Final admission is determined by immigration officers upon arrival after verification of documents and travel purpose.

Why This Launch Matters

The launch of Ghana’s new e-Visa platform represents a major modernization of the country’s immigration system.

The digital system is expected to:

• Reduce embassy congestion


• Improve travel convenience


• Speed up visa approvals


• Boost tourism and investment


• Strengthen border security


• Support Ghana’s digital transformation agenda

Quick Reminder Before Applying

• Double-check all uploaded documents


• Ensure passport validity exceeds 6 months


• Use matching travel dates across documents


• Keep digital and printed copies of your visa


• Carry your Yellow Fever Certificate while traveling

Source

Ghana Immigration Service E-Visa Portal






Operated by the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) and Ministry of Foreign Affairs.