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Ghana Visa & Policy Updates

4 stories · updated May 21, 2026

Ghana has transitioned to a digital e-visa system for 190 nationalities, offering 90-day stays for remote workers and travelers. Starting May 2026, the portal provides free electronic travel authorizations for African citizens, while other international applicants pay a $260 fee. Recent policy updates also include the removal of DNA testing and GHS 25,000 fees for diaspora citizenship applicants alongside expanded flight connectivity through a new partnership with Ethiopia.

May 21, 2026

Ghana and Ethiopia flight expansion cuts travel costs for remote workers

Ghana and Ethiopia have agreed to deepen aviation and tourism ties to increase flight connectivity across Africa. The partnership aims to establish Ghana as a regional hub, providing more transit options and flexible travel routes for nomads and international tourists.

May 21, 2026

Ghana's $260 e-Visa and free ETA for African travelers went live May 25

Ghana switched to a fully digital e-Visa portal on May 25, letting international travelers apply for entry permits online. African passport holders get free electronic travel authorizations (ETAs), cutting costs and paperwork for regional nomads and business visitors.

May 14, 2026

Ghana launches e-visa for 190 nationalities with 90 day stays for nomads

Ghana has officially transitioned to a digital e-visa system to streamline entry for tourists and remote workers. The new platform replaces traditional sticker visas for most nationalities, allowing travelers to apply and receive approval online before arrival.

April 30, 2026

Ghana waives fees for African travelers in new e-visa rollout

Ghana's new digital visa platform eliminates the need for embassy visits, offering faster processing for international travelers. African citizens will benefit from fee-free applications, while all visitors gain access to a streamlined online approval process.

April 9, 2026

Ghana's Free E-Visa for African Nationals: What to Know

Starting May 2026, Ghana will eliminate visa fees for all African citizens through a new electronic application system. This change simplifies entry for regional digital nomads and travelers while aiming to boost intra-continental trade and tourism.

March 27, 2026

Ghana drops GHS 25,000 fee and DNA test for diaspora citizenship route

Ghana has reopened citizenship applications for the African diaspora following a brief suspension to streamline the process. Key updates for eligible applicants include the removal of mandatory DNA testing and the elimination of upfront administrative fees.

February 26, 2026

Ghana Rolls Out National E-Visa System

Ghana is transitioning to a fully digital e-visa system to streamline entry for international travelers and the diaspora. The rollout, expected by early 2026, aims to eliminate physical paperwork and simplify the application process for long-term visitors and remote workers.