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Passport valid for six months required by all except nationals of ECOWAS countries who will be allowed entry with a valid travel certificate.

Required by all except the following for stays of up to three months:
(a) nationals of ECOWAS countries;
(b) nationals of Egypt, Hong Kong (SAR), Kenya, Mauritius and Singapore;
(c) those in transit to a third country travelling within 24 hours, as long as they hold onward tickets with reserved seats and do not leave the airport.

The following nationals may obtain visas upon arrival at the port of entry: Botswana, Lesotho, Malawi, Swaziland, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia.

Tourist/Business: £30 (single-entry); £40 (multiple-entry; six months); £60 (multiple-entry; one year); £70 (multiple-entry; two years); Transit: £10.

Valid for three months from the date of issue. However, length of stay is at the discretion of airport officials and only one month is guaranteed. Visas may be extended when in Ghana. Visas for one year may be granted for specific purposes.

Consulate (or Consular section at Embassy or High Commission); postal applications are accepted; see Passport/Visa Information for details. A visa can be issued on arrival to nationals of countries without a Ghanaian Mission or Consulate, but only if prior notice is given to the Director of Immigration by the traveller or their sponsor prior to arrival; see Passport/Visa Information.

(a) Valid passport. (b) Completed entry permit application form (two copies, or four if making a postal application). (c) Two passport-size photos, or four if making a postal application. (d) For postal applications, registered or recorded self-addressed envelope. (e) Fee (payable by cash, postal order or bankers’ draft made payable to the High Commission; cash is not valid for postal applications). (f) Evidence of onward/return ticket. (g) Evidence of sufficient funds. (h) If travelling at invitation of host in Ghana, a letter of invitation should be submitted. (i) Valid certificate of inoculation against Yellow Fever, if applicable. Business: (a)-(i) and, (j) Letter of guarantee from a company in support of the application (the letter should explain the nature of business the applicant will be conducting in Ghana).

Four for personal, a minimum of 10 for postal applications.

Application with sufficient notice to be made to High Commission or Embassy.

Single parents or other adults travelling alone with children should note that some countries require documentary evidence of parental responsibility before allowing lone parents to enter the country or in some cases before permitting the children to leave the country. For exact requirements contact the Ghana High Commission or Embassy (see Passport/Visa Information).

Ghana High Commission (Education, Visas and Trade) in the UK
104 Highgate Hill, London N6 5HE, UK
Tel: (020) 8342 7500 or 7580; (020) 8342 7580 or 7558 or 7501 (Visa section).
Website: www.ghana-com.co.uk
Consulate opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300 (visa collection).

Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in the USA
3512 International Drive, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 686 4520.
Website: www.ghanaembassy.org

PO Box 4386, Accra, Ghana
Tel: (21) 666 701.
Website: www.ghanatourism.gov.gh

104 Highgate Hill, London N6 5HE, UK
Tel: (020) 8342 7500 or 7580; (020) 8342 7580 or 7558 or 7501 (Visa section).
Website: www.ghana-com.co.uk
Consulate opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1300 (visa collection).

13 Belgrave Square, London SW1X 8PN, UK
Tel: (020) 7201 5900.
Website: www.ghana-com.co.uk
Opening hours: Mon-Fri 0930-1730.

3512 International Drive, NW, Washington, DC 20008, USA
Tel: (202) 686 4520.
Website: www.ghanaembassy.org

19 East 47th Street, New York, NY 10017, USA
Tel: (212) 832 1300.
Website: www.ghanaweb.com

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A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required by all nationals entering the country.

Following WHO guidelines issued in 1973, a cholera vaccination certificate is no longer a condition of entry to Ghana. However, cholera is a serious risk in this country and precautions are essential. During the rainy seasons (May to Jul and Sep to Oct) there are seasonal outbreaks of cholera. Recent outbreaks have occurred in parts of Accra and Kumasi. Up-to-date advice should be sought before deciding whether these precautions should include vaccination as medical opinion is divided over its effectiveness; see the Health appendix.

Immunisation against typhoid is usually advised. An outbreak of poliomyelitis occured in 2003.

Malaria risk, predominantly in the malignant falciparum form, exists all year throughout the country.

According to the Ghanaian High Commission in London, tap water in cities is safe to drink. Other water sources should be regarded as being potentially contaminated, and water used for drinking, brushing teeth or making ice should have first been boiled or otherwise sterilised. Milk is unpasteurised and should be boiled. Powdered or tinned milk is available and is advised, but make sure that it is reconstituted with pure water. Avoid dairy products which are likely to have been made from unboiled milk. Only eat well-cooked meat and fish, preferably served hot. Pork, salad and mayonnaise may carry increased risk. Vegetables should be cooked and fruit peeled.

Diarrhoeal diseases, including giardiasis, and typhoid fevers are common. Bilharzia (schistosomiasis) is present. Avoid swimming and paddling in fresh water; swimming pools that are well chlorinated and maintained are safe. Hepatitis A and E are widespread. Hepatitis B is endemic. Hepatitis C occurs, as do dengue fever and TB. Epidemics of meningitis and meningococcal disease may occur throughout tropical Africa, particularly in the savannah areas and during the dry season. Immunisation against diphtheria is sometimes recommended. Those visiting beaches should be aware that swimming can be dangerous due to riptides.
Rabies is present. For those at high risk, vaccination before arrival should be considered. If you are bitten, seek medical advice without delay. For more information, consult the Health appendix.

Health insurance is essential, preferably with cover for emergency evacuation. Medical facilities exist in all the regional capitals as well as in most towns and villages. Emergency medical facilities are extremely limited.

Below are listed Public Holidays for the January 2006-June 2007 period.

Jan 1 2006 New Year’s Day. Jan 10 Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice). Mar 6 Independence Day. Apr 14 Good Friday. Apr 17 Easter Monday. May 1 Labour Day. May 25 Africa Day. Jun 4 Anniversary of the 1979 Coup. Jul 1 Republic Day. Oct 22-24 Eid al-Fitr (End of Ramadan). Dec 1 National Farmers’ Day. Dec 25-26 Christmas. Dec 31 Revolution Day; Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice).
Jan 1 2005 New Year’s Day. Mar 6 Independence Day. Apr 6 Good Friday. Apr 9 Easter Monday. May 1 Labour Day. May 25 Africa Day. Jun 4 Anniversary of the 1979 Coup.

Muslim festivals are timed according to local sightings of various phases of the moon and the dates given above are approximations. During the lunar month of Ramadan that precedes Eid al-Fitr, Muslims fast during the day and feast at night and normal business patterns may be interrupted. Many restaurants are closed during the day and there may be restrictions on smoking and drinking. Some disruption may continue into Eid al-Fitr itself. Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha may last anything from two to 10 days, depending on the region. For more information, see the World of Islam appendix.