Ghana
All Visa Pathways(34 visas)
GhanaAfrican Union Visa Exemption Entry
Visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry for nationals of non-ECOWAS African Union member states under Ghana's AU reciprocal arrangements.
GhanaAshore Pass
Temporary landing permit for foreign crew members of ships or aircraft to go ashore in Ghana for a limited period while their vessel is in port.
GhanaAsylum Seeker Status
Temporary protection and attestation document issued to persons who have applied for refugee status with the Ghana Refugee Board while their claim is being determined.
GhanaBusiness Visa (Single Entry)
Single-entry visa for short-term business activities including meetings, conferences, and commercial negotiations in Ghana.
GhanaDependent Residence Permit
Family accompaniment permit for spouses and minor children of foreign nationals holding a valid Ghanaian residence permit, tied to the principal holder's status.
GhanaDiplomatic Visa (Gratis Visa)
Complimentary visa issued to holders of diplomatic or official/service passports and their family members for official duties in Ghana.
GhanaECOWAS Free Movement Entry (Visa Exempt)
Visa-free entry and stay of up to 90 days for nationals of ECOWAS member states under the Protocol on Free Movement of Persons; work and residence permit still required for employment.
GhanaEEV — Emergency Entry Visa (Visa on Arrival)
Temporary visa issued on arrival at port of entry for travelers unable to obtain a visa in advance, valid for up to 14 days with pre-approval from a local host.
GhanaEmployment Visa
Entry visa issued at Ghana missions abroad for foreign nationals with employer contracts, enabling initial entry to Ghana before obtaining a work and residence permit.
GhanaExtension of Visitor's Permit
Monthly extension of an existing visitor's permit for foreign nationals who need to remain in Ghana beyond their initial authorized stay period.
GhanaFree Zone Resident Permit
Residence permit for foreign employees of enterprises licensed under the Ghana Free Zones Board, processed jointly with GFZB approval.
GhanaGIPC Additional Quota Work Permit
Time-bound work permit for additional expatriate positions beyond the automatic GIPC quota, granted on a case-by-case basis with justification for specialized skills not available locally.
GhanaIndefinite Residence Permit (Foreign Spouse)
Permanent residence for non-Ghanaian spouses of Ghanaian citizens after 12 months continuous residence plus 2 years aggregate, granting right to work without a separate permit.
GhanaIndefinite Residence Permit (General)
Permanent residence status for foreign nationals who have resided continuously in Ghana for 12 months and at least 5 of the preceding 7 years, with substantial economic contribution.
GhanaMissionary / NGO Personnel Visa
Work permit for missionaries, religious workers, and NGO personnel engaged in charitable, religious, or developmental work in Ghana. Requires sponsorship from the religious organization or NGO.
GhanaN/A — Work and Residence Permit (GIPC Automatic Quota)
Investment-linked work permit allocated automatically to GIPC-registered enterprises based on paid-up foreign capital (1-4 quotas from US$50,000 to US$1M+), valid indefinitely while GIPC registration is maintained.
GhanaProhibited Area Permit
Special authorization to enter areas declared as prohibited zones by the Minister under Section 49 of the Immigration Act, required for restricted border or security zones.
GhanaRe-Entry Visa (Multiple)
Multiple re-entry visa allowing foreign residents to make repeated trips outside Ghana and return during the validity period.
GhanaRe-Entry Visa (Single)
Single re-entry visa issued to foreign residents who wish to temporarily leave Ghana and return without losing their permit status.
GhanaRefugee Status
Protection status granted by the Ghana Refugee Board under the Refugee Law 1992 (PNDCL 305D) to persons fleeing persecution based on race, religion, nationality, social group, or political opinion.
GhanaResidence Permit (Dependant)
Residence permit for spouses (married 4+ years), children, and other dependants of work permit holders or Ghanaian nationals with foreign passports.
GhanaResidence Permit (Student)
Residence permit for international students enrolled at recognized Ghanaian educational institutions, allowing part-time work of up to 20 hours per week during term.
GhanaRight of Abode (African Diaspora)
Permanent residence status for persons of African descent in the diaspora (3+ generations outside Africa) who have resided in Ghana for 7 years total including 2 years continuously, with demonstrated economic contribution.
GhanaRight of Abode (Former Ghanaian Citizens)
Permanent residence for Ghanaians by birth, adoption, registration, or naturalization who lost citizenship by acquiring foreign nationality, granting unrestricted residence and work rights.
GhanaRotators Permit (Oil and Gas)
Short-term permit for rotational workers in the upstream petroleum sector, valid for up to 6 months and renewable once, for offshore and onshore oil/gas assignments.
GhanaSelf-Employment Permit
Work permit for foreign nationals operating their own business or practicing a profession independently in Ghana, requiring business registration and GIPC compliance.
GhanaShort-Term Work Permit
Temporary work permit valid for up to 6 months for short-duration assignments, project-based work, or temporary postings in Ghana.
GhanaStudy Visa
Entry visa for international students accepted into a full-time course of study at a recognized Ghanaian educational institution.
GhanaSummary Visa
Expedited visa processing category for urgent or simplified applications handled through Ghana Immigration Service administrative channels.
GhanaTourist Visa (Single Entry)
Short-stay visa for tourism, sightseeing, and visiting places of interest in Ghana, valid for up to 90 days on a single entry.
GhanaTransit Visa
Short-stay visa for travelers passing through Ghana en route to another destination, typically valid for up to 48 hours.
GhanaVolunteer Visa
Entry visa for foreign volunteers working under a valid memorandum of understanding with a recognized Ghanaian organization.
GhanaWork and Residence Permit (Companies)
Standard employer-sponsored work and residence permit for foreign nationals employed by a Ghana-registered company, renewable annually.
GhanaWork and Residence Permit (Domestic Assistance)
Work and residence permit for foreign domestic workers employed in private households in Ghana.