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Visa for business activities including meetings, conferences, and exploring business opportunities in Ghana. Requires sponsorship letter from business associate in Ghana.

Residence permit for dependents (spouse, children) of permit holders or Ghanaian nationals. Spouses must be married for 4+ years; children must be under 24.

Extension for visitors who wish to stay longer than initial 90-day permit. Can extend for additional 3-6 months while in Ghana.

Visa exemption and gratis visas for ECOWAS member state nationals and other selected African countries. No visa application needed for citizens of eligible countries.

Permanent residency status allowing foreign nationals to reside indefinitely in Ghana with unlimited entry/exit and work rights.

Visa and press accreditation for foreign journalists, correspondents, and media professionals. Requires clearance from Ghana Information Services Department.

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.

Mandatory biometric identification card for foreign nationals residing in Ghana for 90+ days. Required for banking, permit applications, and official transactions.

Visa for individuals lawfully in Ghana who plan multiple exits and re-entries. Allows up to 3 re-entries within 6-month validity period.

Visa for individuals lawfully in Ghana who plan to exit and re-enter the country. Single entry allows one re-entry within validity period.

Long-term residency authorization for foreign nationals intending to remain in Ghana for extended periods. Available for workers, students, investors, missionaries, and other specified purposes.

Residence permit for retired individuals age 50-60+ with proof of regular pension income. Allows long-term stay without work restrictions for employment-based income.

Visa for international students pursuing full-time academic studies at recognized educational institutions in Ghana. Requires admission letter and proof of financial support.

Short-term visitor visa for tourism and leisure purposes. Valid for up to 90 days from issuance. Allows tourists to explore Ghana's attractions and experience the culture.

Visa for travelers with layovers or stopovers in Ghana who plan to exit the airport. Valid for 48 hours stay. Not available on arrival - must be obtained before travel.

Visa issued at airport or other entry points for eligible travelers who obtain pre-approval from GIS. Available for those with urgent travel needs or who did not obtain visa beforehand.

Visa for volunteers engaging in community development, education, health, and other charitable activities with registered NGOs in Ghana.

Work permit granted at GIS discretion when employer demonstrates position requires specialized skills unavailable among Ghanaian workers. Standard route for most foreign workers.

Automatic work permit granted to employees of companies with sufficient capital investment in Ghana. Quota-based system from 1-4 permits depending on investment level.

Visa for foreign nationals who have secured employment with a Ghanaian employer. Requires employment contract and proof of work permit quota from Ministry of Interior.