Visa requirements

Ghana

General visa requirements for travelling to Ghana. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.

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Journalist visa (Journalist Visa)

Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026

Embassy required

• Maximum stay: 30 days
• Processing time: 5-7 business days
• Fee: $60 USD
• Validity: 90 days from issuance
• Entry: Single entry

Issued to media personnel for journalism or press-related activities in Ghana. Requires press accreditation verification.

Eligibility

• Purpose of visit

  Journalism, press coverage, media reporting activities

  Includes

  • News coverage
  • documentary filming
  • press reporting
• Employment

  Must be accredited journalist or media professional

  Required status: Employed by recognized media organization with valid press credentials

Documents you need

• Passport

  Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

• Photo

  Count: 1; Specifications: Standard passport size

• Employment letter

  Provide a signed employer letter confirming your role, leave dates, salary and return to work.

  Must include leave approval: No; Must include position: Yes; Must include salary: No

• Application form

  Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

  Form name: Ghana Journalist Visa Application Form; Form url: Available at Ghana embassy/consulate

• Vaccination certificate

  Required vaccines: Yellow Fever; Validity months: 120

• Visa fee payment

  Accepted methods: Online payment to embassy; Amount: $60 USD

• Press credentials

  Provide a press card, assignment letter or accreditation from the media organisation you represent.

How to apply

1. Document gathering

   Gather passport, photos, press credentials/accreditation, assignment letter from media organization, and yellow fever certificate

2. Online application

   Apply for press accreditation and complete visa application

3. Fee payment

   Pay journalist visa fee

4. Document submission

   Submit application and credentials to Ghana embassy

5. Processing wait

   Wait for visa processing and press accreditation verification

6. Visa collection

   Collect passport with journalist visa

This information is provided for general guidance only. Visa requirements can change frequently and may vary by nationality. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for assistance.