Ghana Visa Requirements for Iranian citizens in 2026

Last Updated: June 5, 2026, 2:07 p.m.

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1) E-Visa

Iranian passport holders planning a visit to Ghana for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

90 days

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

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Further Notes

  • Ghana has brought online the official portal that will be used for electronic visa applications starting May 25, 2026
  • Electronic visa fees are set at $260 for a single-entry e-Visa under normal processing of three to five business days, $338 for 48-hour priority processing and $442 for five-hour express processing. For a multiple-entry e-Visa, the listed fees are $468, $608 or $796, depending on the processing time selected

Reference Links

https://evisa.immigration.gov.gh/

General Information about Ghana

  • Name (Common): Ghana
  • Name (Official): Republic of Ghana
  • Population: 31072945
  • Area: 238533
  • Capital: Accra
  • Currency: Ghanaian cedi
  • Language: English
  • Calling Code: +2
  • Region: Africa
  • Subregion: Western Africa

Travel Advisory for Ghana

Advisory Message: Ghana has a current risk level of 3.4 (out of 5). We advise: Use some caution when travelling Ghana.
Score: 3.4
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/ghana
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Iranian citizens. Iran, Islamic Republic of passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Iranian citizens. Iran, Islamic Republic of passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, Iranian citizens can travel to Ghana, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Ghana with E-Visa is 90 days. Iranian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Ghana can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Ghana in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.