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African Union Visa Exemption Entry
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African Union Visa Exemption Entry

Tourist

At a Glance

Processing Time

Varies

Estimated Cost

$200 USD

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

Varies (Standard visitor duration, though issued on arrival for approved applicants)

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

No dependents

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Official Information

Overview

Visa-free or visa-on-arrival entry for nationals of non-ECOWAS African Union member states under Ghana's AU reciprocal arrangements.

The African Union Visa Exemption Entry is a policy initiative aligned with the African Union’s Agenda 2063, which seeks to promote continental integration and the free movement of people across Africa. By facilitating easier access for citizens of non-ECOWAS African Union member states, this framework aims to bridge the gap between regional economic blocs and the broader goal of a unified, borderless continent. It serves as a strategic mechanism to remove administrative barriers, thereby encouraging greater intra-African tourism, trade, and cultural exchange.

This entry option is designed for nationals of African Union member countries that do not already benefit from existing visa-free arrangements with Ghana. It is distinctive because it provides a streamlined pathway—often through visa-on-arrival processes—for those who would otherwise face traditional visa requirements. It is ideal for African professionals, business travelers, and tourists who wish to visit Ghana for short-term stays, supporting the country's position as a hub for Pan-African cooperation and mobility.

Eligible Nationalities (37)

AlgeriaAlgeriaAngolaAngolaBurundiBurundiCameroonCameroonCentral African RepublicCentral African RepublicChadChadComorosComorosCongo - BrazzavilleCongo - BrazzavilleCongo - KinshasaCongo - KinshasaDjiboutiDjiboutiEgyptEgyptEquatorial GuineaEquatorial GuineaEritreaEritreaEthiopiaEthiopiaGabonGabonKenyaKenyaLesothoLesothoLibyaLibyaMadagascarMadagascarMalawiMalawiMauritaniaMauritaniaMauritiusMauritiusMoroccoMoroccoMozambiqueMozambique

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Must be a national of an African Union member state.

Must hold a valid passport from an African Union member state.

Must not be a citizen of a country already covered by a specific visa-free bilateral agreement (as these may have different terms).

Must comply with entry conditions at the point of entry, including health regulations (e.g., Yellow Fever vaccination certificate).

Must not be a prohibited immigrant or pose a security threat.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Valid passport

Accommodation proof

Return ticket

Proof of funds

Yellow fever vaccination

Application Process

1

Obtain GIS approval: Contact GIS for pre-approval before arrival at airport

2

Prepare documents: Have all required documents ready for presentation at airport

3

Arrive at airport: Present documents to immigration officer at entry point

4

Pay visa fee: Pay USD 200 at immigration desk

5

Receive visa: Visa stamped into passport upon approval

Application Forms

Visa on Arrival Application—
Official Information

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