Ghana•AfricaRe-Entry Visa (Single)
At a Glance
Processing Time
3-5 days
Application Fee
100 USD
Stay Duration
3 months
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
No
This visa does not offer a direct route to permanent residency.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for individuals lawfully in Ghana who plan to exit and re-enter the country. Single entry allows one re-entry within validity period.
The Single Re-Entry Visa is for foreign nationals already in Ghana who need to travel out and return. It preserves the original visa status while allowing one departure and return. Without a re-entry visa, travelers may lose their original visa status upon exit.
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Requirements
Personal
Passport Validity
6 months
Criminal Record Policy
Clean record required
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Current passport showing visa status
Current visa/permit
Proof of lawful residence in Ghana
Passport photos
Recent photos as required
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Advantages
- Preserves original visa status
- Low cost
- Quick processing
- Protects against visa loss
Considerations
- Only one re-entry allowed
- 3-month validity only
- Must be obtained in Ghana
- Not suitable for frequent travelers
Application Process
Be present in Ghana
Applicant must be lawfully present in Ghana
Visit GIS office
Go to Ghana Immigration Service headquarters or regional command
Complete application
Fill out re-entry visa application form at GIS
Submit documents
Provide passport and required documentation
Pay fee
Pay USD 100 re-entry visa fee
Receive visa
Collect re-entry visa stamp in passport
Application Forms
Single Re-Entry Visa Application
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