PASSPORT / VISA / HEALTH

A valid passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining on the date of departure. For more information, click on the U.S. Passport selection below.
An approved tourist visa from Ghana. For more information, click on the Visa for Ghana selection below.
Yellow fever vaccination (with proof via Yellow card). COViD 19 vaccines and boosters are required for entry into Ghana and return to the United States. For more information, click on the General Travelers' Health selection below.

General information about Ghana from the U.S. Embassy in Ghana is provided as a selection below.

Other Things to Consider

Yellow Fever Immunization – costs vary depending on the state and medical center. Plan to schedule immunization as soon as possible.
Malaria medication (taken days before leaving for Ghana) – costs vary depending on the state and medical center
US Passports can take up to 13 weeks. Therefore, submit your application before May 26, 2023, to be safe.
Ghanaian Visas can take up to 20 business days. Therefore, submit your application no later than August 25, 2023, to be safe.