Visa application forms are obtainable from the Ghana High Commission, Kuala Lumpur or can be downloaded online. They are to be completed in full. Applicants not residing in Malaysia may arrange with a Courier Service Company for delivery.
For visa submission, you can walk in, send someone or use a travel agent to do it on your behalf. We do not accept online application. Forms must be completed, FOUR (4) COPIES, in CAPITAL LETTERS, handwritten or typed, and submitted with your passport and the following:
BUSINESS VISA
TOURIST VISA
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A Single Entry Visa is valid for up to 30 days, and can be extended upon application to the Chief Immigration Officer in Ghana. Applicants who intend to work in Ghana must produce an Immigrant Quota letter by Ghana Immigration Service, which permits them to work in Ghana.
Exemptions to the requirement of an entry visa
Nationals of the following countries are exempted from obtaining ENTRY VISAS TO GHANA.
CITIZENS OF ECOWAS COUNTRIES
Nationals of Kenya, Singapore and Egypt.
Holders of Brazilian, German and Cuban - Diplomatic/Service passport.
Persons in direct airside transit.
Gratis visas may be issued in respect of nationals of the following countries:
Entry visas may be issued in accordance with the visa regime to the following categories of persons without reference to Accra:
Members of Diplomatic and Foreign Consular Officers "de carriere" travelling to or through Ghana on official business.Persons in transit in Ghana who wish to break their journey in Ghana for a period not exceeding 48 hours; provided they are in possession of visas and onward tickets to their destination beyond Ghana and are not stateless persons. Whenever applications for visas are referred, a report of local security clearance and any other relevant information must be accompanied.
Refusals
The following category of persons may not be granted entry visas:
Prohibited Immigrants
A person without visible means of support
On the advice of the health authorities, an individual may be refused entry into Ghana
Important Immigration Notice
Intending travellers must note that the possession of the appropriate documents does not confer a right of entry. Travelers may be refused entry into Ghana if they fall within the category of prohibited immigrants and if they do not satisfy immigration requirements at the point of entry. The Government of Ghana will not be financially liable for their repatriation.
Other relevant additional information prior to entry into Ghana
Immigrant Quota - Persons who enter Ghana ostensibly as visitors may not be permitted to take employment. Indeed, no person shall be permitted to accept employment or undertake an occupation for reward in Ghana unless such employment is within an authorized Immigrant Quota (an immigrant quota being the number of non-Ghanaians that a person or firm can employ). An application for Immigrant Quota must be made to:
THE SECRETARY,
IMMIGRANT QUOTA COMMITTEE,
MINISTRY OF THE INTERIOR,
P.O.BOX M. 42,
ACCRA, GHANA
An approval for Immigrant Quota for a foreign employee must be obtained before he proceeds to Ghana.
Investors
Investors to Ghana must register with the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC). Application for the extension of visa or automatic quota must be accompanied by a supporting letter from the GIPC confirming the status of the Investor.
Mining
Investors in the Mining Sector in Ghana must register with the Minerals Commission as an approved Mining Services Company. Application for the extension of visa or Immigrant Quota must be accompanied by a supporting letter from the Minerals Commission confirming their status.
Professionals
It is an offence for foreign doctors, dentists, lawyers, pharmacists and other professionals to practice their profession in Ghana unless they have registered their profession in accordance with the ordinances of their respective professions. All professionals wishing to enter Ghana to practice one of the above mentioned professions are required to provide particulars of their qualifications to help determine their eligibility for registration.
These guidelines are subject to change as may be directed by the competent authorities in Ghana.
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