Ghanaians can now travel to 54 countries without a visa, according to a recent announcement by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. This marks a notable increase from the previous figure of 49 countries and reflects Ghana’s expanding diplomatic reach across the world.
The update highlights the success of ongoing bilateral agreements and strengthened international cooperation. It also improves travel freedom for Ghanaian passport holders across multiple regions.
Top 10 Visa-Free Countries for Ghanaians in 2025
Below are the top countries that currently allow Ghanaians to enter without a visa:
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Bahamas – Visa-free for 90 days
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Barbados – Visa-free for all passport types
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Botswana – Visa-free for 90 days
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Cape Verde – Visa-free for 90 days
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Comoros – Visa-free for 90 days
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Djibouti – Visa-free for 90 days
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Gambia – Visa-free for 90 days
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Grenada – Visa-free for 90 days
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Indonesia – Visa-free for 30 days
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Kenya – Visa-free for 90 days
These destinations offer Ghanaian travellers easier access for tourism, business, and short-term visits.
More Visa-Free Destinations for Ghanaians
In addition to the top ten, Ghanaian passport holders also enjoy visa-free entry to several other countries:
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Mauritius –Visa-free for all passport types
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Namibia – Visa-free for 90 days
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Senegal – Visa-free for 90 days
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Seychelles – Visa-free for all passport types
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Tanzania – Visa-free for 90 days
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Togo – Visa-free for 90 days
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Uganda – Visa-free for 90 days
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Zambia – Visa-free for 90 days
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Zimbabwe – Visa-free for 90 days
Visa on Arrival and eTA Options
Ghanaians can also travel to several countries using a visa on arrival or an electronic travel authorisation system.
Visa on arrival countries include:
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Cambodia
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Ethiopia
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Maldives
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Nepal
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Rwanda
Countries requiring an eTA include:
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Canada
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Australia
The expansion to 54 visa-free destinations marks a major step in Ghana’s global engagement strategy. It strengthens international mobility, supports tourism and trade, and enhances the global standing of the Ghanaian passport.
