Ghana visa requirements for Egyptians

Travel and visa requirements

Ghanaian Visa is not required for Egyptians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Egyptians intending to travel to Ghana can obtain a visa on arrival for a stay of up to 30 days. 
  • All visitors are required to have purchased return or onward tickets.
  • Visitors aged 16 years old and more are allowed the free import of one pound of tobacco, 100 cigars, 400 cigarettes or an appropriate mix of such quantities, one quart of alcoholic drinks and one quart of wine, half a pint of perfumes and eau de toilette and gifts are taxable.
  • Due to the outbreak of swine flu, all types of pork and pork products are not allowed to enter Ghana.
  • Visitors are required to pay a Traveler Service Charge upon departing from the airport.
  • Cats and dogs must be accompanied by a veterinary certificate of good health and a certificate of vaccination against rabies issued in the home country. 
  • Pets are allowed to enter as visitor's luggage, as cargo, or in the cabin.
  • A visitor's luggage should be cleared at the first airport of entry in Ghana.
  • Visitors are allowed to possess local currency up to those amounts previously permitted to be exported out of the country so long as they are properly recorded in the passport or other travel documents. 
  • There are no restrictions on the possession of foreign currencies at departure provided the imported sums are declared upon arrival on the relevant currency declaration form.
  • Ghana uses the Greenwich Mean Time zone (GMT) making Egypt 2 hours ahead of Ghana.
  • The estimated flight time from Cairo, Egypt to Accra, Ghana is 5 hours, 48 minutes.
  • Transport in Ghana is accomplished by road, rail, air and water.
  • Ghana is a multilingual country with over eighty languages, English is recognised as the official language and lingua franca while Akan, of all the indigenous languages, is the most widely spoken.
  • The climate of Ghana is tropical. The eastern coastal belt is warm and comparatively dry, the south-west corner of Ghana is hot and humid, and the north of Ghana is hot and dry.
  • In Ghana, the power plugs and sockets are of type D and G. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • Christianity is the largest religion in Ghana, with approximately 71.2% of Ghana's population being a member of various Christian denominations as of 2010 census.
  • Ghana is historically famous for its gold - It was previously called the Gold Coast. Now, Chocolate has probably taken over, with it being one of the key suppliers of Cocoa to the likes of Cadbury's. 
  • Ghana also has diamonds, oil and are large producers of many types of woods.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ghana a safe country?

Ghana is currently a very safe and stable country with relatively low crime levels compared to other West African countries but you should still take precautions while visiting.

How stable is Ghana?

Ghana is considered one of the more stable countries in West Africa since its transition to multi-party democracy in 1992. Formerly known as the Gold Coast, Ghana gained independence from Britain in 1957, becoming the first sub-Saharan nation to break free from colonial rule.

Is Ghana developed or developing country?

Ghana is considered to be a Third World country with developmental potentials and cosmopolitan landscape.

How often does it rain in Ghana?

There are two rain seasons in Ghana. The heaviest rain in the south is from April until June and light rain is possible during September and October. In the north, the rain season is continuous giving rain from April until October.

Are there cars rentals in Ghana?

Yes, but there are no "self-drive" car rentals in Ghana. While you might be able to find someone who will let you drive their car without a driver, nearly every car rental in Ghana will come with a driver.