Ivory Coast visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Ivorian Visa is not required for Ghanaians

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Ghanaian passport holders can stay visa-free in Cote D'Ivoire for a duration of 90 days. 
  • Your passport must be valid for six months from the duration of your stay, with at least two blank pages for stamps on arrival and departure. 
  • Before entry into Cote D'Ivoire, you must show proof of hotel booking reservation, passport photos, proof of sufficient funds and return or onward travel tickets.
  • No visa is required to visit Cote D'Ivoire. 
  • There are no limitations on the importation or exportation of local or foreign currencies in Cote D'Ivoire.
  • Ghanaians visiting Cote D'Ivoire with pets must have a certificate of vaccination and must obtain an import license from the embassy or the high commission.
  • Ghanaians visiting Cote D'Ivoire should check for hepatitis A, typhoid fever, yellow fever, and polio, as well as medications for malaria prophylaxis and travelers' diarrhea. Meningococcal vaccine is recommended during the dry season (November through June).
  • Direct flights are available from Kotoka International Airport Accra, Ghana to Abidjan, Cote D'Ivoire and may last for up to 1 - 2 hours long.
  • Religion in Cote D'Ivoire is diverse with Christianity representing 51.8% of the total population, Islam represents 24.9% of the population and a smaller portion of the population is irreligious or follows traditional African religions.
  • The time zone currently in use in Cote D'Ivoire is the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), so there is no time difference between Ghana and Cote D'Ivoire.
  • Getting around in Cote D'Ivoire is possible through various public transportation which includes buses, minibusses, shared taxis, motorcycles, and trains.
  • Cote D'Ivoire uses plug types: Types C and E. Plug "Type C" is the plug which has two round pins and plugs "Type E" is the plug which has two round pins and a hole for the socket's earthing pin. Cote D'Ivoire operates on a 220V supply voltage and 50Hz.
  • Cote D'Ivoire has a semiarid and tropical climate. There are three seasons: warm and dry (November to March), hot and dry (March to May), and hot and wet (June to October).
  • The dry season from November to March is best for visiting as it is a good time to explore and participate in tourism-related activities.
  • Although French is the official language of Cote D'Ivoire, there are over 78 other languages spoken in Cote D'Ivoire.
  • Visitors might want to pick up some basic French phrases to help them navigate communications in rural spaces.
  • Visitors are advised to be careful when carrying out monetary transactions in Cote D'Ivoire, from currency changes to relatively expensive purchases.
  • Visitors taking pictures are advised to be respectful and conscious of their environment while at it. Photo subjects or their guardians might need to be tipped in some cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the currency of Cote d'ivoire?

The official currency of Cote d'Ivoire is the West African CFA franc. The West African CFA franc is the currency of eight independent states spanning over 3,500,000 km2 in West Africa: Benin, Burkina Faso, Côte d'Ivoire.

Is Cote d'ivoire safe to visit?

Safety in Cote d'Ivoire is not on a high level, there is petty crime, violent crime, political differences, and you should generally be careful when traveling to this county.  

When the best time to visit Cote d'ivoire?

November through March is the best time to visit the Ivory Coast when temperatures are bearable thanks to the warm and dry season. The parks are also abloom during this time of the year and wildlife is abundant. 

What are the family friendly activities to do with kids in Cote d'ivoire?

You can take your kids to the Zoo Nationale d'Abidijan and Banco National Park. 

What is the language spoken in Cote d'ivoire?

French is the official language spoken in Cote d'ivoire.