Liberia visa requirements for Ghanaians

Travel and visa requirements

Liberian Visa is not required for Ghanaians

Stay Duration: 30 days

Entry Requirements

  • Ghanaian passport holders can stay in Liberia visa-free for a duration of 30 days.
  • Visitors must have proof of yellow fever vaccination.
  • Before entry into Liberia, you must have a valid passport, two passport photos, copy of flight itinerary and proof of sufficient funds.
  • Your passport must be valid for six months with one blank page per entry.
  • A notarized letter from parent or guardian must accompany the application of any minor.
  • You can't leave the country with more than $7500 at one time, while you must declare currency more than $10000 before entry into Liberia.
  • Ghanaians visiting Liberia with pets must obtain a certificate of vaccination and must also obtain an importation license from the embassy or the high commission.
  • Ghanaians visiting Liberia must check for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza vaccines.
  • Direct flights are available from the Kotoka International Airport Accra, Ghana to Monrovia, Liberia and may last for up to 1 - 3 hours long.
  • The two most widely practiced religion in Liberia are Islam (Sunni and Shia) and Christianity (the Maronite Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Armenian Apostolic Church, and the Assyrian Church of the East) There is also the Druze minority religion.
  • The exchange rate between the Ghanaian Cedi and the Liberian Dollar is currently at 1 (GHS)/ 37.60 (LRD).
  • Because of the time zone currently in use in Liberia is Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), there is no time difference between Liberia and Ghana.
  • The power plugs and sockets are of type A, B, and F. The standard voltage is 120 / 220V and the standard frequency is 60 / 50Hz.
  • Transport in Liberia consists of railways, highways, seaports, and airports. Bush taxis and minibus taxis are the main forms of ground transportation in Liberia.
  • In Liberia, the climate is tropical, hot and humid all year round, with a rainy season from May to October due to the  African monsoon.
  • Liberia has two pronounced seasons, the wet season is observed from the month of May to October, however around July or August, dry spell occur, giving them some relief from being soaked in the rain. The dry season start from November and ends in April. 
  • English is the official language in Liberia. Generally the native languages are grouped in four language families: Mande, Kru, Mel and the divergent language Gola.
  • Visitors might want to pick up some basic Mande, Kru, Mel and Gola phrases to help them navigate communication in rural places.
  • Visitors are advised to be careful when carrying out monetary transactions, from currency changes to relatively expensive purchases.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many entries is your visa to Liberia?

Liberia has both single and multiple-entry visas. Single-entry visas are issued for up to three months and the multiple-entry visas are issued for one to three years.

How long is your visa valid for?

The single-entry visa is valid for up to 3 months while the multiple-entry visa is valid for 1 year to 3 years. Ghanaian passport holders do not require a visa to visit Liberia.

Do you need a vaccination to visit Liberia?

Ghanaian passport holders are required to check for the following: hepatitis A, hepatitis B, typhoid, yellow fever, rabies, meningitis, polio, measles, mumps and rubella (MMR), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis), chickenpox, shingles, pneumonia, and influenza.

What language is spoken in Liberia?

English is the official language spoken in Liberia. The native languages can be grouped into four language families: Mande, Kru, Mel, and the divergent language Gola.

Do you need a visa to visit Liberia?

Ghanaian passport holders do not require a visa to visit Liberia. A passport with six months of validity and with at least two blank pages is required for stamps on arrival and departure from Liberia.