Ghana visa requirements for Swazis
Travel and visa requirements
Ghanaian Visa is not required for Swazis
Stay Duration: 90 days
Entry Requirements
- Swaziland passport holders can travel to Ghana without obtaining a visa for up to 90 days.
- Prospective visitors are required to present a passport valid for six months beyond the date of their arrival in Ghana. It is recommended that this passport has at least one blank page for entry stamp.
- Citizens of Swaziland with up to $10,000 or equivalent are to declare the amounts to Customs and fill the BOG Foreign Exchange Declaration Form (FXDF) at the port of entry or departure. Amounts exceeding USD 10,000 will be seized.
- Visitors to Ghana would need to present a certificate of yellow fever vaccination on arrival into Ghana.
- Travellers must have a return to Swaziland or onward ticket as well as proof of sufficient funds to cover their entire stay in Ghana.
- The import of arms and ammunition are restricted and can only be imported after issuance of a special permit by the Ministry of Interior.
- Citizens of Swaziland with pets (cats and dogs) must be accompanied by a veterinarian good health certificate issued in the Central African Republic and an Import Permit from the Veterinary Head Office in Accra, Ghana.
- Central African minors hoping to travel to Ghana must have a copy of their birth certificate as well as a signed travel authorization from their parents or guardians.
- Intending visitors can get to Ghana from any international airport in Swaziland. There is an international airport in Manzini.
- South African Airways is the main airline that flies from Swaziland to Ghana.
- The travel duration from the Central African Republic to Accra, Ghana is 9 hours, 35 minutes.
- Ghana has a tropical climate. In the southwest, it is hot and humid, while in the north, it is hot and dry.
- The best time to visit Ghana is usually during the dry season between November and March when the weather is the driest. There is little or no rain within those months.
- Getting around in Ghana is possible with the various public means of transportation available, this includes buses, taxis, minibuses, motorcycles and domestic flights.
- The official language is English, however, Akan remains the most spoken indigenous language.
- Special delicacies in Ghana include jollof rice, waakye, banku and tilapia, fufu and goat light soup, etc.
- Religion in Ghana consists majorly of Christianity, Islam and other indigenous religions. However, Christianity is the dominant faith.
- Ghana is a multilingual country with about 80 languages being spoken.
- Tourists in Ghana generally spend an average of $30 per day.
- 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.
- Ghana uses Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). Swaziland is two hours ahead of Ghana.
- The official currency in Ghana is the Ghanaian Cedi. Visitors can exchange their foreign currency at banks and other exchange outlets in the country.
- Tourists are advised to be cautious as they go about their tourism-related activities while in Ghana.30
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ghana a safe place to visit?
Ghana is a relatively safe and stable country with low crime rates. However, there are reports of occasional mugging, petty theft, etc and visitors are advised to take caution and avoid walking alone at night.
When is the best time to visit Ghana?
The best time to visit Ghana is around November to March. During this period,there is less rainfall and the roads are more accessible.
How long does it take to travel from Swaziland to Ghana.?
The estimated flight time from Swaziland to Ghana is 7 hours 2 minutes.
Is the tap water in Ghana safe to drink?
It is not safe to drink tap water in Ghana. Many Ghanaians still lack access to clean drinking water and safe sanitation. Tourists are advised to drink bottled water, which can easily be bought at stores throughout the country.