You need a visa for Ghana if you have a Colombian passport

These visas exist for Ghana, but they cannot be applied for online with Colombian nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Do Colombian citizens need a visa for Ghana?

Yes. Colombian citizens need a visa for Ghana. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

Still have a question?

Ask our assistant. It answers in the chat, and we hand it the route you are looking at — Colombian passport, travelling to Ghana — so you do not have to repeat it.

What Ghana may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required
Passport photo 35x45mm, white background
Hotel booking or invitation letter
Return flight or onward travel itinerary
Proof of sufficient funds for your stay

Entry requirements for Colombian travellers

These rules apply specifically to Colombian passport holders entering Ghana as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

Required
Mandatory proof of accommodation
Travelers must have a confirmed itinerary and proof of accommodation bookings for the duration of their stay in Ghana.
Ghana Immigration Services Last checked 2026-07-24
Required
Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months at the time of applying for a visa
Travelers require a passport to enter Ghana. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months when applying for a Ghanaian visa. The passport must have at least 2 blank pages.
Ghana Government Mission in Canberra Last checked 2026-07-28
May be required
Import permit for traveling with pets (dogs and cats) to Ghana
Travelers bringing dogs or cats into Ghana are required to obtain a veterinary import permit from the Veterinary Services Department before the animal's arrival. Dogs must have negative test results for specified diseases and proof of vaccination against Canine Distemper, Hepatitis, Parvovirus, Leptospirosis, Parainfluenza, and Rabies, with all vaccinations at least one month old and valid for 12 months before departure. Cats must have a health attestation report and vaccination records, including Feline Panleukopenia, Calicivirus, Rhinotracheitis, and Rabies. All animals must be accompanied by a veterinary health certificate signed by an official veterinarian from the country of origin. The turnaround time for permit issuance is 3 working days. Airlines have their own policies and requirements for transporting pets (dogs and cats). Check with your airline to determine airline-specific requirements, and the government source for more details.
Last checked 2026-07-24
Recommended
Recommended vaccinations for Ghana
Travelers should consider: -Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B vaccines; -Typhoid vaccine for visits to smaller cities or rural areas; -Meningococcal vaccine for areas that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season; -Routine vaccines including Polio and Measles. Additional vaccine recommendations may apply. Consult your healthcare provider and check the source for details.
CDC - Ghana Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Ghana
Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Ghana.
Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Ghana.
Last checked 2026-07-24
May be required
Transit visa may be required
International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Ghana as long as they stay in the airport transit area.
- This airport transit visa requirement applies to travelers who have their luggage checked and possess an onward boarding pass for their journey to the final destination. Visit the government site to check the permitted length of stay and other entry requirements.
Last checked 2026-07-24
Not required
Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required for transit
Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test when transiting through Ghana.
Last checked 2026-07-24

A look at Ghana

Cape Coast Castle — UNESCO World Heritage Site and symbol of Ghana's history
Accra — Ghana's vibrant capital blending modernity with rich tradition
Kakum National Park — Experience Ghana's rainforest from the treetop canopy walkway
Makola Market — The heart of Accra's bustling trade and Ghanaian culture