Democratic Republic of the Congo to Ghana visa requirements

Visa required

DRC passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling to Ghana.

Last verified: 2026-02-05

At a glance

Max stay See requirements
Passport validity Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
Entry type Visa required
Onward ticket Flight itinerary required.

What Democratic Republic of the Congo travellers need to know

If you hold a Democratic Republic of the Congo passport and plan to visit Ghana for tourism, current guidance indicates you need a visa in advance.

DRC passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling to Ghana.

Plan your trip around a stay of about the period shown on your visa or entry stamp, and confirm the final duration with immigration on arrival or on your visa sticker/eVisa.

Passport rule: Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

Health note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

Applications should be submitted at least 10 days before intended travel. Contact the Ghana Consulate in Brazzaville for specific requirements.

Rules change. Cross-check the official sources listed below and your airline’s document checks before you fly from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Ghana.

Entry requirements

  • Apply through Ghanaian diplomatic missions for tourist visas.
  • DRC is not listed among Ghana's visa-exempt nationalities.

Health — Yellow fever

Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

Applications should be submitted at least 10 days before intended travel. Contact the Ghana Consulate in Brazzaville for specific requirements.

How to prepare (Democratic Republic of the Congo → Ghana)

  1. 1

    Find the Ghana embassy, consulate, or visa centre that serves applicants in Democratic Republic of the Congo (or your country of residence).

  2. 2

    Book an appointment and download the current tourist-visa checklist.

  3. 3

    Prepare passport, photos, itinerary, invitation/hotel proof, bank statements, and forms.

  4. 4

    Submit biometrics/fees and track the application until the passport is returned.

  5. 5

    Only buy non-refundable tickets after the visa is granted, unless your airline allows flexible holds.

Documents checklist

  • Valid Democratic Republic of the Congo passport (check validity rules above)
  • Return or onward ticket
  • Proof of accommodation in Ghana
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Onward travel: Flight itinerary required.
  • Yellow fever certificate if required for your routing
  • Completed visa application form and supporting checklist documents
  • Travel insurance (recommended)

Frequently asked questions

Do Democratic Republic of the Congo citizens need a visa for Ghana?

Based on Tsavaro’s last verification (2026-02-05), Democratic Republic of the Congo travellers need a visa in advance for tourism to Ghana. DRC passport holders must obtain a visa before traveling to Ghana.

How long can I stay in Ghana on a Democratic Republic of the Congo passport?

Stay length depends on the visa or entry permission issued. Confirm with official Ghana immigration guidance before travel.

What documents should Democratic Republic of the Congo travellers carry to Ghana?

At minimum: a valid passport, return/onward ticket, accommodation proof, and funds. Also note: Yellow fever vaccination certificate required.

Where can I verify Ghana entry rules officially?

Start with: Ghana Immigration Service — Visa on Arrival Countries. Requirements can change without notice.

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Important

This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.