Ghana e-Visa for citizens of Ireland: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of Ireland apply online before departure.
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Our guide to the Ghana visa from Ireland
Irish passport holders must obtain an e-visa or electronic travel authorisation online before travelling to Ghana. Submit the application through the official portal or contact the competent embassy before departure.
This requirement must be completed before travel and should not be left until arrival. The stated associated stay is 90 days. Check the current requirements directly with the official Ghanaian portal or the competent embassy before submitting an application.
Do you need a visa?
Yes. Irish passport holders must obtain an e-visa or electronic travel authorisation before travelling to Ghana. The application is completed online before departure, following the instructions issued by the competent Ghanaian authorities.
How much does an e-visa for Ghana cost from Ireland?
The official fee for an e-visa for Ghana is not published in a source we can verify. Check the amount on the official portal before paying anything, third-party sites often add service fees on top.
What does a visa for Ghana really cost?
- Government feeNot published in a source we can verify
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Ghana?
Documents required for an e-visa for Ghana:
- Passport valid 6 months beyond stay
- Online application (no paper form)
- Passport scan (data page)
- Digital photo (recent)
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate
- Visa fee payment
Documents and fees
The documents to upload and any applicable fees must be checked on the official portal or with the competent embassy, as they are not specified here. Prepare only the supporting documents requested by the official source when you apply.
How to apply for an e-visa for Ghana from Ireland
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How to apply
Submit the application online before travelling by following the steps on the official Ghanaian portal. Enter all information accurately and review the instructions shown before submitting the application. If the portal cannot be accessed, contact the competent embassy.
Where do you apply for a visa for Ghana from Ireland?
An e-visa for Ghana is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
You live in Ireland on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in Ireland but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Ghana take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing times and advice
No processing time is stated here, so consult the official portal or the competent embassy before setting your departure date. The associated stay for this requirement is 90 days. Keep a copy of the online confirmation for your journey.
Before you fly, and at the border
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Common mistakes
Do not leave the application until the last minute or rely on information not confirmed by the authorities. Avoid unofficial intermediary websites, which may charge inflated service fees. Check every detail entered before submitting the application.
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