The United States Embassy in Ghana has lifted the visa restrictions earlier placed on Ghanaian travelers, restoring full visa privileges to the country.
In a statement issued over the weekend, the Embassy confirmed that Ghanaian citizens applying for B1/B2 visitor visas will once again be eligible for the maximum validity of five years with multiple entry, in line with standard U.S. visa policy for friendly nations.
This marks a reversal of the temporary restrictions imposed months ago, which had limited Ghanaian applicants to single-entry visas valid for only three months. The earlier decision drew concern from business leaders, frequent travelers, and members of the Ghanaian diaspora, who argued that it strained economic, cultural, and family ties between the two countries.
The Embassy explained that the restoration of privileges followed constructive dialogue between U.S. and Ghanaian authorities, emphasizing the importance of strengthening people-to-people exchanges, trade relations, and diplomatic cooperation.
Officials highlighted that the renewed five-year, multiple-entry visa arrangement would ease travel for business executives, tourists, and families, while also reinforcing Ghana’s role as a key U.S. partner in West Africa.
The development has been widely welcomed by stakeholders in Ghana’s travel and hospitality sector, who expect a surge in outbound travel, tourism, and bilateral trade.
Ghana and the United States have enjoyed decades of strong diplomatic ties, with cooperation spanning areas such as security, education, energy, and cultural exchange.
