US To Ghana Travel Restrictions, Flights News & Travel Ban In 2021 – Advisory & Requirements

This page was last updated on 03 November, 2021.

 

At a Glance

Most travelers from United States are allowed to enter Ghana, but there are restrictions.
Source: US Embassy in Ghana
 

Ghana: Open for Travel

Travel is allowed with restrictions
Travelers are allowed to enter Ghana. Please check the documentation, quarantine and/or testing requirements before traveling.

Details and Exemptions:Land and sea borders remain closed until further notice.
Source: US Embassy in Ghana
 

Quarantine may be required

Quarantine may be required
Travelers who test positive for COVID-19 on arrival in Ghana must quarantine for 7 days at a designated health facility.

Source: US Embassy in Ghana
 

COVID-19 test required

Mandatory COVID-19 test on arrival
Travelers must take a COVID-19 test at their own cost on arrival in Ghana. Payment should be made online before departure to Ghana.

Details and Exemptions:This requirement does not apply to:
-Travelers under the age of 5.
Source: US Embassy in Ghana
 

Masks are required

Masks are mandatory in public
Travelers must wear masks in public places.

Source: US Embassy in Ghana
 

Other Things to Take Note Of

Temperature screening on arrival
Temperature screening is required for all passengers on arrival.

Source: US Embassy in Ghana
 
 

Required Documents for your Trip

Mandatory health declaration form
All travelers are required to complete a health declaration form before arrival in Ghana.

Source: UK Government for Ghana
Document: Complete online
Proof of negative COVID-19 test results
Travelers must have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result. The test must be taken a maximum of 72 hours before departure. Travelers must upload their test results to be verified by the trusted travel program.

Details and Exemptions:This requirement does not apply to:
-Travelers under the age of 5;
-Ghanaian residents who depart Ghana and return within 1 week, but must take a test on arrival.

Source: US Embassy in Ghana
Document: See approved testing locations