Ghanaian visa for Australian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Australian passport holders visiting Ghana for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Australian citizens to enter Ghana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ghana e-visa for Australian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ghana visa on arrival for Australian citizens | Not Available | |
Ghana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Australian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Ghana.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Ghana.
If you are looking for Ghana visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Australia, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ghana nearest your place of residence.
- Canberra: The High Commission of Ghana in Canberra, Australia (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 38 minutes)
- Perth: The Consulate General of Ghana in Perth, Australia (Working hours: Close now)
Ghana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ghana diplomatic mission offices to Australia for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Australia traveling to Ghana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Australia) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 24,360 | N/A |
| 2009 | 28,025 | 15.05% |
| 2010 | 32,492 | 15.94% |
| 2011 | 28,653 | -11.82% |
| 2012 | 31,515 | 9.99% |
| 2013 | 34,691 | 10.08% |
| 2014 | 28,793 | -17.00% |
| 2015 | 31,305 | 8.72% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ghana & Australia comparison
Ghana's area is approximately 227,540 km2 (87,853 sq mi), while the area of Australia is approximately 7,682,300 km2 (2,966,151 sq mi). This means Australia is 33.76 times bigger than Ghana.
As of October 2025, Ghana's population is ~34.4 million people - 7,408,904 more people than the population of Australia.
We have highlighted Ghana & Australia’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ghana | Australia | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,413,281 | 27,004,377 | 7.4 million more people live in Ghana than Australia |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 136 | Ghana has 80 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Australia. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 130 | Ghana passport holders visit 88 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 319 | Ghanaian hosts 266 fewer foreign missions than Australia. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Australia travel to Ghana in one year?
The number of visitors from Australia visiting Ghana in 2015 was approximately 31,305.
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Useful Information
- Accra to Canberra: 15625.17 km (9709.03 mi)
- Travel time: 32 hours 33 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025