Ghanaian visa for Canadian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Canadian 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 Canadian citizens to enter Ghana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ghana e-visa for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ghana visa on arrival for Canadian citizens | Not Available | |
Ghana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Canadian 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 Canada, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ghana nearest your place of residence.
- Ottawa: The High Commission of Ghana in Ottawa, Canada (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 6 minutes)
- Montreal: The Consulate General of Ghana in Montreal, Canada (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 6 minutes)
- Toronto: The Consulate General of Ghana in Toronto, Canada (Working hours: Close now. Open in 4 hours 6 minutes)
Ghana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ghana diplomatic mission offices to Canada for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Canada traveling to Ghana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Canada) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 6,771 | N/A |
| 2009 | 7,789 | 15.03% |
| 2010 | 9,031 | 15.95% |
| 2011 | 7,964 | -11.81% |
| 2012 | 8,759 | 9.98% |
| 2013 | 9,642 | 10.08% |
| 2014 | 8,003 | -17.00% |
| 2015 | 8,701 | 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 & Canada comparison
Ghana's area is approximately 227,540 km2 (87,853 sq mi), while the area of Canada is approximately 9,093,510 km2 (3,511,022 sq mi). This means Canada is 39.96 times bigger than Ghana.
As of October 2025, Ghana's population is ~34.4 million people - 5,008,398 fewer people than the population of Canada.
We have highlighted Ghana & Canada’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ghana | Canada | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,413,281 | 39,421,679 | 5.0 million fewer people live in Ghana than Canada |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 144 | Ghana has 88 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Canada. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 129 | Ghana passport holders visit 87 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 469 | Ghanaian hosts 416 fewer foreign missions than Canada. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Canada travel to Ghana in one year?
The number of visitors from Canada visiting Ghana in 2015 was approximately 8,701.
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| Sunrise | 18:39 PM | |
Useful Information
- Accra to Ottawa: 11582.20 km (7196.84 mi)
- Travel time: 24 hours 7 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025