Ghanaian visa for Finnish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Finnish 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 Finnish citizens to enter Ghana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ghana e-visa for Finnish citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ghana visa on arrival for Finnish citizens | Not Available | |
Ghana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Finnish 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 Finland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ghana nearest your place of residence.
- Oslo: The Embassy of in Oslo, ~ 839.42 kilometers (521.59 mi) away from Helsinki, Finland. (Working hours: Close now).
- Moscow: The Embassy of in Moscow, ~ 964.18 kilometers (599.11 mi) away from Helsinki, Finland. (Working hours: Close now).
Ghana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ghana diplomatic mission offices to Finland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Finland traveling to Ghana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Finland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,466 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,686 | 15.01% |
| 2010 | 1,955 | 15.95% |
| 2011 | 1,724 | -11.82% |
| 2012 | 1,896 | 9.98% |
| 2013 | 2,087 | 10.07% |
| 2014 | 1,733 | -16.96% |
| 2015 | 1,884 | 8.71% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ghana & Finland comparison
Ghana's area is approximately 227,540 km2 (87,853 sq mi), while the area of Finland is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi). This means Finland is 33.55% larger than Ghana.
As of October 2025, Ghana's population is ~34.4 million people - 28,831,006 more people than the population of Finland.
We have highlighted Ghana & Finland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ghana | Finland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,413,281 | 5,582,275 | 28.8 million more people live in Ghana than Finland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 85 | Ghana has 29 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Finland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 145 | Ghana passport holders visit 103 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 162 | Ghanaian hosts 109 fewer foreign missions than Finland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Finland travel to Ghana in one year?
The number of visitors from Finland visiting Ghana in 2015 was approximately 1,884.
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| Sunrise | 12:37 PM | |
Useful Information
- Accra to Helsinki: 6025.18 km (3743.87 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 33 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025