Ghanaian visa for Icelandic citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Icelandic 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 Icelandic citizens to enter Ghana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ghana e-visa for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ghana visa on arrival for Icelandic citizens | Not Available | |
Ghana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Icelandic 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 Iceland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ghana nearest your place of residence.
- Oslo: The Embassy of in Oslo, ~ 1612.71 kilometers (1002.09 mi) away from Reykjavik, Iceland. (Working hours: Open now. Close in 6 hours 38 minutes).
- London: The High Commission of in London, ~ 1844.94 kilometers (1146.40 mi) away from Reykjavik, Iceland. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 38 minutes).
Ghana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ghana diplomatic mission offices to Iceland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Iceland traveling to Ghana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Iceland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,815 | N/A |
| 2009 | 2,088 | 15.04% |
| 2010 | 2,421 | 15.95% |
| 2011 | 2,135 | -11.81% |
| 2012 | 2,348 | 9.98% |
| 2013 | 2,584 | 10.05% |
| 2014 | 2,145 | -16.99% |
| 2015 | 2,332 | 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 & Iceland comparison
Ghana's area is approximately 227,540 km2 (87,853 sq mi), while the area of Iceland is approximately 100,250 km2 (38,706 sq mi). This means Iceland is 2.27 times smaller than Ghana.
As of October 2025, Ghana's population is ~34.4 million people - 34,060,948 more people than the population of Iceland.
We have highlighted Ghana & Iceland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ghana | Iceland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,413,281 | 352,333 | 34.1 million more people live in Ghana than Iceland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 25 | Ghana has 31 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Iceland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 138 | Ghana passport holders visit 96 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 54 | Ghanaian hosts 1 fewer foreign missions than Iceland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Iceland travel to Ghana in one year?
The number of visitors from Iceland visiting Ghana in 2015 was approximately 2,332.
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Useful Information
- Accra to Reykjavik: 5978.96 km (3715.15 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 27 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025