Ghanaian visa for Nigerian citizens
A visa is NOT required for Nigerian passport holders visiting Ghana for a short-term stay: 90 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Nigerian citizens to enter Ghana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 90 days |
| Evisa | Ghana e-visa for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ghana visa on arrival for Nigerian citizens | Not Available | |
Ghana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Nigerian 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 Nigeria, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ghana nearest your place of residence.
- Lagos: The Consulate General of Ghana in Lagos, Nigeria (Working hours: Open now. Close in 7 hours 10 minutes)
Ghana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ghana diplomatic mission offices to Nigeria for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Nigeria traveling to Ghana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Nigeria) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 698 | N/A |
| 2009 | 803 | 15.04% |
| 2010 | 931 | 15.94% |
| 2011 | 821 | -11.82% |
| 2012 | 903 | 9.99% |
| 2013 | 994 | 10.08% |
| 2014 | 825 | -17.00% |
| 2015 | 897 | 8.73% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ghana & Nigeria comparison
Ghana's area is approximately 227,540 km2 (87,853 sq mi), while the area of Nigeria is approximately 910,770 km2 (351,650 sq mi). This means Nigeria is 4.00 times bigger than Ghana.
As of October 2025, Ghana's population is ~34.4 million people - 198,318,314 fewer people than the population of Nigeria.
We have highlighted Ghana & Nigeria’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ghana | Nigeria | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,413,281 | 232,731,595 | 198.3 million fewer people live in Ghana than Nigeria |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 102 | Ghana has 46 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Nigeria. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 26 | Ghana passport holders can visit 16 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 93 | Ghanaian hosts 40 fewer foreign missions than Nigeria. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Nigeria travel to Ghana in one year?
The number of visitors from Nigeria visiting Ghana in 2015 was approximately 897.
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- Travel time: 2 hours 2 minutes
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