Ghanaian visa for South Korean citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for South Korean 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 South Korean citizens to enter Ghana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Ghana e-visa for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ghana visa on arrival for South Korean citizens | Not Available | |
Ghana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding South Korean 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 South Korea, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ghana nearest your place of residence.
- Seoul: The Embassy of Ghana in Seoul, South Korea (Working hours: Close now. Open in 6 hours 3 minutes)
Ghana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ghana diplomatic mission offices to South Korea for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from South Korea traveling to Ghana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (South Korea) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 45,370 | N/A |
| 2009 | 52,195 | 15.04% |
| 2010 | 60,515 | 15.94% |
| 2011 | 53,365 | -11.82% |
| 2012 | 58,695 | 9.99% |
| 2013 | 64,610 | 10.08% |
| 2014 | 53,625 | -17.00% |
| 2015 | 58,305 | 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 & South Korea comparison
Ghana's area is approximately 227,540 km2 (87,853 sq mi), while the area of South Korea is approximately 97,230 km2 (37,540 sq mi). This means South Korea is 2.34 times smaller than Ghana.
As of October 2025, Ghana's population is ~34.4 million people - 17,086,615 fewer people than the population of South Korea.
We have highlighted Ghana & South Korea’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ghana | South Korea | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,413,281 | 51,499,896 | 17.1 million fewer people live in Ghana than South Korea |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 183 | Ghana has 127 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with South Korea. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 138 | Ghana passport holders visit 96 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 129 | Ghanaian hosts 76 fewer foreign missions than South Korea. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from South Korea travel to Ghana in one year?
The number of visitors from South Korea visiting Ghana in 2015 was approximately 58,305.
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- Travel time: 27 hours 27 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025