Ghanaian visa for Ugandan citizens
A visa is NOT required for Ugandan passport holders visiting Ghana for a short-term stay: 60 days.
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Ugandan citizens to enter Ghana for a short-term tourism purpose. | Not required | 60 days |
| Evisa | Ghana e-visa for Ugandan citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Ghana visa on arrival for Ugandan citizens | Not Available | |
Ghana tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ugandan 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 Uganda, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Ghana nearest your place of residence.
- Kampala: The Honorary Consulate of Ghana in Kampala, Uganda (Working hours: Close now. Open in 7 hours 57 minutes)
Ghana visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Ghana diplomatic mission offices to Uganda for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Uganda traveling to Ghana from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Uganda) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 482 | N/A |
| 2009 | 554 | 14.94% |
| 2010 | 642 | 15.88% |
| 2011 | 566 | -11.84% |
| 2012 | 623 | 10.07% |
| 2013 | 686 | 10.11% |
| 2014 | 569 | -17.06% |
| 2015 | 619 | 8.79% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Ghana & Uganda comparison
Ghana's area is approximately 227,540 km2 (87,853 sq mi), while the area of Uganda is approximately 199,810 km2 (77,147 sq mi). This means Uganda is 13.88% smaller than Ghana.
As of October 2025, Ghana's population is ~34.4 million people - 18,920,733 fewer people than the population of Uganda.
We have highlighted Ghana & Uganda’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Ghana | Uganda | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 34,413,281 | 53,334,014 | 18.9 million fewer people live in Ghana than Uganda |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 56 | 42 | Ghana has 14 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Uganda. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 42 | 38 | Ghana passport holders can visit 4 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 53 | 50 | Ghanaian hosts 3 more foreign missions than Uganda. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Uganda travel to Ghana in one year?
The number of visitors from Uganda visiting Ghana in 2015 was approximately 619.
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Useful Information
- Accra to Kampala: 3395.58 km (2109.91 mi)
- Travel time: 7 hours 4 minutes
This page was last updated on: October 2025