Italian visa for Ghanaian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Ghanaian passport holders visiting Italy for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Ghanaian citizens to enter Italy for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Italy e-visa for Ghanaian citizens | Not Available | |
| Visa on arrival | Italy visa on arrival for Ghanaian citizens | Not Available | |
Italy tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Ghanaian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Italy.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Italy.
If you are looking for Italy visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Ghana, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Italy nearest your place of residence.
- Accra: The Embassy of Italy in Accra, Ghana (Working hours: Close now)
- Kumasi: The Consulate General of Italy in Kumasi, Ghana (Working hours: Close now)
Italy visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Italy diplomatic mission offices to Ghana for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Ghana traveling to Italy from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Ghana) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 350,419 | N/A |
| 2009 | 354,560 | 1.18% |
| 2010 | 357,733 | 0.89% |
| 2011 | 378,176 | 5.71% |
| 2012 | 380,152 | 0.52% |
| 2013 | 391,173 | 2.90% |
| 2014 | 398,323 | 1.83% |
| 2015 | 416,002 | 4.44% |
| 2016 | 429,450 | 3.23% |
| 2017 | 477,675 | 11.23% |
| 2018 | 504,851 | 5.69% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Italy & Ghana comparison
Italy's area is approximately 294,140 km2 (113,568 sq mi), while the area of Ghana is approximately 227,540 km2 (87,853 sq mi). This means Ghana is 29.27% smaller than Italy.
As of October 2025, Italy's population is ~60.0 million people - 25,595,081 more people than the population of Ghana.
We have highlighted Italy & Ghana’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Italy | Ghana | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 60,008,362 | 34,413,281 | 25.6 million more people live in Italy than Ghana |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 209 | 56 | Italy has 153 more diplomatic representations abroad compared with Ghana. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 146 | 42 | Italy passport holders can visit 104 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 549 | 53 | Italian hosts 496 more foreign missions than Ghana. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Ghana travel to Italy in one year?
The number of visitors from Ghana visiting Italy in 2018 was approximately 504,851.
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