Ghana to lift visa requirements for all Africans

Starting in early 2025, Ghana will allow citizens from every African country to enter without a visa. President Nana Akufo-Addo announced this policy at the Africa Prosperity Dialogues, hoping to develop stronger continental ties and boost tourism, trade, and travel. Until now, Ghana has allowed visa-free entry for residents of 26 African nations and granted visas on arrival for citizens of 25 others, with only two African countries requiring pre-arranged visas. By expanding visa-free access to the entire continent, Ghana joins Rwanda, the Seychelles, the Gambia, and Benin on a short list of African countries offering such inclusive travel policies.