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Ghana Travel Guide

19 destinations · 1 scam guide · 6 comparisons · 23 popular picks

Quick Facts

Capital
Accra
Currency
GHβ‚΅ (GHS)
Language
English
Best Time to Visit
Nov–Mar
Budget Level
$
Visa
Visa required for most

Travel Advisory

Level 2 β€” Exercise Increased Caution
Crime Civil Unrest Health

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ US State Department Advisory

Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

Updated to reflect threats against women travelers and increased risks in specific regions. Exercise increased caution in Ghana due to  crime  and  violence against women travelers and lesbian, gay, and bisexual travelers .  Some areas of Ghana have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Reconsider Travel to: The Upper East Region, North East Region, Upper West Region, and the western portion of the Savannah Region (all areas west of the N12 Highway) that shares a b...

Read full advisory on travel.state.gov β†’
Updated: Tue, 08 Apr 2025

πŸ₯ CDC Health Notices

Clade II Monkeypox in Ghana and Liberia β€” CDC Level 2

✈️ Planning a Trip?

Despite advisories, many travelers visit Ghana safely every year. Check our guides for practical tips:

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