 Bordering on the Gulf of Guinea, Ghana is bounded by Côte d'Ivoire to the west, Burkina Faso to the north, Togo to the east, and the Atlantic Ocean to the south.
The country has mild tropical climate. The rains in the North are in March-April, with intermittent rain until August-September when the rains are at their best. In the rest areas rains occur from April to June and from September to November.
Average temperatures are about 26°C (85°F); humidity is 50 to 80%. Generally temperatures are highest in March and lowest in August after the rains. Difference between day and night temperatures is barely noticeable, but greater in the north, especially in January, as a result of the harmattan.
Visa and Passport Information
You require a passport valid for three months compulsory for all except nationals of ECOWAS countries who can enter with a valid travel certificate.
 Visas are compulsory for all except the following for stays of up to three months:
1) nationals of Benin, Burkina Faso, Cape Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Gambia, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Mali, Malaysia, Mauritania, Mauritius, Niger, Nigeria, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Togo and Zimbabwe.
2) nationals of China for stays of up to two months provided holding Hong Kong (SAR), China passports.
Visa cost:
Tourist/Business: £30 (single-entry); £40 (multiple-entry; six months); £60 (multiple-entry; one year); £70 (multiple-entry; two years).
Transit: (in case you continue onward journey within 24 hours and not leave the airport) £10.
The visa is valid for three months from the date of issue. You may ask for an extension.
For application head to: Consulate or Consular section at Embassy or High Commission.
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Ghana's Attractions
Here you may read about the most intriguing places to visit in Ghana. Consider their location and attractions available.
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