1. Check Visa Requirements Early

Most travellers need a visa before entering Ghana unless they’re from an ECOWAS country. Apply early to avoid last-minute stress, and ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond your travel dates.

2. Get Required Vaccinations

Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry into Ghana. Carry your Yellow Fever Card, and consider additional vaccinations such as typhoid, hepatitis A/B, and malaria prevention tablets.

3. Pack for a Tropical Climate

Ghana is warm year-round, with temperatures between 25–32°C. Bring light clothing, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated.

4. Stay Connected With a Local SIM

Local SIM cards from MTN, Vodafone, or AirtelTigo are affordable and offer excellent coverage. You’ll need your passport for registration.

5. Respect Local Customs & Culture

• Greet people politely
• Avoid using your left hand for giving/receiving items
• Dress modestly when visiting rural areas or cultural sites

6. Use Safe Transportation Options

For convenience and comfort:

• Use Uber, Bolt, or Yango in major cities
• Use reputable bus companies such as VIP or STC for long distances
• Avoid unregistered taxis

7. Carry Some Cash

While mobile money and card payments are growing, cash is still widely used—especially in markets and rural areas. Ghana’s currency is the Ghanaian Cedi (GHS).

8. Try Local Ghanaian Cuisine

Don’t leave without trying:

• Jollof Rice
• Waakye
• Banku & Tilapia
• Kelewele
• Fufu with Light Soup

9. Stay Safe & Keep Essentials Secure

Ghana is generally safe for travellers. Still, take basic precautions: avoid walking alone late at night, keep your passport and valuables secured, and use hotel safes where available.

10. Explore Beyond Accra

While Accra is exciting, Ghana has much more to offer:

• Cape Coast & Elmina Castles
• Kakum National Park
• Volta Region waterfalls
• Mole National Park
• Kumasi & Ashanti cultural sites