Ghana to Introduce Visa-Free Entry for Africans from May 25
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The Government of Ghana has announced plans to grant visa-free entry to all African nationals, marking a significant shift in its immigration policy aimed at strengthening regional integration.
The policy, approved under President John Mahama, is scheduled to take effect on May 25, a date celebrated annually as Africa Day. Officials say the move is part of broader efforts to promote unity across the continent and ease cross-border movement.
Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa, confirmed the development, noting that the initiative will allow Africans to travel into the country without the need for a visa prior to arrival.
The announcement was made during a diplomatic engagement in Accra, coinciding with a state visit by Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
According to the government, the visa-free policy will be integrated into a new electronic visa system expected to launch soon, streamlining entry processes while maintaining border control standards.
Authorities believe the decision will boost tourism, trade, and investment within Africa, while reinforcing Ghana’s long-standing position as a hub for Pan-African cooperation.
Officials also indicated that efforts are ongoing to negotiate additional visa waiver agreements for Ghanaian citizens, expanding their access to other countries. Since 2025, the country has secured over 20 such agreements as part of its foreign policy strategy.
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