Burkina Faso
Ghana
Ghana visa for citizens of Burkina Faso
Entry requirement
Ghana admits citizens of Burkina Faso without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index · Confirm at ouagadougou.mfa.gov.gh
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Ghanaian citizens travelling to Burkina Faso
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Travel advice for Ghana
- US State Department Level 2: Exercise increased caution
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) Advises against all but essential travel to parts of the country
- German Foreign Office Partial travel warning for parts of the country (Teilreisewarnung)
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
For a trip from Burkina Faso to Ghana, the published travel advice reads as follows: the US State Department rates Ghana at Level 2, exercise increased caution (updated 6 July 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office advises against all but essential travel to parts of Ghana (updated 4 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has a partial travel warning (Teilreisewarnung) for parts of Ghana (updated 5 November 2026).
Good to know
How long citizens of Burkina Faso can stay in Ghana
Citizens of Burkina Faso may stay in Ghana for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Ghana.
Ghana’s neighbours for citizens of Burkina Faso
Ivory Coast and Togo admit citizens of Burkina Faso visa-free.
Ghanaian citizens travelling to Burkina Faso
Ghanaian citizens can enter Burkina Faso without a visa. The rule is the same in both directions between Burkina Faso and Ghana.
Frequently asked questions
Do citizens of Burkina Faso need a visa for Ghana?
Ghana admits citizens of Burkina Faso without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can citizens of Burkina Faso stay in Ghana?
Citizens of Burkina Faso can stay in Ghana for up to 90 days.
Do Ghanaian citizens need a visa for Burkina Faso?
Ghanaian citizens can enter Burkina Faso without a visa.
Can citizens of Burkina Faso enter Ghana visa-free?
Yes, citizens of Burkina Faso can enter Ghana without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.