Ghana passport → Central African Republic

Do Ghanaian citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?

Visa required in advance

Ghanaian passport holders need a visa for the Central African Republic, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.

What this means for your trip

Start early. Some countries take the whole application online; others need a visa-centre appointment for fingerprints, and waits can be long in peak season.
Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, tax returns, an employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.

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Central African Republic at a glance

Capital: Bangui
Currency: Central African CFA franc (XAF)
Languages: French, Sango
Calling code: +236
Region: Middle Africa

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Central African Republic for other passports

GhanaVisa required
IndiaVisa required
United StatesVisa required
United KingdomVisa required
United Arab EmiratesVisa on arrival90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeVisa required
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaVisa required
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippinesVisa required

Nearby in Middle Africa for Ghanaian passport holders

AngolaeVisa
CamerooneVisa
ChadeVisa
DR CongoeVisa7 days
Equatorial GuineaeVisa
GaboneVisa90 days
Sao Tome and PrincipeeVisa
CongoVisa required

Common questions

Do Ghanaian citizens need a visa for the Central African Republic?

Ghanaian passport holders need a visa for the Central African Republic, arranged before you travel. Depending on the country, that means an online application, a sponsor or agent, or an appointment at a visa centre.

How long can Ghanaian citizens stay in the Central African Republic?

The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.

Can Ghanaian citizens get a visa on arrival in the Central African Republic?

Not under the standard rules.

How many countries can Ghanaian citizens visit without a visa?

65 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Ghana passport ranks #64 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).

Source: Wikipedia contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0). Updated weekly. Rules can change, so give the official site a quick look before you fly.