Foreign travel advice: Ghana

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The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) advise against all but essential travel to Ghana. This is due to the Ghanaian authorities announcing measures restricting individuals, except Ghanaian citizens and resident permit holders, from entering Ghana if they have been to a country that has 200 cases of coronavirus COVID-19 within the last 14 days. These entry restrictions will come in to affect as of 17 March 1300 GMT.

Cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) have been confirmed in Ghana. The Ghanaian authorities have introduced a number of measures to limit the spread of the virus. See Health

Around 90,000 British nationals visit Ghana every year. While most visits are trouble-free, crime does occur. In recent years, reported crime has increased, particularly over the Christmas period. Criminal activity ranging from petty street crime, to violent crime can occur at any time. Take sensible precautions. Be particularly vigilant in public areas, and take care when travelling by road. See Crime

If you are travelling to Ghana to attend a Year of Return event over the Christmas period, you may experience delays to air and road travel. See Year of return events

It's mandatory for all foreign nationals resident in Ghana to register with the National Identification Authority (NIA) of Ghana and get a non-citizen Ghana card. See Local laws and customs

Localised outbreaks of civil unrest can occur at short notice, and can become violent (sometimes involving weapons). If you're in these areas, you should remain vigilant, exercise caution and follow the advice of local authorities. If this does happen, local police may impose curfews to contain the situation. See Local travel

Terrorists are likely to try to carry out attacks in Ghana. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreigners. See Terrorism

If you're abroad and you need emergency help from the UK government, contact the nearest British embassy, consulate or high commission.

The Overseas Business Risk service offers information and advice for British companies operating overseas on how to manage political, economic, and business security-related risks.

Take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance before travelling.