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Ghana: Travel guide, visas and free housing · 2026

Ghana, officially the Republic of Ghana, is a country in West Africa.

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Exchange rateGH₵11.68per 1 $GHS — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026
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Highlights of the country

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Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026
UK Foreign Office (FCDO)Essential travel only to partsEssential travel only, and only to part of the country.
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Removal of information about flooding in parts of Ghana, including Accra and surrounding areas (‘Warnings and insurance’ page).

US State DepartmentLevel 2Watch your surroundings and belongings more closely than usual.
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Exercise increased caution when traveling to Ghana due to crime, poor health infrastructure, violence against women, and violence against lesbian and gay travelers . Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Crime Violent crime, such as carjacking, street mugging, assault, and rape occurs in Ghana. These crimes often happen at night and in remote locations.

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory
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