How to Apply for a Ghana Visa in Tampa : visasupply.com

The city of Tampa, located on the Gulf Coast of Florida, is one of the three principal cities (the other two being St. Petersburg and Clearwater) that make up the Tampa Bay Area. The Tampa Bay Area is the 18th-largest metropolis in the United States and has a population of 3.1 million people. The metro area includes the counties of Hillsborough, Pinellas, Citrus, and Manatee, along with the towns of Brandon, Palm Harbor, Dunedin, Largo, Tarpon Springs, and Bradenton. Although not officially part of the Tampa Bay Area, nearby Sarasota is a popular destination for international visitors thanks to the area’s beautiful beaches. The Ghanaian immigrant population in Tampa is small but it is home to the Ghanaian Association of Tampa Bay, an organization that hosts cultural events and provides services to its community. The city of Tampa has strong connections to Ghana through University of South Florida (USF), which not only has international students from Ghana, but also sends American students to Ghana for various study abroad programs and research assignments through its partnerships with the University of Ghana and Cape Coast University. The University of Tampa also has study abroad programs in Ghana and professors with knowledge of the region.

Ghana is a West African nation of 31 million people that has over 100 ethnic groups speaking nearly 80 languages, including English, the country’s official language. Ghana has a proud history and rich culture that is one of the most influential in Africa. Led by Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first president and icon of the Pan-Africanism Movement, this was the first country in Sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence during the era of European colonialism. The ideals of the Pan-Africanism Movement are manifested today by the growing number of American tourists traveling to Ghana from cities like Tampa to learn more about their cultural heritage and history. Ghana has extended the welcome mat to Americans and others around the world in the Black Diaspora through their “Year of Return” and “Beyond the Return” campaigns. These campaigns not only strengthen the bonds of friendship between our two great nations, but also bolster economic ties. There are several ongoing and proposed infrastructure projects in Ghana such as the Petronia City Project, Accra Marine Drive Tourism Project, Ghana Hospitals Project, and expansion of Kumasi Airport. These mega projects are all great opportunities for Tampa construction businesses (that have the resources and skillset) to contribute to Ghana's growth.

Obtaining a Ghana Visa from Tampa

Visas for Ghana are issued by the Ghanaian government in the United States. The government of Ghana is represented by their embassy located in Washington, D.C. and two consulates located in New York City and Little Rock, Arkansas. To apply for a Ghana visa from Tampa, you must first fill out the visa application online through the Ghana embassy website and then send your original passport and supporting documents to their office by US Mail, FedEx, or UPS. Here is the address:

Embassy of Ghana
Consular Section
3512 International Dr. NW
Washington, DC 20008

It is important to review the requirements for visas on the Ghana embassy website and ensure your application and all supporting documents are accurate. Here is the link to the embassy website with detailed information: Visa Application - Embassy of Ghana, Washington DC (ghanaembassydc.org)

You have the option of paying for UPS return shipping online when you complete your application (the shipping fee is $29.75) or you can include a self-addressed USPS (US Postal Service Express Mail or Priority Mail), FedEx, or UPS prepaid envelope (please make note of the tracking number) so the embassy can return your passport and visa to your home or office.

The government fee for the single-entry visa using the regular processing of 15 business days (plus transit time) is $60 for U.S. citizens plus $3.10 for the payment processing fee. The government fee for the multiple-entry visa using the regular processing is $100 for U.S. citizens plus $4.14 for the payment processing fee.

If you need the visa faster, there is an option to pay an additional $40 for the single-entry visa (plus $4.14 for the payment processing fee) or an additional $100 for the multiple-entry visa (plus $7.23 for the payment processing fee). Processing time for this rush service is 5 business days (plus transit time). If you need the visa faster, please contact our company and we can provide you with options for expedited services.

Other things to consider:

U.S. citizens must have a valid visa and a passport that does not expire within six months of your date of entry into Ghana.
Your U.S. passport must be signed; the signature page of your passport is located opposite the data page that has your name and photo.
All visitors to Ghana are required to have a valid World Health Organization (WHO) card with yellow fever vaccination. The vaccination should be taken at least ten 10 days before your date of departure to Ghana. Please use the following link from the Center for Disease Control website to find the nearest clinic offering the yellow fever vaccine: Search for Stamaril yellow fever vaccination clinics | Travelers' Health | CDC
Please read the latest guidelines regarding COVID-19 on the Ghana embassy website: COVID-19 - Embassy of Ghana, Washington DC (ghanaembassydc.org)
It is recommended to purchase travel insurance before any international trip in case of medical emergencies. We advise getting the Geo Blue Voyager Single Trip Plan.

Emergency Assistance for Ghana Citizens in Tampa

If you are a citizen of Ghana living in the Tampa area with an emergency or require urgent assistance, you can reach the embassy in Washington, D.C. by calling 202-686-4520 or by email at info@ghanaembassydc.org. You can find more information on the Embassy of Ghana website: Passport Application - Embassy of Ghana, Washington DC (ghanaembassydc.org). You must appear in person at the embassy or consulate (by appointment only) to obtain a new passport, renew your existing passport, or replace a lost or stolen Ghana passport. Please click on the following link to schedule your appointment at the embassy: Book Appointment – CONSULAR SERVICES (ghanapv.org)

We Can Help if You Need Assistance

If you live in Tampa or anywhere in the state of Florida and have difficulty applying for a Ghana visa, or require assistance with this process, please give our office a call at 404-682-5445 or schedule an appointment with our company. We are a private agency in Atlanta providing Ghana visa services for Americans and other U.S.-based residents. Our number one goal is to ensure your application documents for a visa are submitted accurately to the Ghanaian government. Our services eliminate delays and give you the peace of mind to focus on your travel plans.

We provide the following Ghana visa services for our customers in Tampa:

Ghana Tourist Visa
Ghana Business Visa
Ghana Diplomatic Visa
Ghana Official Visa
Ghana Hotel Accommodations