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title: Ghana visa for citizens of Laos
description: "Citizens of Laos need a visa for Ghana and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $60. Processing: 10–15 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Ghana visa for citizens of Laos

Citizens of Laos need a visa for Ghana and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre.

*Not yet verified · last checked 2026-08-16. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

> Our latest check could not confirm these details against an official source, or found a conflict. Treat them as a starting point and confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you book.

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** Embassy / VFS · Visa · Standard Tourist
- **How to apply:** In-person at an embassy or visa center
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 10–15 days
- **Government fee:** $60
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Required
- **Appointment:** Required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required
- **Proof of funds:** Bank statements for the last 3 months showing sufficient balance

## How to apply

1. **Check eligibility and requirements** — Verify your passport validity and gather necessary documents
2. **Complete visa application form** — Fill online or paper form from embassy website
3. **Gather supporting documents** — Collect all required documents listed above
4. **Schedule an appointment** — Contact the Ghana embassy or consulate for a biometrics appointment
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the non-refundable fee as instructed (e.g., bank draft or cash)
6. **Attend appointment in person** — Submit documents, provide biometrics (fingerprints and photo)
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing takes 10-15 working days
8. **Collect your passport** — Return to the embassy or arrange courier with visa stamp

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Travel): Must be valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages
- **Completed visa application form** (Supporting): Download from embassy website
- **Two passport-sized photographs** (Supporting): White background, 2x2 inches
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Round-trip or onward ticket
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed booking for entire stay
- **Bank statements (last 3 months)** (Financial): Proof of sufficient funds
- **Employment letter** (Employment): Stating position, salary, and leave approval
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory
- **Copy of passport data page** (Supporting): Clear photocopy
- **Proof of accommodation (e.g., hotel booking)** (Supporting): May be combined with hotel reservation
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry into Ghana
- **Visa fee payment receipt** (Supporting): Pay at embassy or via bank draft
- **Cover letter** (Supporting, optional): Explain purpose of visit and itinerary

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Equivalent of $500 for the duration of stay
- Bank statements
- Pay slips
- Sponsorship letter

Bank statements must be original or certified copies, not older than 1 month

## Good to know

- Visa fees are non-refundable regardless of outcome
- Passport must be valid for at least 6 months at time of entry
- Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for entry into Ghana

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete application form** — Fill all fields and double-check before submission
- **Insufficient funds** — Provide bank statements showing adequate balance for the trip
- **Invalid passport validity** — Ensure passport is valid for at least 6 months beyond intended stay
- **Missing required documents** — Review embassy checklist carefully and include all documents

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Laos need a visa for Ghana?

Citizens of Laos need a visa for Ghana and must apply in person at an embassy or visa centre. Visa type: Visa · Standard Tourist.

### How long can citizens of Laos stay in Ghana?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Ghana visa cost for citizens of Laos?

Government fee: $60.

### How long does Ghana visa processing take?

Typically 10–15 days.

### What documents do citizens of Laos need for Ghana?

Valid passport; Completed visa application form; Two passport-sized photographs; Flight itinerary; Hotel reservation; Bank statements (last 3 months); and 7 more.

### How long must my passport be valid for Ghana?

At least 6 months.

## Sources

- ghanaembassy.org (ghanaembassy.org, third-party site)

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