Yes, USA passport holders need a valid visa to visit the Ghana for tourism purposes. You must be outside Ghana when you apply for the tourist visa. Also, you cannot work in Ghana with the tourist visa. 

American Citizens can apply for an e-visa prior to their visit, which is a convenient and efficient way to obtain the necessary travel authorisation without visiting an embassy or consulate.

1. Passport: A scanned copy of your passport, valid for at least 6 months from your arrival date in Ghana. Ensure that your passport also has at least one blank page. 
   

2. Photograph: A recent passport-size coloured photograph meeting the Ghana visa photo requirements.

Here’s a step-by-step guide applying for a Ghana visa from USA: 

1. Step 1: Create an account on the official e-visa website or an authorised visa platform. 

2. Step 2: Login and start entering your requested accurate personal and travel details

3. Step 3: Upload digital copies of your passport and photo.

4. Step 4: Upload necessary travel documents if requested

5. Step 5: Review and pay the Ghana visa fee as directed.

6. Step 6: Once approved, receive your Ghana e-visa via mail.

Once approved, the Ghana e-visa will be sent to you via email. Please ensure you have a printout with you when travelling to USA.

Common reasons for Ghana visa rejections include incomplete or inaccurate documentation, lack of proof of strong ties to your home country and insufficient financial proof.

Yes, you can reapply for a Ghana visa after rejection.

At Atlys, your documents are encrypted multiple times and are inaccessible to anyone else. We do not sell your data to third parties.

Here are eligibility criteria for Ghana visa for American Citizens:

• You should be living outside Ghana.

• Must have a valid passport (valid for at least 6 months).

• Foreigners who entry Ghana must comply with the country Immigration and Law requirements.

• You shouldn’t be on the list of people temporarily banned from entering Ghana.

Yes, It is easy to get the Ghana visa for American Citizens but it's important to ensure that the accurate information is provided during the visa application process and you chose the right visa to cover your travels.

No, entering the Ghana the exact date is not mandatory. You can enter Ghana on any date between the arrival date and exit date stated on your e-visa. Please note that earlier entries are also not allowed.

Here are a few points you can keep in mind to ensure that your Ghana visa application is approved:

1. Provide the accurate information in the visa application. Personal details like name, date of birth etc; provided must match the details present in the passport 

2. Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months and have sufficient blank pages.

3. It is important to submit recent passport-sized photographs that meets the Ghana visa requirements

Yes, you can apply for Ghana e-visas for your family or group members in a single application session on Atlys. Atlys streamlines the process and allows you to manage all visa applications simultaneously. However, each member’s details, including passport information and photographs, must be provided during the application process.

Here's how to apply for a Ghana tourist visa online through Atlys:

1. Visit Atlys: Start your Ghana visa application on Atlys. 

2. Upload documents: Take a selfie for the photo and click a picture of passport or upload the photograph and passport copy from the device storage. 

3. Provide details: Enter your requested personal and passport details. 

4. Review and pay: Review your visa application, check out, and pay the applicable Ghana visa fees. 

5. Get your visa: While you await your visa approval, you can actively track its status on the Atlys app. Upon approval, Atlys will notify you via email with your Ghana visa attached. Remember to print the e-visa to carry while entering the country.

You can check your Ghana visa status here. If your country is not present here, then you can directly check on the Ghana official visa website.