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India Ghana passport holders need a visa for India, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.
Yes, an e-Visa is required
- Entry requirement
- e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- Set by the visa
- Apply before travel
- Yes
- Last updated
- February 2026
How to apply
Checked November 2026⚠️ The Indian government says indianvisaonline.gov.in/evisa is the only official e-Visa site, that no agent is needed, and warns against anyone selling express or guaranteed approval. Use only the official links below.
India e-Tourist Visa (30-day, 1-year and 5-year options)
- Fee
- Varies by nationality. For most nationalities: 30-day visa USD 10 (April-June) or USD 25 (July-March), 1-year visa USD 40; the 5-year visa price differs widely by nationality; some nationalities pay less or nothing. Non-refundable, plus a 3 percent bank charge
- Valid for
- 30 days from first arrival (multiple entry), or 1 year / 5 years from grant (multiple entry)
- Stay
- 30-day visa: within the 30 days; 1-year and 5-year visas: no more than 180 days in a calendar year
- Processing
- Apply and pay at least 4 days before arrival; no express service exists
- Apply
- At least 4 days and up to 120 days before arrival
At the border
- Passport must have at least 6 months of validity at the time of applying and at least two blank pages for stamps.
- Carry a return or onward ticket and enough money for the stay.
- e-Visa holders must arrive through designated e-Visa airports or seaports; most land borders are not open to e-Visa entry.
- Foreigners can submit the free Indian e-Arrival Card online up to 72 hours before arrival (boi.gov.in, indianvisaonline.gov.in or the Indian Visa Su-Swagatam app).
- Each child needs a separate e-Visa and their own passport.
- The government charges no fees at the airport and does not use intermediaries.
Recent changes
- 2025: an online e-Arrival Card was introduced for foreigners and OCI cardholders, fileable up to 72 hours before arrival.
Official source: Indian Visa Online - Ministry of Home Affairs / Bureau of Immigration · Not yet confirmed officially: evisa.fee: 5-year e-Tourist visa amounts per nationality not listed here (see official country-wise fee PDF), e-Arrival Card launch month (only the year is reflected; page gives no date), Number of e-Visa entry points (the official site gives inconsistent counts), consularVisa.fee and processing
What Ghana passport holders need to do
- Apply on the destination's official e-Visa portal.
- Upload a passport scan and a photo, then pay the fee online.
- Save or print the approved e-Visa and present it at the border.
Ghana is one of 157 passports in the “e-visa” group for India. See the full India visa requirements for every passport.
Easier alternatives in Asia for Ghana passport holders
India is one of 38 destinations in the “e-visa” group for the Ghana passport, which ranks #63 worldwide with a mobility score of 66. Of 50 destinations in Asia, 12 need no visa arranged in advance; the easiest are listed below.
| Destination | Requirement | Max stay |
|---|---|---|
 Bangladesh | Visa-free | 90 days |
 Philippines | Visa-free | 30 days |
 Singapore | Visa-free | 30 days |
 Cambodia | Visa on arrival | – |
 Iran | Visa on arrival | – |
 Jordan | Visa on arrival | – |
 Lebanon | Visa on arrival | – |
 Macau | Visa on arrival | – |
 Maldives | Visa on arrival | – |
 Sri Lanka | Visa on arrival | – |
 Timor-Leste | Visa on arrival | – |
 Pakistan | eTA required | – |
Frequently asked questions
Do Ghanaian citizens need a visa for India?
Ghana passport holders need a visa for India, and it can be applied for online as an e-Visa.
Can Ghanaian citizens apply for India visa online?
Yes. Ghana passport holders are eligible for an e-Visa to India, so the application can be completed online without visiting an embassy.
Do India citizens need a visa for Ghana?
India passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Ghana, so no application is needed before travelling.
India visa requirements for other passports
Data last updated February 2026. This page covers short visits such as tourism. Rules can change at short notice and differ for work, study or long stays. Confirm with the embassy or official immigration website of India before you book.