Procedure for Applying Ghana Tourist Visit Visa from Ottawa
Ghana has history dates back to 1700 which depict the rich culture and distinct traditions of the African country. Ghana is among the countries which has started cultural tourism programme with the name of The Slave Route which has become a vital attraction for the visitors. With its magnificent culture and rich traditions, Ghana welcomes thousands of tourists every year. Canadian Nationals or residents who want to make their visit to Ghana need to lodge their applications to the Ghana High Commission in Ottawa. They need to fulfil certain requirements that have been set by the High Commission to be eligible for the tourist visit visa. This step by step guide has been written to make the process easier for those who wish to get Ghana tourist visit visa from Ottawa.
Ghana High Commission in Ottawa
Address: 29 Beechwood Ave, Ottawa, ON K1M 1M2, Canada
Contact: +1 613 236 0871
Visit Ghana High Commission Website
Instructions
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Application Form
Visa Application form can be download from official website of the Ghana high Commission in Ottawa. You can also download visa application form, clicking on the link given below.
Click to Download Visa Application Form.
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Requirements
Some of pre-requisites that should be fulfil in order to be eligible to get a visit visa for the Ghana from London:
a) Valid passport for at least six months
b) Visa Fee
c) Sufficient Funds
d) Legal resident of the Ottawa
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Visa Fee
Single Entry visa fee is $65.00 CAD while the visa fee for the multiple entries is $150.00. Fee can be paid in person or by Bank Draft or Postal Order made payable to the name of the “Ghana High Commission in Ottawa”.
Click to Locate Nearest Post Office in Ottawa.
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Check List
Before you submit your application, you need to check the attachment of the following in your application package:
a) Completed Application Form duly signed by the applicant,
b) Passport with the required validity,
c) Photocopy of the main pages of the passport,
d) Four recent passport sized photographs in light colour background,
e) An international certificate of vaccination for the Yellow Fever,
f) A return ticket,
g) Two references with the original names and addresses of the Referee,
h) Confirmation booking
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Submission of Application
Applications can be submitted in person or by postal service. You should use registered postal service to avoid loss of documents. You should also send prepaid, stamped, self-addressed return envelope. In case of in person application submission, you need to visit the Ghana High Commission in Ottawa between 9:00 to 15:00 from Monday to Friday.
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Application Processing Time
All applications are processed in five working days. Delays are subject to the requirements and further investigation of the documents.
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Collection of Visa
You can collect your visa from the Visa section of the Ghana High Commission in Ottawa. If you submit your application by postal service, you should wait for the visa to be delivered to your given address. Visas can be collected between 9:00 to 15:00 from Monday to Friday.
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Things Allowed to Carry
You can take camps, cameras, laptops, ipod, music players, household products, and all necessary things that might be required in tour. You are advised to avoid any illegal drug, liquid or medicine to take into the territory of the Ghana.
