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 A- GOING AROUND GHANA
Arrival and visa formalities
The Ghana Embassies abroad issue visas for 30 days and also multiple re-entry visas. If visits to neighbouring countries are planned, it is better to get the re-entry visas before departing to Ghana. All immigrations/visa forms require 4 passport photographs
Driving Licence
A foreign licence may be used for a period of three months, after this period a Ghanaian licence must be obtained which has to be renewed every two years. On request, an international driving licence can be obtained which is valid for one year only.
Road distances from Accra
| Town | Distance in km | Town | Distance in km | | Aburi | 38 | Kpandu | 206 | | Ada | 114 | Kintanpo | 478 | | Aflo | 192 | Kumasi | 270 | | Akosombo | 104 | Lawra | 977 | | Bamboi | 474 | Navrongo | 845 | | Bawku | 828 | Nkawkaw | 163 | | Bibiani | 265 | Nsawam | 35 | | Bole | 892 | Obuasi | 320 | | Bolgatanga | 810 | Oda | 143 | | Cape Coast | 114 | Salaga | 443 | | Damongo | 782 | Sekondi | 218 | | Elmina | 158 | Sunyani | 400 | | Ejura | 336 | Swedru | 85 | | Gambaga | 811 | Tamale | 640 | | Half-Asini | 403 | Takoradi | 228 | | Ho | 185 | Tarkwa | 317 | | Hohoe | 221 | Techiman | 398 | | Keta | 214 | Wa | 712 | | Koforidua | 85 | World Investment News Ltdba | 66 | | Konongo | 220 | Yeji | 499 |
B- PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
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1st January New Year's
Day
6th March Independence Day
Good Friday
Easter Monday
1st May May Day
4th June Revolution Day
1st July Republic Day
1st Friday December Farmers' Day
25th December Christmas Day
26th December Boxing Day
Also 2 Muslim holidays Eid-II-Fitr and Eid-II-Adha:
Not fixed
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AIRPORT TAX
The airport tax is US$20, which is usually included
in your ticket. If not, the amount has to be paid
before departure.
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PICTURES
Taking photographs at the airport and harbours,
the Christianborg Castle and around Government
building, even if they are of historical interest,
is prohibited.
Some Ghanaians are also very sensitive about this
and it is advisable to ask permission before taking
pictures of individuals.
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MEDICAL INFORMATION
If possible, bring your medial supplies with
you, as there are shortages of certain kinds of
medications. Malaria prophylaxis is absolutely
essential. Both standing and free flowing water
may carry various diseases in Ghana.
Certain fresh water snails, commonly found in
rivers, carry bilharzia parasites.
Guinea Worms are more usually found in standing
water. River blindness is more common in swift-flowing
streams in the Northern Region. It is advisable
to avoid bathing in rivers and lakes. It is also
not advisable to drink water that has not been
boiled and/or filtered.
A valid vaccination card must be carried when
entering or leaving Ghana. Only yellow fever vaccination
is obligatory.
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ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES
Tension 240 volts 50 Hz Television/video equipment
uses the same system as Central Europe.
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CURRENCY REGULATIONS
There is no restriction on foreign money that
may be taken into Ghana. Foreign currency brought
into Ghana may be exchanged into cedis (the national
currency), at any local authorized bank or Forex
bureau. Currency can be exchanged in Accra and
the larger regional centres. Foreign currency
can be imported through the banking system by
telegraphic and mail transfer, cheques, drafts
etc. Traveller's cheques have a lower rate of
exchange. Rates are quoted daily and they vary
from dealer to dealer. It is advisable to shop
around to find the best rate in the Bureau. Credit
cards are accepted in a few places such as hotels
and some supermarkets.
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WEATHER CONDITIONS
Due to the high humidity and high temperatures,
it is advisable to wear good quality cotton clothes,
which can actually be purchased in Ghana. It can
be very uncomfortable in either restrictive or
artificial-fibre clothes. Also due to the range
of temperatures, to carry a few cotton knits or
light jackets is advisable as the evenings can
be rather cool at times. Temperatures may also
fall during the rainy season.
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