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Standard Visitor · Student visa · Skilled Worker (3 yrs or less) · Visitor in Transit visa
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An eVisa or eTA covers this route, so there is no consulate appointment for the application itself.
Standard Visitor
An eVisa or eTA covers this route, so there is no consulate appointment for the application itself.
Fee
£135
≈ GH₵2,071
Processing
15 to 60 days
Apply well ahead of travel
Max stay
180 days
In any 180-day period
Student visa
An eVisa or eTA covers this route, so there is no consulate appointment for the application itself.
Fee
£524
≈ GH₵8,038
Processing
15 to 30 days
Apply well ahead of travel
Max stay
Up to 2 years
In any 730-day period
Stay covers the course length. IHS surcharge payable in addition.
Skilled Worker (3 yrs or less)
An eVisa or eTA covers this route, so there is no consulate appointment for the application itself.
Fee
£769
≈ GH₵11,796
Processing
15 to 30 days
Apply well ahead of travel
Max stay
Up to 3 years
In any 1095-day period
Requires a Certificate of Sponsorship. IHS surcharge payable in addition.
Visitor in Transit visa
An eVisa or eTA covers this route, so there is no consulate appointment for the application itself.
Fee
£75
≈ GH₵1,143
For travellers only passing through the UK to another country.
Fees are the official application fees in GBP. ≈ amounts are a live conversion to GHS and are indicative only.
Worth knowing
Official sourcewww.gov.uk
Ghanaian nationals must apply for a Standard Visitor visa online before travelling to the UK, as they are not eligible for an ETA-only or visa-free route. Applicants can apply up to 3 months before travel. A Visitor in Transit visa is available for those only passing through the UK.
Valid Passport
Bank Statements 3-6 Months
Proof Of Funds
Travel Itinerary
Accommodation Proof
Return Ticket
Admission Letter
Tuition And Living Funds Proof
Bank Statements
Academic Transcripts
English Proficiency If Required
Job Offer Or Sponsorship
Sponsorship Or Permit Approval
Qualifications Proof
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