28 Mar 2022 | 08:59 AM UTC
Ghana: Authorities lifting most COVID-19-related measures effective March 28 /update 32
Ghana eases most COVID-19 domestic measures, international travel restrictions effective March 28. Land, sea borders reopen to passengers.
Event
Authorities in Ghana are lifting the majority of COVID-19-related domestic measures and travel restrictions as of March 28, citing a decline in the number of infections recorded.
Domestic Measures
The wearing of facemasks is no longer required, while churches, mosques, conferences, workshops, private parties and events, cinemas, theatres, sporting events, political gatherings, and funerals may resume at full capacity; participants must be fully vaccinated. It remains unclear whether bars and nightclubs may operate.
International Travel Restrictions
Fully vaccinated travelers can enter without restriction, while unvaccinated Ghanaians and foreign residents must present a negative PCR test result not older than 48 hours and will be tested on arrival. In addition, land and sea borders have reopened to passenger traffic.
Prior to the announcement, all arriving passengers had to complete a Health Declaration Form available by clicking here and create an account on a dedicated website accessible by clicking here to upload a negative PCR test result. Passengers had to pay for the arrival test before travel via a website accessible by clicking here.
All Ghanaians leaving the country must be vaccinated.
Authorities have banned travelers from Malta from entering the country, citing health concerns due to the spread of the Omicron COVID-19 variant. In addition, officials said that the COVID-19 vaccination certificate issued in Malta are not recognized. Exemptions exist for travels involving humanitarian reasons and official duties under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration approval.
Advice
Follow all official instructions. Reconfirm all travel arrangements. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Ensure contingency plans account for further disruptive measures or extensions of current restrictions. Reconsider and reconfirm nonemergency health appointments. Plan for queues and delays at available shopping centers. Plan for possible ground shipping and travel delays; seek alternative routes and shipping methods for time-sensitive cargo.
