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Sri Lanka Ghana passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka, so no application is needed before travelling.
Visa on arrival
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- Visa on arrival
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- Last updated
- February 2026
What Ghana passport holders need to do
- Bring a passport with enough validity and at least one blank page.
- Have the visa fee ready, often in cash, plus passport photos if they are requested.
- Carry proof of onward travel and accommodation to show the immigration officer.
Ghana is one of 191 passports in the “visa on arrival” group for Sri Lanka. See the full Sri Lanka visa requirements for every passport.
Other easy destinations in Asia for Ghana passport holders
Sri Lanka is one of 22 destinations in the “visa on arrival” group for the Ghana passport, which ranks #62 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 Sri Lanka?
Ghana passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Sri Lanka, so no application is needed before travelling.
Do Sri Lanka citizens need a visa for Ghana?
Sri Lanka passport holders can get a visa on arrival in Ghana, so no application is needed before travelling.
Sri Lanka 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 Sri Lanka before you book.