How to Apply for UK Visa from Ghana 2026
Complete guide to applying for a UK Standard Visitor Visa from Ghana. Covers requirements, documents, biometric appointment, fees, and processing times.
UK Visa Types
| Visa Type | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Visitor (6 months) | Up to 6 months | GBP 115 |
| Long-term Visitor (2 years) | Multiple entries, 6 months per visit | GBP 432 |
| Long-term Visitor (5 years) | Multiple entries, 6 months per visit | GBP 771 |
| Long-term Visitor (10 years) | Multiple entries, 6 months per visit | GBP 963 |
| Student Visa | Course duration | GBP 490 |
| Skilled Worker | Up to 5 years | GBP 719+ |
Application Process
- Apply online: Complete the UK visa application at gov.uk
- Pay the fee: GBP 115 for Standard Visitor Visa
- Book biometric appointment: Via TLS Contact or VFS Global in Accra
- Attend appointment: Provide fingerprints and photograph, submit documents
- Wait for decision: Standard processing 3-6 weeks
- Collect passport: With visa vignette if approved
Required Documents
- Valid passport (at least 6 months validity)
- Completed online application and printed confirmation
- Bank statements (last 6 months)
- Employment letter with salary details and leave approval
- Travel itinerary and accommodation proof
- Invitation letter (if visiting family or friends)
- Evidence of ties to Ghana (property, business, family)
- Previous UK visas or travel history (if any)
- Tuberculosis (TB) test result from an approved clinic in Ghana
TB Test Required: Ghanaian applicants must take a tuberculosis test at an approved clinic before applying. Without a valid TB certificate, your application will be refused.
Frequently Asked Questions
Standard processing takes 3-6 weeks from the date of your biometric appointment. Priority processing (additional fee of approximately GBP 250) can reduce this to 5 working days. Super Priority (GBP 956) may deliver a decision by the next working day.
Yes. Ghana is listed as a country requiring a TB test for UK visa applications. You must take the test at an approved clinic in Accra. The certificate is valid for 6 months.
There is no formal interview for a UK Standard Visitor Visa. Your application is assessed based on the documents you submit. However, you attend a biometric appointment where staff may ask basic questions. The decision is made by an Entry Clearance Officer based on your documentation.