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Visa requirements · updated Jul 2026

Do Iraq citizens need a visa for Ghana?

Visa on arrival

Iraq citizens can get a visa on arrival for Ghana — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.

VISAXSJul 2026
Visa on arrival
Iraq → Ghana
allowed

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Iraq vs Ghana: passport comparison

Iraq

8

visa-free countries

Global rank: #196 · mobility 61.1

Ghana

42

visa-free countries

Global rank: #130 · mobility 88
4

countries both Iraq and Ghana can enter visa-free together

Iraq + Ghana: passport compatibility

72%

of the world — where both passports have the same visa access

Where Iraq and Ghana travel together — by entry type:

4 both visa-free
15 both visa on arrival
33 both e-visa / eTA
90 both need a visa
55 access differs

Where Iraq and Ghana can travel visa-free together

Travelling as a pair with two different passports? Here is the full list of countries where BOTH of you can enter without a prior visa — plus where your access differs.

Both visa-free (4)

Sort by max stay or the destination's passport strength (tap a header), and filter by region.

Country Max stay Passport rank
Dominica 21 days #70
Haiti 90 days #175
Micronesia 30 days #89
Seychelles 90 days #58

Only Iraq is visa-free (4)

Ghana: good to know

Accra

Capital

Ghanaian Cedi (GHS)

Currency

Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+0)

Time zone

+233

Calling code

Where else Iraq goes visa-free

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Documents you'll usually need for Ghana

The usual basics for the trip. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy or consulate.

Valid passport

Valid at least 6 more months

Return / onward ticket

Proof you will leave the country

Proof of funds

Enough money for your stay

Accommodation

Hotel booking or an invitation

Travel insurance

Recommended, sometimes required

Visa on arrival

Issued at the border on arrival

Frequently asked

Do Iraq citizens need a visa for Ghana?
Iraq citizens can get a visa on arrival for Ghana — right at the airport or border, no embassy needed.
Which passport is stronger — Iraq or Ghana?
The Ghana passport is stronger: 42 visa-free countries versus 8. Global rank: Iraq #196, Ghana #130.
Where can Iraq and Ghana citizens travel together visa-free?
Both passports get visa-free access to 4 of the same countries.
What documents do I need for Ghana?
Usually: a valid passport (6+ months), a return ticket, proof of funds and accommodation. Always confirm exact requirements with the embassy.
Can visa requirements change between Iraq and Ghana?
Yes, visa rules change periodically. This data is current as of Jul 2026 — always confirm with the embassy before you travel.

Iraq passport ranking

Where else the Iraq passport can take you and how it ranks worldwide.

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