The government of Ghana has expressed concern over a recent move by the United States to shorten the validity of B1/B2 visas for Ghanaian nationals.
The change reduces the visa duration from five years multiple entry to three months single entry, affecting many travelers and raising questions about previous bilateral arrangements between the two countries.
In a statement released on July 10, 2025, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs described the new US visa rules as a clear departure from the previous visa agreements.
The ministry said that many Ghanaians rely on these visas for travel related to business, education, health, family, and tourism, and that the change causes disruption for those with genuine needs.
While Ghana respects the authority of the US to change its visa policies, the government believes the current restrictions are not in line with past arrangements.
The Ministry added that it is carefully reviewing the situation and plans to continue diplomatic discussions with the US to find a fair solution.
According to the Ministry, from January to July 2025, Ghanaian missions in Washington D.C. and New York issued over 40,000 visas to American citizens, with the majority being multiple-entry visas.
This, they said, shows Ghana’s commitment to fair treatment and mutual respect.
Foreign Minister Samuel Ablakwa recently led a delegation to Washington to discuss the matter.
The government described the meetings as productive and is hopeful for continued engagement.
Ghana has pledged to work closely with US authorities and also encourages its citizens to follow all visa rules to help resolve the issue and restore trust in the process.