# Ghanaian visa waiver agreements

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/ghanaian-visa-waiver-agreements
> Updated: 2026-09-12T02:23:49.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

Ghanaian passport holders have gained visa-free access to the Maldives, Zambia, and Antigua and Barbuda. This follows the ratification of visa waiver agreements announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on September 8, 2026.

The agreements apply to Ordinary, Service, and Diplomatic passport holders. Travelers to the Maldives and Zambia are permitted stays of up to 30 days, while those traveling to Antigua and Barbuda may stay for up to 90 days. The Ministry noted that travelers must still comply with specific immigration requirements and must obtain separate permits for work, study, or residency.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-12: Belarus and Maldives negotiate mutual visa-free travel

Belarus and the Maldives are negotiating a mutual visa-free travel agreement that would allow citizens to visit for up to 30 days per trip and 90 days annually.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/belarus-and-maldives-negotiate-mutual-visa-free-travel

### 2026-09-10: Ghanaian passport holders gain visa-free travel to three nations

Ghanaian passport holders, including ordinary, service, and diplomatic holders, now have visa-free access to the Maldives, Zambia (30 days), and Antigua and Barbuda (90 days).

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ghanaian-passport-holders-gain-visa-free-travel-to-three-nations

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Cite as: Ghanaian visa waiver agreements. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/ghanaian-visa-waiver-agreements