President John Dramani Mahama has launched Ghana’s first electronic visa (e-Visa) service on Africa Day, aimed at simplifying travel procedures, reducing processing delays, and modernising immigration management systems.
The initiative is expected to improve efficiency in visa processing, enhance transparency, and make entry into Ghana more seamless for international travellers.
Speaking at the launch, President Mahama stressed the need to move away from outdated administrative systems, noting that technology must drive public service delivery and national development.
“The days of long delays and unnecessary paperwork must give way to efficiency, transparency, and speed,” he said.
He added that the e-Visa platform reflects Ghana’s commitment to digital transformation, improved governance, and stronger continental integration.
“This initiative reflects our determination to position Ghana as a forward-looking nation that leverages technology to improve governance, facilitate legitimate travel, deepen continental integration and strengthen national security,” he stated.
The launch of the e-Visa system forms part of a wider government push to digitise public services and improve administrative efficiency across key sectors.
Authorities say the platform is expected to support tourism, trade, and investment by making Ghana more accessible to global travellers, while also strengthening border security through improved monitoring systems.
It also aligns with broader African integration goals, particularly efforts to ease movement across the continent under regional cooperation frameworks.
President Mahama further emphasised that innovation remains central to Ghana’s governance agenda, arguing that modern systems are necessary to meet growing public expectations and global standards.
“We cannot build the Ghana we want using outdated systems. Technology must drive how we serve our people and how we engage with the world,” he said.
Officials say the system will be rolled out with security safeguards to ensure that while travel becomes easier, immigration control remains robust.
