Ghana’s parliament has approved a series of new visa abolition agreements, enabling citizens to travel freely to five additional countries as part of the government’s efforts to boost the value of the Ghanaian passport.
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa confirmed on Saturday, July 26, 2025, that lawmakers had unanimously ratified four bilateral agreements, granting visa-free entry for Ghanaian nationals to São Tomé and Príncipe, Colombia, the Commonwealth of Dominica, and Mozambique.
These deals complement a similar agreement signed earlier this year with Morocco, bringing the total to five new destinations within the first half of 2025.
“The government is committed to making the Ghanaian passport one of the most valuable and respected in the world,” Ablakwa said, emphasizing that ongoing negotiations are expected to secure additional reciprocal arrangements with other nations in the coming months.
The minister highlighted that these agreements are part of a broader strategy to strengthen Ghana’s diplomatic ties while promoting international mobility for its citizens.
He also underscored the government’s focus on enhancing the integrity of travel documents, stating: “We will continue to work in the best interests of the Ghanaian people,” while noting that new security measures are being implemented to prevent criminal networks from exploiting official travel credentials.
These developments are seen as a significant boost for Ghana’s global connectivity, enabling easier travel for business, tourism, and cultural exchange. The agreements align with Accra’s broader foreign policy goal of positioning the country as a hub for international engagement and investment in West Africa.
With further negotiations underway, the government says it remains committed to expanding the list of countries accessible to Ghanaians without visas, as it works to elevate the nation’s passport to one of the most recognized and respected on the continent.
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