Ghana and the US have introduced special visa processing measures to fast-track applications for Ghanaians attending the World Cup, addressing concerns over delayed appointments. This agreement aims to ensure timely travel arrangements for Ghanaian fans, promoting a smoother experience. The move reflects efforts to strengthen cooperation and facilitate people-to-people exchanges
Ghana and the US have made progress on visa issues for World Cup travel, following talks between officials from both countries. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, revealed on Facebook that special arrangements are now in place to speed up visa applications for Ghanaians heading to the World Cup.
The agreement was reached during a bilateral meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra on January 13, 2026, where both sides reviewed Ghana-US relations. Ablakwa said the US informed Ghana that special measures had been put in place to expedite World Cup-related visa applications, addressing existing delays in getting appointments.
The meeting, co-chaired by Acting US Ambassador Rolf Olson, also discussed progress in trade, security, law enforcement, and economic ties between the two countries. Ablakwa noted that visa talks were part of broader discussions on strengthening relations, with both sides identifying priority areas for 2026.
According to Ablakwa,the US have made progress on visa issues for World Cup travel, following talks between officials from both countries. Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, revealed on Facebook that special arrangements are now in place to speed up visa applications for Ghanaians heading to the World Cup.
The agreement was reached during a bilateral meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra on January 13, 2026, where both sides reviewed Ghana-US relations. Ablakwa said the US informed Ghana that special measures had been put in place to expedite World Cup-related visa applications, addressing existing delays in getting appointments.
The meeting, co-chaired by Acting US Ambassador Rolf Olson, also discussed progress in trade, security, law enforcement, and economic ties between the two countries. Ablakwa noted that visa talks were part of broader discussions on strengthening relations, with both sides identifying priority areas for 2026.
According to Ablakwa, the US Embassy will soon hold a press conference to outline the new World Cup visa application measures. He expressed optimism about the outcome of the meeting, citing steady improvement in Ghana-US relations, particularly in areas affecting citizens.
The minister’s comments suggest a positive shift in visa processing, which is expected to benefit Ghanaian fans traveling to the World Cup. The talks demonstrate Ghana’s efforts to address visa challenges and enhance cooperation with the US.
