Visa Information
Visa Types
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
VISA TYPES
- All about your Visa
- The Embassy of the Czech Republic in Accra serves nationals of Ghana, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Liberia, Sierra Leone and Togo.
- Information regarding visa procedures, requirements and individual applications can ONLY be obtained from the visa officer of the Embassy of the Czech Republic, not from Security Staff or any other third party. Do not employ agents, travel agencies or other middlemen. For any information with the Visa Application process, please contact the VFS Helpline. Click here.
Important information - please read
Applications should be submitted in person (also babies and children).
For every document submitted, you must provide the original (to show at the counter) and one copy (to be attached to the visa file).
The documents are to be presented in (or translated to) Czech, English or French.
The documents submitted will not be returned. Only the travel document will be returned.
All applicants must comply fully with the documents required for the category of visa they are applying for. Incomplete applications may lead to an increased risk of being rejected if the requested information is not provided within 5 working days. Alternative documentation other than that which is stated in the Checklists on the website also may not be accepted.
All applicants applying for a visa need to schedule a (prior) appointment to submit their application.
Before applying, please ensure you are very clear on your purpose of visit – do remember VFS Global can assist and help you through the entire visa application process but is not permitted to advise or guide you on choosing a visa category. Since the work of VFS Global is primarily administrative in nature, VFS Global has no say on whether you will be granted a visa and how long it will take to process the application.
You may need a Schengen visa to stay in the Czech-Republic for a period of maximum 90 days in any 180-days period (short stay visa).
When you apply for a Schengen visa you should specify whether you need a single or multiple-entry visa. If such a visa is granted, it allows you to stay up to a maximum of 90 days in any 180 days period.
If you intend to travel in more than one country in the Schengen area, you must apply for a visa at the mission of the Schengen country where you intend to stay longest. If you intend to stay in each Schengen country for the same length of time, you must apply for the visa at the mission of the Schengen country to which you will travel first when entering the Schengen area.
To check which nationalities need a Schengen visa to enter The Czech-Republic and general information, click the below link:
https://www.mzv.cz/accra/en/consular_and_visa_information/index.html
You are strongly advised to submit your application at the latest 4 weeks prior to the date of departure, as the processing of a visa may take up to 15 days upon receiving a complete application. In general, an application can be lodged within 6 months before the start of the intended journey. The processing of visa applications usually takes up to 15 days. But it can sometimes take up to 45 days, if more information is needed. For instance, you may need to undergo screening. You cannot apply for a visa more than 6 months before your intended departure.
A short stay Schengen visa does not automatically entitle you to enter the Schengen area. At the border or during other controls you may, for instance, have to provide information on your means of support, how long you intend to stay in the Schengen country, and why you are visiting the Schengen country.
It is therefore recommended that you carry with you copies of the documents which you presented when you applied for the visa (for example letters of invitation, travel confirmations, medical health insurance, other documents stating the purpose of your stay). This will help to make the border control procedure easier and avoid delays at the border.
If you want to stay in the Czech-Republic for longer than 90 days, you may require an authorization for Long Stay Visa and Long Term Residence Permit). More information can be obtained from below link Long-Term Visas and Permits | Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Czech Republic (mzv.cz)
The data collected physically (application files), will be forwarded each working day to the Czech Embassy for processing.
Short Term Visa
Short-term Schengen Visa applications (up to 90 days)
The processing time is approx. 15 calendar days.
General Requirements:
- Valid passport
- Copy of the data page of the passport
- Previous passports (even if expired)
- 1 recent passport size photo
- 1 completed and signed visa form
- Booking slip or reservation for return ticket (no ticket!)
- Birth certificate (and a copy of the birth certificate)
- If applicant below 18 years is not accompanied by one of his parents: parental consent of both parents and copies of their ID/ passports
- Travel health insurance valid for Schengen states. Travel medical insurance needs to be valid for the whole Schengen area with insurance coverage of at least 30 000 EUR
- Visa fee 60,-Euro
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Proof of financial means and economic and social ties to Ghana:
- Bank statements for the last 3 months.
- Employment letter stating terms and monthly income (if employed).
- Salary slips of the last 3 months or contract (if employed).
- Business papers (if self-employed), such as: business registration certificate, company’s code/ form A, tax clearance certificates, proof of active business (bills of lading, import declaration form, invoices, etc.).
- Evidence of social ties, such as marriage certificate, birth certificates of dependant children, official leave letter from the university or school including proof of paid school fees and school reports (if applicable).
Additional requirements for visit visa:
- If invited by a private person or an institution, church, etc.: original invitation to visit the Czech Republic authorized by the Alien Police
- Proof of family relation to the EU host (if applicable)
- If sponsored by EU host: copy of host’s labour contract and 3 recent salary specifications
Additional requirements for tourist visa:
- Hotel reservation and plausible travel itinerary
Additional requirements for business visa:
- If invited by Czech company: original invitation to visit the Czech Republic authorized by the Alien Police
- Copy of inviting parties’ entry in national commercial register
- Verifiable proof of business with inviting company or proof of downpayment (if applicable)
- Introduction letter from Ghanaian company
- Hotel reservation
Additional requirements for medical visa:
- Letter from local doctor stating diagnosis
- Letter from Czech hospital/ doctor stating agreement to treat the patient and expected duration of the treatment
- Overview of estimate costs
- Proof of advanced payment of 50% - receipt from national hospital/ doctor
- Proof of sufficient financial means for the treatment and cost of living during the stay
Musicians for recording/ concert/ festival/ lessons:
- Introductory letter and musician card and proof of musical activities/ performances
- For recording: studio contract, transfer slip for first instalment of studio fees and proof of payment
- For festival or concerts: detailed concert schedule, contract stating duration and payment
- For lessons: contract stating duration and payment
- Hotel reservation
Sports – tournament or trials for transfer:
- Letter of invitation from the organizer, inviting company or sports club
- Letter of introduction from Ghana sports council and respective sports association/ federation that they have no objection
- Proof of sporting ability
- Hotel reservation
Tourism
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Overview
This visa is solely for the purpose of leisure travel including vacationing, , sightseeing, visit to friends and/or relatives and other recreational activities. If during any portion of the visit the applicant intends to engage in business, or official duties he/she must refer to other relevant visa sections.
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Visa Fees
Visa EUR Adults 90.00 Children 6 - 12 years 45.00 Children (0 – 6years) Free of Charge 00.00 Schengen visa for citizens of the following countries(by the Visa Facilitation Agreement): Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine, Russia - suspended 35.00
Please Note:
There is a service charge of 67.8 TND (Inclusive of VAT) levied per application over and above the visa fees for each applicants.
All charges are to be paid in cash only in Tunisian Dinar.
All the fees are non-refundable.
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Documents Required
Tourist Visa Checklist
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
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Photo Specifications
For further details Click Here
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos.
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Processing Time
The visa processing time is within 15 calendar days of the date of the lodging of an application at the Embassy. The application has to be admissible according to the article 19 of the Visa Code.
That period may be extended up to a maximum of 45 calendar days.
It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
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Download Forms
Forms listed below must be filled in completely in English language only and signed by the applicant only (except for minors, application form is to be filled in by parents).
English Application Form
French Application Form
Arabic Application Form
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
- ress the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
OR
Business
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Overview
Business visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for business purposes. This visa is given for travel period of less than 90 days. This visa will be issued for business purpose only;
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Visa Fees
Visa EUR Adults 90.00 Children 6 - 12 years 45.00 Children (0 – 6years) Free of Charge 00.00 Schengen visa for citizens of the following countries(by the Visa Facilitation Agreement): Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine, Russia - suspended 35.00
Please Note:
There is a service charge of 67.8 TND (Inclusive of VAT) levied per application over and above the visa fees for each applicants.
All charges are to be paid in cash only in Tunisian Dinar.
All the fees are non-refundable.
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Documents Required
Bussiness Visa Checklist
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
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Photo Specifications
For further details Click Here
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos.
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Processing Time
The visa processing time is within 15 calendar days of the date of the lodging of an application at the Embassy. The application has to be admissible according to the article 19 of the Visa Code.
That period may be extended up to a maximum of 45 calendar days.
It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
-
Download Forms
Forms listed below must be filled in completely in English language only and signed by the applicant only (except for minors, application form is to be filled in by parents).
English Application Form
French Application Form
Arabic Application Form
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
- ress the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
OR
Visiting Family/Friends
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Overview
Visit to family or friend visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for visiting your family member or friend. This visa is given for travel period of less than 90 days
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Visa Fees
Visa EUR Adults 90.00 Children 6 - 12 years 45.00 Children (0 – 6years) Free of Charge 00.00 Schengen visa for citizens of the following countries(by the Visa Facilitation Agreement): Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine, Russia - suspended 35.00
Please Note:
There is a service charge of 67.8 TND (Inclusive of VAT) levied per application over and above the visa fees for each applicants.
All charges are to be paid in cash only in Tunisian Dinar.
All the fees are non-refundable.
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Documents Required
Visting Family/ Friend Visa Checklist
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
-
Photo Specifications
For further details Click Here
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos.
-
Processing Time
The visa processing time is within 15 calendar days of the date of the lodging of an application at the Embassy. The application has to be admissible according to the article 19 of the Visa Code.
That period may be extended up to a maximum of 45 calendar days.
It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
-
Download Forms
Forms listed below must be filled in completely in English language only and signed by the applicant only (except for minors, application form is to be filled in by parents).
English Application Form
French Application Form
Arabic Application Form
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
- ress the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
OR
Others ( Culture – Sport – Training – Conference )
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Overview
Short course or Exams visa application is applicable in case you are travelling for short course or write exams. This visa is given for travel period of less than 90 days
A visa for a cultural visit is required if during any portion of your stay you intend to attend one or more cultural events.
A sports visit visa is required if you intend to participate in sports competitions.
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Visa Fees
Visa EUR Adults 90.00 Children 6 - 12 years 45.00 Children (0 – 6years) Free of Charge 00.00 Schengen visa for citizens of the following countries(by the Visa Facilitation Agreement): Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine, Russia - suspended 35.00
Please Note:
There is a service charge of 67.8 TND (Inclusive of VAT) levied per application over and above the visa fees for each applicants.
All charges are to be paid in cash only in Tunisian Dinar.
All the fees are non-refundable.
-
Documents Required
Others Visa Checklist
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
OR
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
-
Photo Specifications
For further details Click Here
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos.
-
Processing Time
The visa processing time is within 15 calendar days of the date of the lodging of an application at the Embassy. The application has to be admissible according to the article 19 of the Visa Code.
That period may be extended up to a maximum of 45 calendar days.
It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
-
Download Forms
Forms listed below must be filled in completely in English language only and signed by the applicant only (except for minors, application form is to be filled in by parents).
English Application Form
French Application Form
Arabic Application Form
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
- ress the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
OR
Work
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Overview
This visa is solely for the purpose of work (short-term work contracts) authorized by the Labour Office of the Czech Republic
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Visa Fees
Visa EUR Adults 90.00 Children 6 - 12 years 45.00 Children (0 – 6years) Free of Charge 00.00 Schengen visa for citizens of the following countries(by the Visa Facilitation Agreement): Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine, Russia - suspended 35.00
Please Note:
- There is a service charge of 67.8 TND (Inclusive of VAT) levied per application over and above the visa fees for each applicants.
- All charges are to be paid in cash only in Tunisian Dinar.
- All charges are to be paid in cash only in Tunisian Dinar.
-
Documents Required
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
OR
-
Photo Specifications
For further details Click Here
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos.
-
Processing Time
The visa processing time is within 15 calendar days of the date of the lodging of an application at the Embassy. The application has to be admissible according to the article 19 of the Visa Code.
That period may be extended up to a maximum of 45 calendar days.
It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
-
Download Forms
Forms listed below must be filled in completely in English language only and signed by the applicant only (except for minors, application form is to be filled in by parents).
English Application Form
French Application Form
Arabic Application Form
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
OR
Medical Treatment
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Overview
This visa is solely for Medical Treatment If during any portion of the visit the applicant intends to engage in business, or official duties he/she must refer to other relevant visa sections.
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Visa Fees
Visa EUR Adults 90.00 Children 6 - 12 years 45.00 Children (0 – 6years) Free of Charge 00.00 Schengen visa for citizens of the following countries(by the Visa Facilitation Agreement): Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus Bosnia-Herzegovina, Georgia, North Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Serbia, Ukraine, Russia - suspended 35.00
Please Note:
- There is a service charge of 20 euros (Inclusive of VAT) levied per application over and above the visa fees for each applicants.
- All charges are to be paid in cash only in Tunisian Dinar.
- All the fees are non-refundable.
-
Documents Required
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
OR
-
Photo Specifications
For further details Click Here
Please note that the Visa application Centre may not accept photographs that do not meet these specifications. In case photos are not meeting the requirements mentioned above Submission Officer might ask to provide updated / recent photos.
-
Processing Time
The visa processing time is within 15 calendar days of the date of the lodging of an application at the Embassy. The application has to be admissible according to the article 19 of the Visa Code.
That period may be extended up to a maximum of 45 calendar days.
It is advisable to plan your travel well in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
-
Download Forms
Forms listed below must be filled in completely in English language only and signed by the applicant only (except for minors, application form is to be filled in by parents).
English Application Form
French Application Form
Arabic Application Form
To download a form:
- Click on the form link
- When the form opens, save the form on your computer.
- Press the right button on your mouse on the required link.
- Select Save Target As from the list
- Save the form on your computer.
OR