Ghana
VERIFIED · MAY 202621 ENTRIESAFRICA
Ghana is in Africa. Review the laws below before your trip — every entry has a source link, and the verdict layer is sorted worst-first.
HEADS UP
Drug penalties are strict. Same-sex relations are criminalized. New (2024) anti-LGBTQ+ legislation has expanded penalties.
DO NOT BRING
Same-sex relations · Drug trafficking
Medications
5 entriesSubstances
4 entriesItems
3 entriesActivities
4 entriesDigital
3 entriesCOMMON MISCONCEPTIONS
- Drone footage at landmarks like Cape Coast Castle requires permit in addition to entry fee.
- Public LGBTQ+ identification (rainbow merchandise, etc.) carries new legal risks since 2024.
JURISDICTION NOTES
- The 2024 Human Sexual Rights and Family Values bill passed Parliament; presidential signature / Supreme Court status was disputed at writing — verify current legal force.
- Drone permits are slow — apply weeks ahead.
OFFICIAL SOURCES
Last verified · May 2026
Information only. Not legal advice. Laws change and enforcement varies — consult a qualified attorney for your jurisdiction before acting.