Planning to visit Vatican City (Holy See) from Ghana? Here’s everything you need to know, including contact information for the Holy See Apostolic Nunciature in Accra, visa requirements, and fees. This detailed guide by MyTravel.Africa is perfect for Ghanaian travelers seeking to explore the world’s smallest independent state.
How to Contact the Holy See Embassy in Ghana
The Vatican City is represented in Ghana through the Holy See Apostolic Nunciature located in Accra. While the Nunciature handles diplomatic relations, it does not issue visas, as access to Vatican City requires entry into Italy, and therefore a Schengen visa.
Embassy Contact Details:
Holy See Apostolic Nunciature in Accra, Ghana
Address: 8 Drake Avenue, Airport Residential Area, Accra
Telephone: (+233) (302) 777 759
Fax: (+233) (302) 774 019
Holy See Visa Requirement For Ghanaian Passport Holders
Although the Vatican City is a sovereign state, it does not issue its visas. Since the only way to enter Vatican City is through Italy, Ghanaian passport holders must apply for a Schengen visa through the Italian Embassy in Ghana.
Ghanaians must obtain a Schengen Visa to enter Vatican City.
Entry to Vatican City is only possible via Italy, due to its open border with the Vatican.
Travelers should apply for the Schengen visa through the official application center in Accra.
Visa Application Center
VFS Global
Visa Application Centre
4th Floor, The Grand Oyeeman, South Liberation Link, Airport – Accra
Website: www.vfsglobal.com/italy/ghana
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 00233 (0) 302 746 210
Holy See Visa Fees
Since entry into Vatican City requires a Schengen visa, the following fee structure applies:
Schengen Visa Fee: €90
VFS Global Service Fee: GHS 176
All fees are non-refundable and subject to change based on exchange rates.