• Under Paragraph 3(1) of Ghana’s Immigration Regulations, all foreigners entering Ghana must have a valid passport and an entry visa obtained prior to arrival. Exceptions to this rule include nationals from ECOWAS member states and countries with specific bilateral visa-free agreements.
• Please be mindful to start the process EARLY.
• For further information, kindly check the following link: https://gis.gov.gh/visas/

• Please note a yellow fever vaccination is required for visa approval and entry into Ghana.

Participants requiring a visa will need a formal host invitation letter to support their application. To request this letter, please provide the following information:

• A clear scanned copy of your passport biodata page
• Your official work address

Kindly submit the required documents via email to Mr. Etornam Akaho (etornam.akaho@gaec.gov.gh) and copy director.npi@gaec.gov.gh. To ensure timely processing, we encourage participants to submit requests as early as possible.

• Upon request after registration for the summit, the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission will provide you with the required invitation letter for visa purposes.

• Invitation letter: To be provided by the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission after registration.
• Introduction Letter: To be provided by your employer/organization which introduces you to the embassy as a staff travelling to Ghana to partake in the USANES summit.
• Information of Contact Point: To be provided in the invitation letter from the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission.
• Digital Address of Host: The host is the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission, and the digital address is GE-257-0465

• Accra International Airport: USANES 2026 will be held at the Labadi Beach Hotel, located about 6.5 km from the airport.

• There are several public transportation options that participants may use. These include commercial taxis, UBER, Bolts, car rentals, and buses (Popularly known as Trotro). However, we recommend the use of UBER, Bolts or Car rentals.

• Transportation can be requested for USANES registered attendees from the Accra International Airport to the Labadi Beach Hotel.
• Please fill out this form for pickup and drop-off (complete request form).

• Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park is a national park and mausoleum in Accra, named after Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, the founding father of Ghana.
• Makola Market is one of the largest street markets in Ghana, where travelers can buy souvenirs and artwork.
• Aburi Botanical Gardens have an area of 64.8 hectares and overlook the Accra coastal plain, from an elevation of more than 400 meters above sea level.

• The Hinlone: Chinese restaurant located on Labone Crescent Road. Tel: +233 30 277 2782
• Captain Hooks: Seafood restaurant located on Kakramadu Road. Tel: +233 30 276 2228
• Le Tandem: French restaurant located on Mankralo Street. Tel: +233 30 276 2959
• Monsoon: Seafood restaurant and grill located on Oxford Street. Tel: +233 30 278 230

A visit to the Osu Oxford Street will provide you with a variety of restaurants with both local and continental meal choices.

• August is warm and humid, with average daytime highs of 29°C (84°F) and cooler evenings around 22°C (72°F).

• The Bank and Lister hospitals are within 5km of Labadi Beach Hotel.

In case of medical emergencies, kindly notify the local host on +233534635066 or +23326 4052743

• The gala dinner attire is formal.

• Conversion rates to GHS are subject to change. Please check current conversion rates.
• Currency can also be changed at the airport on arrival or at the hotel. Please note that rate may differ.
• Most hotels, restaurants, and pubs accept most international cards for payment (Visa/Mastercard).