Ghana
The practical basics before you go: plugs, emergency numbers, money, tipping and the time.
The country in brief
About 35.1 million people live in Ghana, on 238,535 km². The capital is Accra.
- Capital
- Accra
- Population
- 35,064,272
- Area
- 238,535 km²
- Official language
- English
Facts change, so check the important things before you travel.
Population: World Bank, 2025 (CC BY 4.0). Capital, area and languages: Wikidata. Facts fetched October 30, 2026.
Before you go
Which plugs are used in Ghana?
Sockets take plug type D/G, at 230 V and 50 Hz.
What is the emergency number in Ghana?
Call 112 for police, ambulance and fire.
Do you tip in Ghana?
About 10 %.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Ghana?
Traffic drives on the right.
What currency is used in Ghana?
Prices are in Ghanaian Cedi (GHS).
What language do they speak in Ghana?
Official language: English.
How do I call a number in Ghana from abroad?
To call a number there from abroad, start with +233.
Entry rules and travel advice
Visa rules depend on your passport and can change at short notice. Your own government keeps them up to date, so check its advice before you book.
Links checked October 30, 2026.
