Visa Application
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Repatriation of a body

General Methods of Repatriation of a Dead Body to Ghana

  • Embalming by US standard method
  • Use of Hermetically sealed casket
  • Use of all wood outer shipping container
  • The visa may be granted for single or multiple entry.


Documents to be Submitted for Authentication (Fee: $50.00)

Note: All documents submitted must be in triplicate (Original and two photocopies)

  • Certified copy of death certificate
  • Locally issued burial and/or transit permit
  • Embalmers’ (non-contagious) affidavit
  • Non-contagious disease letter from local health authority
  • Photocopy of passport
  • Documents mailed should include a self-addressed, trackable and stamped return envelope


Cremated Remains

  • Certified copy of the death certificate
  • Cremation certificate
  • Hermetically sealed container


Mailing Address

Embassy of Ghana,

3512 International Drive, NW,

Washington DC 20008

Phone: (202) 686-4520

Fax: (202) 244-2280

Working Hours
Chancery: Monday - Friday  :
9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Consular: Monday - Friday  :
9:30 AM to 2:00 PM
Visits to the Consular Section will be by online appointment only.