Austrian Consulate In Ghana: Presence And Services

Austria and Ghana have a close and friendly relationship, with the former having granted Ghana several soft loans worth millions of euros. Austrians travelling to Ghana are required to have a visa, and consular assistance is available from the Austrian Honorary Consulate in Accra. There is an Austrian Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria, and a Consulate in Accra, Ghana, on Wawa Street No. 16, Dzorwulu CT-109. The Austrian Embassy in Abuja handles long-term visa applications, passport applications, and the legalization of documents for Ghana.

Austrian Honorary Consulate in Accra

Austria and Ghana have traditionally maintained close and friendly relations. The Austrian Honorary Consulate in Accra, Ghana, is located on Addis Ababa Road in the East Legon neighbourhood. The physical address is Addis Ababa Road 14A, East Legon-Accra, Ghana, and the digital address is GA-377-8689. The Honorary Consulate can be reached by phone at +233 +302 544 069 or +233 +2020 10 720, and by email at [email protected].

The Austrian Honorary Consulate in Accra operates within specific business hours. It is open from Monday to Friday, 8.00 am to 12.00 pm, and 1.00 pm to 4.00 pm. Visiting hours are limited to Mondays and Fridays from 10.00 am to 12.00 pm, and all visits or meetings must be scheduled in advance.

The Honorary Consulate provides assistance with short-term visa applications and the legalization of documents for Ghana. However, long-term visa applications and other services such as passport applications, emergency passport issuance, and the legalization of documents are handled by the Austrian Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria. The contact information for the Austrian Embassy in Abuja is provided on the Honorary Consulate's website.

In emergency situations, Austrian travellers can seek consular assistance from the Austrian Honorary Consulate in Accra, the Austrian Embassy in Abuja, or the Foreign Ministry in Vienna.

Austrian Embassy in Abuja

The Austrian Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria, is located at Plot 9, Usuma Street, Maitama, Abuja. The phone number for general queries is +234 9 291 5465, and the phone number for the consulate is +234 706 418 3226. The embassy's email address is [email protected], and its website is www.aussenministerium.at/abuja.

The consular office hours are Monday to Thursday, 9 am to 12 noon. The services provided by the embassy may include the issuance and renewal of passports, document notarization, issuing visas to Austria, and offering assistance in emergencies for Austrian citizens.

The Austrian Embassy in Abuja also handles long-term visa applications, passport applications, legalization of documents, and emergency passport issuing for Ghana. Austrians intending to travel to Ghana must be in possession of a visa, and in emergency situations, Austrian travellers can obtain consular assistance from the Austrian Honorary Consulate in Accra, Ghana, or the Embassy in Abuja.

Austrian Institutions in Ghana

Austria and Ghana have a close and friendly relationship, with bilateral ties being strengthened over the past few years. Austria has an honorary consulate in Accra, Ghana, located on Addis Ababa Road in East Legon. The consulate offers services such as visa applications, passport applications, and the legalization of documents. It can be contacted via email at [email protected] or by phone at +233 +302 544 069.

The Austrian Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria, handles long-term visa applications, passport applications, and the legalization of documents for Austrians in Ghana. The embassy can be reached at tel: +234 9 291 5465 and Consulate tel: +234 706 418 3226.

In addition to the honorary consulate and embassy, other Austrian institutions in Ghana include the Austrian Foreign Trade Representatives to Ghana and various Austrian NGOs active throughout the country as development partners and teachers.

For entry into Ghana, a visa is required for Austrian citizens. The requirements for a Ghana Entry Visa include a completed visa application form, a passport-sized photograph, the original passport, and the applicable visa fee. The visa application form and supporting documents must be submitted in person or by post to the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Vienna, Austria.

Visa and legalisation requirements for Austrians in Ghana

Austrians intending to travel to Ghana must have a visa. The requirements for a Ghana Entry Visa are as follows:

Entry Visa Requirements

• The Visa Application Form must be completed in two copies by each applicant. Children holding their own passports must also complete separate forms.
• One passport-size photograph (3.5x4.5) of the applicant should be affixed to each form. The completed forms must be submitted with the applicant's original passport, which should be valid for at least six months longer than their intended stay in Ghana. The passport should have at least one empty double page.
• The visa fee depends on the type of visa and duration of stay. For example, a single entry visa costs €100, while a multiple-entry visa for 12 months costs €240.
• Supporting documents such as a copy of hotel booking, invitation letter, business invitation, or student visa acceptance letter may be required.
• Minors under 18 years of age travelling without their parents must have written authorization from a parent or guardian.
• A valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required for all travellers to Ghana.

Where to Apply

Short-term visa applications and legalisation of documents in Ghana are handled by VFS Global. Long-term visa applications are handled by the Austrian Embassy in Abuja, Nigeria.

The Austrian Honorary Consulate in Accra can provide consular assistance in emergency situations.

Legalisation of Documents

Documents and their translations require full legalisation. The legalization must be certified on the original document, and the document must be legalized by the appropriate issuing country and Austrian authorities. In Ghana, this includes the Ministry of Local Government, the Ministry of Justice, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The legalization process is completed by the Austrian consulate in Accra or the Austrian embassy in Abuja. Documents can be presented in German or English, and if issued in another language, they must be translated by a certified court interpreter.

Ghana entry visa requirements for Austrians

Austrians intending to travel to Ghana must have a visa. The Ghana Embassy in Vienna provides detailed information on the requirements for a Ghana entry visa for Austrians. Here is a summary of the key points:

Visa Application Form:

The application form must be completed in two copies by each applicant, including children with their own passports. One passport-size photograph should be affixed to each form, and the forms must be submitted with the original passport, which should be valid for at least six months longer than the intended stay in Ghana.

Visa Fees:

The visa fees vary depending on the type of visa:

• Single Entry: €100
• Multiple Entries for three months: €140
• Multiple Entries for six months: €180
• Multiple Entries for twelve months: €240

An Express Visa option is available for double the standard fee, and visas can be collected at the Embassy or returned via registered mail for a service charge of €10 per application.

Supporting Documents:

Depending on the purpose of the trip, additional supporting documents may be required. This can include a copy of hotel bookings or an invitation letter, an attestation from a travel agent/airline, or a business invitation and letter of guarantee for business visas. Student visas require evidence of acceptance from a Ghanaian institution. Non-Austrian applicants must provide proof of residence in Austria valid for at least six months beyond their intended stay in Ghana.

Yellow Fever Vaccination:

All travellers to Ghana are required to have a valid Yellow Fever vaccination certificate, issued no more than ten years before entering the country.

Visa Application Submission:

All application forms and attachments must be submitted in person or by post/courier to the Embassy of the Republic of Ghana in Vienna, Austria.

Bilateral Relations:

It is worth noting that Austria and Ghana have traditionally enjoyed close and friendly bilateral relations, which have deepened in recent years. This includes trade relations, with key exports and imports being machines and cocoa beans, respectively, and several soft loans granted by Austria to Ghana. Austrian NGOs are also active in Ghana, contributing to development and education.

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