Ghana Introduces Mandatory Health Declaration Form For All Travellers
The directive was announced in a press release issued on November 7 and signed by the Director-General of the GHS, Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, following an announcement by the Minister of Health.
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced that all travellers arriving in the country will be required to complete a mandatory Health Declaration Form from Thursday, November 12, 2026.
The directive was announced in a press release issued on November 7 and signed by the Director-General of the GHS, Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, following an announcement by the Minister of Health.
According to the statement, all passengers travelling to Ghana must complete the online form before commencing their journey.
The form is available at https://ehds.ghs.gov.gh/declaration.
The GHS said the measure was introduced to strengthen the country's public health surveillance and preparedness systems, improve the monitoring of potential health risks and protect the well-being of residents and visitors.
It urged travellers to complete and submit the form before departure to avoid delays and ensure a smooth arrival process.
The health service also called on airlines and travel agencies to inform passengers about the new requirement ahead of their journeys.
It further urged all travellers to comply with the directive as part of efforts to safeguard public health in Ghana.
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