Ghana Mandates Health Declaration For All Travellers From Thursday November 12

All travellers arriving in Ghana will be required to complete a mandatory health declaration form from Thursday, November 12, 2026. The Ghana Health Service announced the new rule on Saturday, November 7, 2026. The announcement was published today, Sunday, November 8, 2026. The rule will apply to every passenger travelling to Ghana. The news has sparked huge attention for travellers.

According to a statement from the Ghana Health Service, all passengers must complete and submit the online form before embarking on their journeys. The statement was signed by the Director General of the Ghana Health Service, Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea. The statement said the requirement follows a recent announcement by the Minister of Health. The statement said the form must be completed through the Ghana Health Service electronic health declaration portal.

The Director General, Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, said during a press release on Saturday, November 7, 2026 that the measure will strengthen public health surveillance. He said the measure will enhance monitoring of potential public health risks. He said the measure will safeguard the health of residents and visitors. He said all travellers must complete the form before departure.

According to a report by Ghana News Agency (GNA), the directive was contained in a press release dated November 7, 2026. The report said travellers must use the electronic health declaration portal before departure. The report said the portal is run by the Ghana Health Service. The report said the new rule takes effect on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

In an interview with Ghana News Agency (GNA), an official of the Ghana Health Service said the form will ask about symptoms and travel history. The official said the information will help health officers detect risks early. He said the information will not be used to deny entry unfairly. He said the Ghana News Agency report shows that health officers will be at Kotoka International Airport.

Speaking to Joy News, an official of the Ministry of Health said the measure is part of preparedness. He said Ghana has introduced enhanced screening at airports. He said Ghana is monitoring the spread of Ebola in Africa. He said the Joy News interview shows that Ghana wants to protect its borders.

The announcement comes amid the spread of the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola across parts of Africa. According to a report by the World Health Organisation, cases have been reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Kenya and Nigeria. The report said Ghana has not recorded a case. The report said Ghana is taking precautionary measures.

Madam Efua Mensah at Kotoka International Airport said she is travelling to London next week. She said she sells food at Madina Market every day. She said she will complete the form before her return flight. She said she hopes the portal will work well for all travellers.

Mr. Kwame Boateng at Accra said he is a taxi driver in Accra. He said drivers in Accra pick passengers from Kotoka International Airport every day. He said many passengers ask drivers about health rules. He said he hopes the new rule will not cause long queues at the airport.

Mr. Ibrahim Musa at Tamale said he is a teacher in Tamale in the Northern Region. He said teachers in Tamale travel abroad for conferences. He said he will tell colleagues to fill the form before departure. He said he hopes the form will be simple and free.

According to a report by MyJoyOnline, the Ghana Health Service did not specifically link the November 7 announcement to Ebola. The report said Ghana had earlier introduced enhanced health screening at airports. The report said the screening includes temperature checks and monitoring. The report said the new declaration adds to those measures.

In an interview with Ghana News Agency (GNA), a doctor in Accra said health declarations help stop outbreaks early. He said declarations helped during COVID-19 and other outbreaks. He said early detection protects families and communities. He said the Ghana News Agency report shows that doctors support the new rule.

The Ghana Health Service called on all travellers to complete the form before Thursday, November 12, 2026. The Service said travellers who fail to complete the form may face delays. The Service said airlines will also remind passengers before boarding. The government asked all Ghanaians to cooperate to keep Ghana safe.

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