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B1B2 Visa Approval Rates in Ghana

Below are the approval rates for B1B2 visas at U.S. Embassies/Consulates in Ghana. These statistics reflect recent trends in visa processing and can help you gauge your chances of approval.

Ghana: Historical Approval Rates

YearApprovalsRefusalsApproval RateRefusal Rate
202321,9526,85376.2%23.8%
202219,3615,00779.5%20.5%
20213,48070283.2%16.8%
20205,4952,54768.3%31.7%
201914,1486,11069.8%30.2%
201813,0356,24567.6%32.4%

Visa Applications by Year

Ghana - Visa Applications by Year

05K10K15K20K25K30K32K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 13,035 Approval Rate: 67.6% Total: 19,280Year: 2018 Refusals: 6,245 Refusal Rate: 32.4% Total: 19,28013K6KYear: 2019 Approvals: 14,148 Approval Rate: 69.8% Total: 20,258Year: 2019 Refusals: 6,110 Refusal Rate: 30.2% Total: 20,25814K6KYear: 2020 Approvals: 5,495 Approval Rate: 68.3% Total: 8,042Year: 2020 Refusals: 2,547 Refusal Rate: 31.7% Total: 8,0425K3KYear: 2021 Approvals: 3,480 Approval Rate: 83.2% Total: 4,182Year: 2021 Refusals: 702 Refusal Rate: 16.8% Total: 4,1823KYear: 2022 Approvals: 19,361 Approval Rate: 79.5% Total: 24,368Year: 2022 Refusals: 5,007 Refusal Rate: 20.5% Total: 24,36819K5KYear: 2023 Approvals: 21,952 Approval Rate: 76.2% Total: 28,805Year: 2023 Refusals: 6,853 Refusal Rate: 23.8% Total: 28,80522K7KApprovalsRefusals

Approval Rate Trends

Visa Approval/Refusal Rate Trends

0%25%50%75%100%201820192020202120222023Approval and Refusal Rates by YearYear: 2018 Approval Rate: 67.6% Approvals: 13,035Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 32.4% Refusals: 6,245Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 69.8% Approvals: 14,148Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 30.2% Refusals: 6,110Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 68.3% Approvals: 5,495Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.7% Refusals: 2,547Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 83.2% Approvals: 3,480Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 16.8% Refusals: 702Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 79.5% Approvals: 19,361Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 20.5% Refusals: 5,007Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 76.2% Approvals: 21,952Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 23.8% Refusals: 6,853Approval RateRefusal Rate

Ghana: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-665900123611254917121905
Feb-904107211852090823821893
Mar765992152971721299926941909
Apr812160713653305114620622312
May112314981321234265425031987
Jun1080141515502533114323841228
Jul1224155417962695176614381463
Aug14451490109521615215218981802
Sep667146611774565227021361893
Oct10791695176917454199921122021
Nov95215007542972820212134-
Dec9839287903839316481349-

Ghana: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY20251,405
FY202416,377
FY202321,952
FY202219,361
FY20213,480
FY20205,495
FY201914,148
FY201813,035
FY20176,233

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for B1B2 visas in Ghana?
Approval rates can vary by year, consulate, and applicant profile. See the tables and charts above for the latest data. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to official U.S. Department of State sources and consult with visa experts if needed.
What factors affect B1B2 visa approval in Ghana?
Factors include the completeness and accuracy of your application, supporting documents, interview performance, and the specific consulate's workload and policies. Common reasons for refusal include missing documents, insufficient ties to home country, or unclear travel purpose.
How can I improve my chances of getting a B1B2 visa in Ghana?
Prepare thoroughly for your interview, provide honest and complete information, and ensure all documents are in order. Review common mistakes and tips provided above, and consider seeking professional guidance if you have a complex case.
Where does this visa approval data come from?
All data is sourced from the U.S. Department of State and official consulate reports. We regularly update our statistics to reflect the latest available information.
Can approval rates change over time?
Yes, approval and refusal rates can fluctuate due to policy changes, global events, or changes in application volume. Always check for the most recent data before applying.

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Data Source & Transparency

Data Source: All visa approval statistics are compiled from the official U.S. Department of State’s annual visa statistics reports. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, visit the U.S. Department of State Visa Statistics.

Methodology: Approval rates are calculated as the percentage of issued visas out of total adjudicated applications (approvals + refusals) for each consulate and country. Data may not include cases under administrative processing or withdrawn applications. Numbers are updated regularly and may be subject to reporting delays or changes in U.S. visa policy.

Disclaimer: This website is not affiliated with the U.S. government. All data is provided for informational purposes only. For official guidance, always refer to the U.S. Department of State or your local U.S. embassy/consulate.