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F1 Visa Approval Rates in Ghana

Below are the approval rates for F1 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
20234,1282,34863.7%36.3%
20224,5062,41865.1%34.9%
20211,69942080.2%19.8%
202032514768.9%31.1%
20191,45649574.6%25.4%
20181,44277565.0%35.0%

Visa Applications by Year

Ghana - Visa Applications by Year

05K8K201820192020202120222023Number of ApplicationsYearYear: 2018 Approvals: 1,442 Approval Rate: 65.0% Total: 2,217Year: 2018 Refusals: 775 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Total: 2,2171K775Year: 2019 Approvals: 1,456 Approval Rate: 74.6% Total: 1,951Year: 2019 Refusals: 495 Refusal Rate: 25.4% Total: 1,9511KYear: 2020 Approvals: 325 Approval Rate: 68.9% Total: 472Year: 2020 Refusals: 147 Refusal Rate: 31.1% Total: 472Year: 2021 Approvals: 1,699 Approval Rate: 80.2% Total: 2,119Year: 2021 Refusals: 420 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Total: 2,1192KYear: 2022 Approvals: 4,506 Approval Rate: 65.1% Total: 6,924Year: 2022 Refusals: 2,418 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Total: 6,9245K2KYear: 2023 Approvals: 4,128 Approval Rate: 63.7% Total: 6,476Year: 2023 Refusals: 2,348 Refusal Rate: 36.3% Total: 6,4764K2KApprovalsRefusals

Approval Rate Trends

Visa Approval/Refusal Rate Trends

0%25%50%75%100%201820192020202120222023Approval and Refusal Rates by YearYear: 2018 Approval Rate: 65.0% Approvals: 1,442Year: 2018 Refusal Rate: 35.0% Refusals: 775Year: 2019 Approval Rate: 74.6% Approvals: 1,456Year: 2019 Refusal Rate: 25.4% Refusals: 495Year: 2020 Approval Rate: 68.9% Approvals: 325Year: 2020 Refusal Rate: 31.1% Refusals: 147Year: 2021 Approval Rate: 80.2% Approvals: 1,699Year: 2021 Refusal Rate: 19.8% Refusals: 420Year: 2022 Approval Rate: 65.1% Approvals: 4,506Year: 2022 Refusal Rate: 34.9% Refusals: 2,418Year: 2023 Approval Rate: 63.7% Approvals: 4,128Year: 2023 Refusal Rate: 36.3% Refusals: 2,348Approval RateRefusal Rate

Ghana: Monthly Visa Issuance Data

Month20172018201920202021202220232024
Jan-10810375133220267268
Feb-1922111069101102
Mar292444101780105101
Apr293239-20165189172
May768893-44215389689
Jun227378235-795277011151
Jul29036848233937721456833
Aug180269258124416151040842
Sep1441625296200110151
Oct24215034120127124157
Nov38604170175205219-
Dec10599163184185377551-

Ghana: Fiscal Year Visa Issuance

Fiscal YearVisas Issued
FY2025171
FY20244,278
FY20234,128
FY20224,506
FY20211,699
FY2020325
FY20191,456
FY20181,442
FY2017805

Consulate-Specific Data

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the approval rate for F1 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 F1 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 F1 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.