Travel & Logistics
Read the visa card first, the timeline is tight and there is no airport fallback.
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Your Visa
Ghana discontinued visa-on-arrival on 25 May 2026. eVisa processing runs 72–96 hours with no airport fallback. Visa-exempt nationals require an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) before departure.
Advisory cut-off: 30 September 2026
Apply via Ghana visa portal →Getting There
Arrive at Kotoka International Airport (ACC), Accra. One-stop routings from Atlanta, New York, Washington and Houston. Airport transfers and check-in on 19 Oct coordinated by iNTTA.
Recommended arrival: 18–19 October
Accra to Cape Coast
The delegation departs Accra on the morning of 20 October, with a stop at Gomoa Economic Free Zone and a guided visit to Elmina Castle, lunch on the coast before check-in at Ridge Royal.
Departure: morning of 20 October
Accommodation
The Ridge Royal Hotel, Cape Coast is the conference venue and principal delegate hotel for 20–23 October. Alternative Cape Coast and Accra properties listed in the delegate pack.
Negotiated rate codes to be added
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Health
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry. Consult your physician regarding malaria prophylaxis. Comprehensive travel insurance strongly recommended. Paramedics on site from Day 1.
Money & Connectivity
Currency: Ghana cedi (GH₵). Cards accepted at hotels; MTN MoMo is widespread. Carry cash for site-visit days. Local SIM/eSIM options at Kotoka. Wi-Fi at the venue.
Dress Code
Conference: business attire; traditional dress welcome. Evening Networking Gala (23 Oct): smart formal. Site visit days: smart casual with closed, sturdy footwear.
Gala: 23 October, 19:00–23:00
Weather in Late October
End of the minor rainy season. Warm and humid on the coast with occasional short showers; hotter and drier inland in the Savannah. Light breathable fabrics, compact rain layer, sun protection.