This guide is intended for German citizens residing in Germany who wish to travel to Ghana, Kenya, or Uganda—whether as tourists, business travelers, interns, students, or for longer stays (work, family visits). It summarizes the main visa types, application procedures from Germany, typical documents, fees, processing times, and the relevant authorities.[^1][^2] [^3]
The legally binding information is sourced from the Travel and Safety Information from the Federal Foreign Office as well as the official websites of the respective immigration authorities and embassies (Ghana in Berlin, Uganda in Berlin, Kenyan missions, and the eTA portal). Additionally, reputable German-language sources are used to explain the practical aspects of the application process. [^4][^5][^6][^1]
Key points:
- For Ghana, German citizens generally require a visa prior to entry, which must be applied for online at the Ghanaian Embassy in Berlin and then submitted by mail or in person.[^7][^1] [^4]
- For Kenya, since the introduction of the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), a traditional visa is generally no longer required; instead, an eTA must be applied for online well in advance of travel, although exceptions apply for certain groups of people. [^2][^8][^9]
- For Uganda, a visa is mandatory, which is generally applied for online via the Uganda e-Immigration Portal as an e-visa (tourist visa, business visa, student visa, East Africa tourist visa, etc.).[^3][^10][^11]