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How to Travel the World as an International Travel Nurse

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Travelling as a nurse: Don’t be afraid to follow your heart!

Have you ever imagined yourself travelling the world as a nurse and experiencing healthcare abroad? I have, but I never thought I could make it work until I set my mind to it and gave it a try. And guess what? It’s the best decision I have ever made!

If you're here, you're probably wondering, "Can travel nurses travel internationally?" The short answer is yes but not in the way you're used to working. While you might be able to find a program or two that sets you up with travel nursing overseas jobs and helps you get established as a international registered nurse, that's not the only way I've done it.

As a nurse registered in my home country, The Netherlands, I've been able to use that training and certificate to find nursing jobs around the world. Some jobs have been paid, others have been volunteer gigs, but all have brought me to incredible places and given me valuable experience, both in life and in the field.

Here are 6 big travel nurse tips that are sure to help you find your next nursing job abroad.

1. Start off with a volunteer role

I have always wondered what healthcare abroad would be like so I decided to go for it.

‍ My first step was to volunteer as a nurse abroad , so I started my search on the internet to find the right organization and hospital to volunteer for.

After a while of searching I found this organization that I could volunteer for in Ghana so I decided to sign up for it and start the journey. After that I signed up for another volunteering project in Thailand and currently I’m working as a nurse in Aruba .

While I've been asked countless times, "Can you be a travel nurse in Europe?" my expertise lies in Asia and the Caribbean. While I do think international travel nursing in Europe is a viable path, I do know there would be a lot more red tape and hurdles to jump over to find jobs country to country.

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2. Know the requirements to get hired abroad

• You need to have your nursing degree and usually they are happy if you have at least 2 years of experience as a nurse.
• Make sure you have the right visa before starting your job/volunteering position. Usually the organization or healthcare organization can help you with it.
• You need to be open minded and flexible
• You should not be afraid to live in a new environment and adapt to a new culture.
• Try learning the local language so you’ll be able to communicate with your patients and colleagues. They really appreciate it if you make this effort and you will get a better experience.

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3. Know what opportunities you have as an international travel nurse

*use specific companies to browse job openings.

You can try to find a company that wants to send you abroad as a nurse.

In my home country, the Netherlands, there are many companies that offer you jobs abroad (Healthz, TMI, BKV) and I’m sure, with a little research, you’ll find organizations like this supporting your home country.   I chose to use Healthz and would highly recommend them. They are very well organized and personal when you're in contact with them.

*Look for organizations to volunteer

You can try to look for an organization to volunteer for. But be aware: many organizations ask a lot of money for you to volunteer for them. But don’t worry, there are more options for you.

*Get quick experience with Workaway, Worldpackers or Hovos

Are you looking for a cheaper option? You could volunteer with Workaway or Worldpackers . Or check the website, Hovos to see if there are hosts offering what you are looking for. They usually provide you accommodation and sometimes also food. There are not so many hosts offering a medical position though but you might find yourself lucky to do so.

*Visit a hospital abroad & offer your experience

If any of this sounds too difficult to you or you cannot find what you are looking for, you might try your luck just to visit a hospital abroad and ask if they can show you around to get a bit of an impression.

In the past, I’ve walked inside of hospitals and asked at the front desk of the main entrance if it would be possible to have a look around.

Of course you have to introduce yourself to them and tell them what you are looking for. One time in Sri Lanka I was lucky enough to meet a local that could bring me to the hospital to introduce me and ask them to show me around. I think that’s the best way of talking yourself into a hospital. I was able to then market myself as a valuable volunteer for them.

I did this a few times while travelling in South East Asia and got warmly welcomed each time. I’m not sure if you can try it anywhere else in the world, but in Asia, I know from experience it's fine. They even quickly offered me an unpaid job and accommodation if I wanted to stay!

4. Know the benefits of being a travel nurse abroad

• A lot of experience! Besides that, it also looks good on your resume.
• A great adventure! Not only while working, but mostly also in your free time. You can explore the country and the local way of life.
• A local experience! I think that’s the best travel experience you can get to live the local life and learn about their culture and way of life.
• New friendships! During my time working abroad I’ve made some beautiful friendships that have lasted even after I’ve returned home. ‍

5. Learn from my experience abroad

*as a travel nurse in ghana.

My first time as a nurse abroad was in Ghana, where I volunteered for a hospital for 1 month. At first it was a big culture shock and a completely different way of working than in our western world, but if you stay open minded and are willing to adapt to their way of working , I’m sure you’ll have a great experience!

*As a travel nurse in Thailand

After that, as I mentioned before, I started volunteering in Thailand for 2 months, where I was very warmly welcomed by all of the nurses and rotated shifts in each ward of the hospital. They adopted me into their big nurses family, taught me a lot about Thailand and their culture, and up till now I have so many (nurses) friends around that village that I visit every year and of course I also visit the hospital while I’m there. I even started learning their language because it feels like my second home now.

Want to know more about my story and why I quit my job to travel the world? Read about it here .

*As a travel nurse in Aruba

Currently I am working as a nurse in Aruba for 3 months, sounds good right? Living on a tropical island and getting paid for it?! I wonder what will be my next destination…?

6. Understand the differences between being a nurse abroad vs. in your home country

The biggest difference is the language and the way of working.

The patients that you take care of are mainly the same as in my home country, and so are their diagnoses and typically their treatments.  But you have to go “ back in time” with the medical supplies and sometimes have to be very creative with the supplies that you have got.

In Ghana, for example, there was a lack of bandages and when I was taking care of my patients wound, I found out that we were out of bandages and I couldn’t take care of the wound properly anymore. At that moment you feel so lucky that you are originally working in a western world, where you have all the supplies you need (and waste a lot of them!).

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Travel Nurse Follows Her Heart to Ghana

By E’Louise Ondash, RN, contributor

Looking at the recent photo of travel nurse Sheila Evans, RN, surrounded by some of the children of Ghana, you can feel her energy and enthusiasm for this West African country and some of its most unfortunate citizens.

“These are children who sleep on dirt,” Evans said. “They don’t even have cardboard boxes. They share their food. They have to use public bathrooms. They have nothing, but they are so joyful.”

The photo and many others were taken in December when Evans spent 10 days in Ghana, much of it in the capital city of Accra. She was drawn to this city, just a few degrees north of the equator, by lifelong friend LaTanya Phelps of New York City. Phelps is an educator and school administrator who also worked in the inner city as a speech and hearing therapist. Phelps and her 15-year-old daughter recently visited Ghana, intending to vacation, “but they ended up spending every day in Nima, a large slum,” Evans explained. “It’s mostly Muslim and the people there are so poor.”

Upon returning home, Phelps and her daughter felt the need to do something for the children of Nima. Out of this mother-and-daughter experience grew Survival of the Children Foundation , a nonprofit organization that raises money for food, clothing, education and HIV/AIDS advocacy for Nima’s children. 

The Republic of Ghana, formerly called the Gold Coast, was under European and British rule until 1960. More than a quarter of Ghana's population survives on less than $1.25 a day, a quarter of the youth are unemployed, and age expectancy is 62.

Phelps also urged Evans “to go and enjoy the experience of Africa because it is really is life-changing.”

Evans didn’t hesitate, and she felt fortunate that her flexibility as a travel nurse allowed her to take the trip in between assignments. Once in Ghana, Evans explored Kakum National Park and LaBadi Beach, and spent much of her time in Nima, although she did not work directly with the foundation on this trip.

“I soaked up the culture, fell in love with the kids, and just learned to appreciate my many blessings even more,” she said.

Building on an early love of travel

Now a travel nurse for American Mobile Healthcare, an AMN Healthcare company, Evans grew up a self-described Army brat. Her love of travel, she said, came from her parents, who took the family to visit many European countries while her father was stationed in Germany.

Evans graduated from an associate arts nursing program in 2005, then worked in the ER (“I liked the adrenalin rush”) and ICU. Now a labor-and-delivery nurse, Evans says she’s found her passion.

“When I was pregnant with my son, the woman who took care of me was a travel nurse,” Evans said. “She’s the reason I got into nursing and wanted to be a travel nurse.”   Evans, a 43-year-old mother of two, had to wait to pack her bags, however, until her son, Jabari, graduated from high school.

“I got my first travel assignment two weeks before he graduated,” she said.  “He’s now in college and my daughter, Solange, will be in eighth grade.”

Evans isn’t quite sure what the future holds, but she knows it doesn’t include staying home. Her next 13-week assignment is in the Washington, D.C. area.  She also hopes to finish her BSN program this year “if I can get through this statistics class,” and would like to realize her goal of working on the West Coast for a year.

“I’m just waiting to see what develops,” she said. “I want to see San Diego, Los Angeles and Phoenix. My daughter is excited about going, too. We’re thinking about cyber-school for her. She can take classes online.”

A return visit to Ghana with her daughter is also on Evans’ agenda, perhaps this summer. Until then, she regularly sends boxes of supplies and hygiene products to the children through the foundation.

Evans’ recruiter at American Mobile, Marnie Tracey, says that Evans has what it takes to be a world citizen.

“Sheila is enthusiastic and outgoing and passionate about her work,” Tracey said. “She’s a perfect example of what you can do with travel nursing. She’s a mom and likes to be near her family, but also likes to go to new places. Her job as a traveling nurse offers her both stability and adventure.”

“Everyone needs to visit a country outside of the U.S.--a ‘third world country’--to appreciate what you have,” Evans said. “We take so much for granted, and going to these countries changes your outlook on life.”

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International Travel Nursing: What To Know Before Going Abroad

Where you can go, how to prepare, and what you can earn as an international travel nurse.

If you’re looking to mix your love of healthcare with your sense of adventure, consider a career as a travel nurse abroad. Along with roles across the United States, you may find opportunities for international travel nursing jobs in destinations such as Europe, Australia, and the Middle East.

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About the Job | Benefits of Travel Nursing | Salary | Educational Requirements | Finding Work Overseas | Living Abroad

A career in overseas nursing can come with a lot of questions, from where you can go to how much money you can make. Use this guide as a starting point to get the answers you need to these questions and more.

How International Travel Nursing Works

As with travel nursing in the U.S., international nursing jobs are typically found through agencies within their home countries. You must first be licensed to work as a nurse in the U.S. Then you must meet any requirements in the country or countries in which you’d like to work. Each country will have its own guidelines, so it’s up to you to do the research.

Where Are Travel Nurses Needed Overseas?

You can find opportunities for travel nursing abroad in destinations across the world. Some of the areas with the highest need for nurses include Australia, New Zealand, China, and the Middle East. Areas prone to high rates of disease and natural disasters may also have a demand for rapid response nurses who can provide critical care in the aftermath of these events.

It’s important to note, however, that it’s not common to find an agency that will send you to a country where you don’t speak the language. You’ll be expected to have at least a working knowledge of the local language before you’ll be considered for a nursing role in a foreign country.

What Kind of Jobs Are Available?

Jobs for travel nurses are available in a wide variety of areas. You’ll find patient populations ranging from the very young to the very old, and any number of conditions or diseases. You may find yourself working in a range of medical settings, from low-income clinics to state-of-the-art facilities.

International travel nursing is common. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that, “ one in every eight nurses practices in a country other than the one where they were born or trained. ” This is largely due to nursing shortages around the world. While you might have a heard a lot about the nursing shortage in the United States, there are areas around the globe facing even greater shortages.

You may tailor your job more specifically by earning a specialty certification . In-demand specialties may include emergency room, medical-surgical, pediatric nursing , intensive care, anesthesia, and labor and delivery. You can gain these credentials through organizations like the American Nurses Credentialing Center and the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners, though you may need to gain additional certification in the country where you work.

How Long Are the Assignments?

While travel nursing assignments in the U.S. typically last between eight and 26 weeks, nursing jobs abroad are often longer. You’ll likely work for at least a year in destinations like Australia and Europe, while it’s common to commit to at least two years while working in the Middle East.

If you’re curious about international travel nursing but not ready to make a long commitment, there are numerous volunteer opportunities. Non-profit and charity organizations all over the country have opportunities for nurses to volunteer overseas . These trips generally last anywhere from three to six weeks. While you won’t earn a salary for this work, it can be a great way to make a difference while seeing if international travel nursing is a good fit for you.

Who Handles Travel Arrangements and Expenses?

Within the U.S., travel arrangements and expenses for travel nurses are typically handled by your agency. However, every agency works differently, so it’s important to ask questions to understand exactly how they operate. Like in the U.S., an international travel nurse agency may handle setting up your travel and housing, or it may provide you with stipends to do so on your own.

Benefits of Nursing Abroad

Not only does international travel nursing allow you to experience other cultures in new parts of the world, it can expand your own skills as a nurse as well. You’ll likely be exposed to different types of medical procedures and learn how to better communicate with a variety of patients. You’ll get to expand your own abilities while also lending your talents to a likely underserved area.

After completing an assignment, you also have the option to take time off. Some agencies allow you to take as much time off between assignments as you choose, while others put a cap on the number of days you can take in a row. However, taking an extended amount of time off could affect any benefits you might have, so make sure you fully understand the way your agency works.

The nonprofit National Association of Travel Healthcare Organizations (NATHO) touts international travel nursing’s flexibility and potential for cultural enrichment as invaluable benefits. A travel healthcare professional gets to see many different places around the world while earning a significant income. Plus, the travel nurse gets to decide the distance and time frame of each assignment.

Perks of Working as an International Travel Nurse

• Housing stipends
• Covered travel expenses
• Stipends for food and other living expenses
• The opportunity to experience life in a new country
• Exposure to new medical technique and ideas
• The chance to expand your communication and language skills
• The opportunity to experience diverse cultures

How Much Can International Travel Nurses Earn?

Most countries around the world pay nurses significantly less than you’ll find for travel nursing jobs across the United States, although your pay will vary depending on your location and specialty . But even in places where compensation doesn’t reach U.S. salary levels, there are other benefits that can make overseas nursing a rewarding job in many ways. For example, some countries in need of travel nurses have a lower cost of living. You’ll be paying less for things like housing, food, taxes, and utilities, so your paycheck might go a lot further than it would in the U.S.

You might expect to earn more if you specialize in high-paying areas such as cardiac catheterization, oncology, anesthesia, and pediatric and neonatal intensive care.

Where Could I Make the Most Money?

There are some locations that are known to pay more than others. Outside the U.S. and Canada, Europe may be where you’re likely to make the highest salary . According to Word Atlas, you’ll make the most in these European countries:

• The Netherlands

However, that doesn’t mean you can’t earn an impressive salary in other countries. For example, while your salary in the Middle East might look lower on paper than back home in America, you won’t pay taxes on your income there. If you also have basics like housing and food covered, you may be looking at high take-home pay.

How Do Compensation and Benefits Work Overseas?

Compensation and benefits work differently depending on your city, your country and your agency. The only way to know exactly how your package will break down is to ask the agency for which you work.

Usually, you’ll receive an hourly wage that might seem somewhat low, but your pay is supplemented with additional benefits. Most agencies provide furnished housing for the duration of your contract, along with stipends for meals and additional travel. Your agency might also offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid time off, reimbursement for licensing, and end-of-assignment bonuses.

What Are the Educational Requirements for International Travel Nurses?

You’ll generally be able to find international assignments as a licensed practical nurse (LPN) , registered nurse (RN), or advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), but it will depend on the location you’re hoping to work in. No matter what, your license will need to be in good standing and your degree will need to be from an accredited school. You’ll need to meet the requirements of licensing in the country you’re assigned to. Your first step will be to earn a degree and a nursing license.

Licensing and Certification Requirements

Following successful completion of your program, you’ll need to pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) in order to apply for a nursing license in the U.S. The NCLEX has different exam versions for different nurse license levels. Both RNs and LPNs need to take and pass NCLEX in order to be licensed. APRNs will need to take the certification exam for their specific specialty. Your program can guide you to the exam you need.

After that, you’ll also need to secure any additional credentials that your travel country requires if you’re planning to pursue travel nursing positions abroad. This could mean simply taking a test, gaining certification, or completing an entirely new program. You might also need to take a test proving you can speak in the primary language of that country. Keep in mind that this also applies to English-speaking countries like Canada, Australia, and the United Kingdom. Even if English is your native language, you’ll need to take the English language tests required of all international work visa applications.

You’ll then need to make sure you have a passport, a visa, a work permit, and any sponsorship that’s necessary. Each country will also have their own list of other documentation you need to present, such as your birth certificate, immunization records, and professional references. Plus, some countries will ask to see your transcripts to verify your education against their standards. The full process can sometimes take a year to complete and may also be expensive depending on additional requirements.

Finding Overseas Nursing Jobs

Travel nursing jobs are typically found through an agency. Different agencies work with different locations and specialties, so it’s recommended to work with multiple agencies to find an assignment that meets your needs. Some agencies already have contracts to place nurses in overseas roles. This can be really helpful if you’re feeling overwhelmed about the testing, licensing, and other potential international travel requirements. Make sure you understand any possible drawbacks to working with the agency, such as the percentage of your pay that might go back to it.

Questions to Ask Your Agency

When researching agencies and contracts, ask questions such as:

• What locations do you serve?
• How is your pay package structured?
• What do you provide in terms of health insurance?
• Do you provide free housing or a housing stipend?
• Do you offer paid time off?
• Are there any signing incentives or end-of-assignment bonuses?
• How much time can I take off between assignments?

Jobs Through the Department of Defense

There’s another option if you’re not comfortable finding international travel nursing jobs yourself or working with an agency. The United States Department of Defense has international jobs for nurses . You’ll still need to meet requirements to practice in the country you’re assigned to, but you’ll have a lot of guidance through the process. You’ll need to apply for an open job listing to start. If you’re selected, the Department of Defense will make sure you have everything you need to take on your overseas role. There aren’t always overseas jobs available, but if you’re interested in this route, it’s worth looking at available listings. You can set job alerts to be notified of new international postings.

Living Abroad as a Travel Nurse

Travel nursing abroad can be an incredibly exciting but also overwhelming experience. It can be tough to know exactly what to expect and being far away from family and friends can sometimes lead to feeling homesick.

If this is something you’re worried about, there are ways to make the transition easier. You might be able to bring along a significant other, but this will vary depending on your contract and housing situation. Another option is to buddy up with a friend who’s also a travel nurse. You can work with the same agencies and try to secure assignments in the same locations at the same time.

You might also be able to bring along a pet, but keep in mind that each country has its own rules for bringing in animals. You’ll likely need to get an import permit and have a health assessment performed by a vet. Pets may or may not need to be quarantined for a period of time upon arrival in the country.

Partnering with a fellow international travel nurse can help combat feelings of homesickness.

When packing to head abroad, keep things as simple as possible. Furniture and other household items will likely be provided by your agency, so often clothing and personal care items are all that you need.

When it’s time to start your assignment, don’t wait until the last minute to arrive. Give yourself time to settle into your apartment, get a rental car if needed, and get familiar with the city. Allow plenty of time to shop for any necessary items and figure out your daily commute.

It’s also a good idea to arrange a visit to the medical facility before your start date. Talk to your manager, get a tour of the unit, and ask any questions related to orientation or the day-to-day duties you’ll be tackling.

Pack light. Most agencies will provide furniture and other household items.

Once you start, you might have a day or two to familiarize yourself with the procedures and protocols of the unit, but you’re likely to be expected to jump right in. Take the initiative and ask questions whenever needed. If you have the experience and certifications to back up your skills, you should be able to walk in confident that you can work under pressure and with any patient.

Finally, international travel nursing is a great opportunity to learn the trade and explore the world, so take it all in.

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Stephanie Srakocic

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Nursing Internship in Ghana

Learn from nurses in different hospital departments and do health checks during medical outreaches

At a glance

• Travel to Africa and get valuable work experience by joining our Nursing Internship in Ghana. You will learn from qualified nurses and doctors. Expand your knowledge and make your resume stand out.
• Gain practical experience doing basic health checks in local communities. This is impactful work, as we provide healthcare services in disadvantaged areas.
• You will be based in one of the three locations in Ghana and live with a host family. We encourage you to make the most of your free time to explore the country.

Start Dates: 

Minimum Duration: 

Ages: 

What's included in the price?

Accommodation

Food (three meals a day)

Airport pick-up and drop-off

Full induction and orientation by an experienced staff member on arrival

Transport to and from your work placement

In-country support and 24-hour back-up from a team of full-time local staff

Emergency assistance from our international emergency response team

Project equipment and materials, including access to our database with thousands of resources

A supervisor/mentor at your work placement

Training and workshops from experienced local staff

Regular social events and community activities with other volunteers and interns

Access to our local office with internet connection

Certification of project completion

Access to our alumni services and discounts

Visa support and advice

Fundraising support, including your own personalized fundraising website

Pre-departure preparation by your own support specialist

Personalized MyProjectsAbroad website, with all the information you need about your project, accommodation and destination

Cultural awareness training and preparation

Membership to our volunteer social media groups, to share information and to get in touch

Support to help you complete registration or internship documents, if applicable

What's not included?

Travel and medical insurance

Visa costs (where applicable)

Is a Nursing Internship in Ghana right for me?

Our Nursing Internship in Ghana is ideal for students looking for work experience before or during university.

This is a great accompaniment to your studies and will give you a clearer idea of the work you do on a daily basis. If your goal is a career in nursing, the skills you learn during your internship will be a valuable addition to your CV.

No experience? No problem! The goal of this internship is for you to learn, and you’ll gain a lot from shadowing local nurses and doctors. We recommend taking advantage of any opportunity to ask questions and take notes.

Your medical coordinator will teach you what you need to know before you work at any outreaches, and will there to supervise you throughout.

Our Nursing Internship in Ghana runs throughout the year, and you can join at any time.

What will I do during my Nursing Internship?

In Ghana, you work at a hospital, where you shadow and learn from nurses and other medical staff. During your internship, you will:

Shadow nurses and observe their work with patients in different hospital departments

Do basic health checks for the community during medical outreaches in rural areas

Run educational health campaigns on disease prevention and treatment methods

Your work will focus on the following areas:

Shadow nurses as they work with patients in the hospital

A big part of your  placement will see you observing and following nurses as they do their rounds. This will give you an idea of what nurses do on a daily basis. At your nursing placement in Ghana, you will see for yourself how important nurses are in the smooth functioning of a hospital. They care for patients, monitor them, and administer medication.

Experience work in different hospital departments

Hospitals in Ghana have different departments to meet the needs of the growing population. We recommend using this this opportunity to intern several, spending at least a week in which one. You'll see different illnesses and injuries across different departments. This will also give you a better idea on which departments you wish to work in in the future.

Provide free health checks and run educational campaigns at medical outreaches

You’ll take part in medical outreach work once or twice a week. Here, you’ll assist the nurses with basic healthcare checks at a leprosy camp, care centre, or in more remote areas. Here are a few of the tasks you do:

• Clean wounds
• Treat ringworm
• Check blood sugar levels
• Check blood pressure levels
• Conduct malaria and Hepetitis B tests
• Help nurses refer patients with positive test results
• Help distribute medication

Another part of our outreach work is focused on education. Education is a huge part of empowering local communities and an important prevention method. Our goal is to improve standards of health in the community. We do this by creating awareness around various diseases and share knowledge about prevention and treatment. You will help with setting up and running these campaigns. These activities will give you invaluable nursing work experience in Ghana.

What type of nursing placements are available in Ghana?

You’ll work in Akuapem Hills or Accra at a general hospital or clinic. All nursing placements in Ghana have various hospital departments. We encourage you to stay in each department for at least a week so you can get the full experience.

Departments

• General medicine
• Paediatrics
• Accident and emergency
• Opthamology

We recommend discussing the different departments you’d like to intern in ahead of your trip with your Volunteer Advisor. On your first day at the hospital, you’ll discuss your work schedule with your project coordinator and meet your supervisor.

Where will I be working in Ghana?

Ghana’s capital city is a thriving trading centre and serves as the country’s administrative, economic, and educational centre. You’ll work at a general hospital and assist local nurses with the patients that come in to to be treated by the doctors. As Accra is the largest city in Ghana, you’ll see a variety of different medical conditions and treatment methods.

Akuapem Hills

Located in the Eastern Region of Ghana, Akuapem Hills is characterised by vibrant green vegetation and rich red earth. As one of the quieter regions, children calling 'Obroni’ (foreigner) as they try to catch your attention will be unmistakable. The villages are welcoming and know how to entertain! When volunteering in Ghana, join in on the street festivities or try dried fish and yams at a food stall on the main street. The bustling city of Accra is within easy reach for a day trip.

Nursing interns will work at hospitals and join outreach events in the community.

Airport pickup, flights and visas

When you arrive at your respective airport, a member of Projects Abroad staff will be there to meet you. You can find more detailed information on arrival airports, orientation, and visas on our Ghana Arrival Procedures page .

A typical day on the Nursing Internship in Ghana

Start your day after a good night's sleep in your host family’s home. Get dressed, eat breakfast and grab a tro tro or shared taxi to get to the hospital. Don’t forget your white coat!

Your day starts at about 8am, Monday to Friday. This will, however, depend on the department you are working in . Finish up around 2pm or opt to stay longer and continue your observations. Just be sure to check with your supervisor and the local staff beforehand.

Each day, you will find yourself assisting the nurses as they go around the hospital cleaning their ward, bathing and grooming patients and remaking beds. You’ll often spend the next hour shadowing the doctor in the ward as he visits each of his patients. Under the supervision of the local nurses, you can help check vital signs and administer medication according to doctor’s instructions.

If you’d like to head home for the day, head back to your host family's house. Tuck into a home-cooked meal of jollof, a traditional rice dish of rice with tomato sauce and meat, fish or chicken. You can then depend time getting to know your host family and playing games or watching movies in the evening.

In your free time, you can explore more of Ghana by renting a tro-tro for the day. We encourage you to learn more about Ghana’s history by visiting the Cape Coast castle. There are also a lot of hikes in the national parks. If you’d like recommendations, you can speak to our staff. They will be able to give you the best advice and tips on what to see and do while you are there.

What are the aims and impact of this Nursing internship?

The aim of this internship is for you to learn from qualified nurses in a medical setting, and get experience in various hospital departments.

Working in different departments is a way for you to explore different specialisations if you plan to become a nurse. This will help you get a better idea of the departments you’d like to work in in the future. It will also allow you to add amazing experience to your CV, and give you more to talk about in interviews. 

Besides getting nursing work experience in Ghana, you will also help make a difference.

Ghana suffers from a double burden of disease. Infectious diseases like cholera and malaria are rife, and cases of illnesses like diabetes and hypertension are on the rise. We want to help communities prevent and manage these diseases through our outreach work.

To accomplish this, we implemented a Medicine Management Plan, which has five clear goals:

• Encourage an understanding of medical practices and promoting an exchange of medical knowledge
• Improve access to basic healthcare for disadvantaged groups through outreach work in leprosy camps and schools
• Promote awareness of non-communicable diseases
• Improve the quality of healthcare provided to patients
• Reduce the number of cases of malaria

Join us on the Nursing Internship in Ghana and broaden your medical knowledge and skill set.

Professional volunteers and medical practicums for students

This project is also ideally suited to professionals interested in using their skills to help, as well as university medical and healthcare practicum students.

As a professional, you can be sure we'll match your training and expertise to the placement where you're needed most. With your support, we can make an even bigger impact on the local communities we work with.

If you're a practicum student, we'll organize a practicum placement where you can learn as much as possible. We want you gain the knowledge and skills that will begin to shape your professional career.

Contact us so we can help organize a specific placement for you.

Management plans

We set out the aims and objectives of our projects in documents called Management Plans. We use them to properly plan the work you’ll do. They also help us measure and evaluate our achievements and impact each year.

Ultimately, our Management Plans help us make our projects better. This in turn means you get to be part of something that makes a real impact where it’s needed. Read more about our Management Plans .

Measuring our impact

Our projects work towards clear long-term goals, with specific annual objectives. Every volunteer and intern we send to these projects helps us work towards these goals, no matter how long they spend on our projects.

Every year we take a step back and look at how much progress we've made towards these goals. We put together a Global Impact Report, which documents our achievements. Find out more about the impact our global community of volunteers, interns and staff make, and read the latest report.

Food and accommodation

You'll stay with a host family in Ghana. They will welcome you into their home, eager to share their customs and have you teach them about your own culture. We believe that this is the best way to immerse yourself in the culture of Ghana and have a truly unique experience.

We will always try to let you live alongside at least one other Projects Abroad volunteer or intern at the same host family. Your room will be modest, but comfortable, clean, and safe.

Your program fee includes three meals a day.

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Leisure activities and free time

Volunteering in Ghana is an ideal way to explore this colourful West African country. There’s a huge variety of different activities to do while you’re there, giving you plenty of exciting ways to spend your free time.

Music is a central part of Ghanaian culture. In the bigger towns, especially Accra, you will hear some great live bands and have some memorable nights out. Evenings spent at buzzing restaurants will also give you a taste of some of the delicious local cuisine.

For a look into Ghana’s history, you can tour the slave forts of Cape Coast and visit museums. Nature lovers will relish trekking through the rainforests of Kakum National Park or Mole National Park.

We run a wide range of projects in Ghana so there’s sure to be other volunteers there during your trip. This means you can explore the country solo or connect with other volunteers and travel as a group. 

Safety and staff support

Your safety and security is our prime concern. We have many procedures and systems to ensure you have the support you need to enjoy your trip with peace of mind. Our Projects Abroad staff are available 24 hours a day to help, and will be on hand to make sure you settle in well at your accommodation and placement. If you encounter any problems, they will be available to help at any time.

Find out more about safety and backup .

This placement is fully researched, safety audited, and risk assessed in accordance with the British Standard BS8848 for the Adventure Travel Sector.

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As the leading credentials evaluation organization for Ghanian nurses seeking to practice nursing in the U.S., we’re the only organization that can provide trusted credentials evaluation, verification and certification services for each step of your journey: from immigration to licensure, education or employment to specialty certification.

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Ghanian nursing workforce – at home & abroad  .

Ghana has done well to improve the quantity of nurses working in the country. Overall workforce and per capita numbers more than doubled in the past decade. There are over 125,000 nurses employed in Ghana. Slightly more nursing associates than nursing professionals work in the country.

About 200,000 people of Ghanaian descent live in the United States.

States with large Ghanaian communities include:

• Massachusetts

Resources for Ghanian Nurses

• Ghanaian Embassy in the U.S.
• New York Consulate
• Ghana Registered Midwife and Nursing Association
• North American Ghana Nurses Foundation
• Contact CGFNS
• Apply to CGFNS
• Log in to CGFNS Connect

In the U.S., over 15% of the more than 3.7 million registered nurses in the United States are foreign-born, many of whom completed their training in countries other than the U.S.

There is a nationwide shortage of nurses in the U.S. due to a growing and aging population and many nurses retiring, but the demand for nurses differs from state to state. Within each state, more nurses may be needed in either cities or in rural areas.

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Steps to do Ministry of Health (MOH) clearance in Ghana

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What is MOH clearance?

Official authorization for something to proceed or take place, The financial clearance is a form of authorization given to a Nurse in Ghana who has successfully completed an accredited public college known as Training College.

Why do clearance?

Clearance is necessary for Diploma nurses who want to leave the country for further education or in search of greener pastures. This is to certify that you are not owing to the government in any way.

Some Ghanaian trained Public nurses (Diploma) received allowances during their training and have to serve the government for a specific period of time called “bonding”

Also, Professionals (Diploma and Degree) who have taken study leave or support of any form from the government or their institutions have to obtain clearance from the ministry.

What do I do if I did not serve the government or my institution as agreed?

Clearance also known as “financial clearance” is given to both those who have fulfilled their obligations (served for the agreed duration) and to those who are yet to, thus bonded and those without bonding.

For those who have been bonded, the ministry will agree on the amount you may have to pay per annum for the number of years he/she is supposed to work, Unlike the bonded nurses, those who have not been bonded will not be required to make any payment (This depends on the decision by the Ministry of Health or your agency).

Enough of the grammar, let’s go straight forward to the steps to acquire clearance from the Ministry of Health, Ghana.

Requirements for MOH clearance

1. clearance form 2. Introductory letter duly signed for working staff or Completion letter from your Rotation facility for Nurses Awaiting Posting. 3. Passport Picture in uniform with white background

NOTE: All current Clearance forms are numbered (at the top right corner, starting with MOH/HRD…) and are registered on a form with the MOH, the contact of the buyer and receipt numbers are also noted, so photocopies will be detected.

Guidelines to apply for MOH clearance

Step 1 : Pay an amount of 100gh at the accounts department of the ministry and obtain an official receipt. Initially, the cost of the clearance form was 20gh but has been increased by the ministry. Proceed to the Human resource department (HRD) to collect your Form.

Make sure your form is endorsed at the back with the MOH stamp as indicated above.

Step 2 : Fill out the form and submit it to the head of your previous school or college for further endorsement or Submit it to your HR or Head of the facility for endorsement with a duly signed introductory letter.

 ( whichever comes first but both are needed for working professionals whiles those awaiting posting should just attach a copy of their introductory letter from their former workplace (where they did their national service )

Filling of clearance Form

(A) PERSONAL DETAILS

• Write your Full name as indicated on your NMC certificate
• Write your Profession
• Current grade (Applicable to already working staff)
• Last station (for those who had a transfer)
• Present station (Applicable to already working staff)
• Postal Address of your last or previous station (not required for those who are yet to be posted)
• Telephone number of your station (not required for those yet to be posted)
• Telephone number of applicant
• Number of years served after last training (not required for those yet to be posted)
• The purpose of the clearance can be “VERIFICATION”

Write your Staff ID on the top left or top right corner of your clearance form

(B) Educational Background (Post -Secondary)

Write the Programme offered e.g RGN

Your Institution attended e.g NMTC-Korle Bu

Date of commencement and completion

Working staff can include their top-ups in the other spaces below the 1st, Only do so if those certificates are recognized by NMC.

Step 3 : Fill in your work experience

(C) WORK EXPERIENCE

Place of work after 1st training  (for those yet to be posted write your place of rotation)

(D) DECLARATION 

(1) You sign and write the current date

(2) Submit the form to your head/HR of your current facility or your previous (same applies to those yet to be posted)

This part of the form and your Passport picture must be stamped by the person endorsing the form.

Step 4:  Submit the form to the head of the last school attended for endorsement and make sure it is stamped.

Step 5: Make sure to cross-check to see if all required fields have been filled and endorsed by the appropriate authorities.

Step 6: Submit the Clearance form to the Ministry of Health Human Resource Department with proof of purchase (receipt obtained from MOH)

Step 7: After submitting the form to the officials of the ministry will give you an estimated time frame to come and check the status of your clearance.

Kindly take note of the new directive from the Ministry of Health

Please we would like to bring to your notice that the MOH has increased the price of the clearance form from 20 to 100 cedis and this change took effect last Friday.

Please kindly note that the other change is that you need clearance from the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) before NMC Ghana will do your foreign verification.

Another change is that once you’ve been cleared by the MOH, your endorsed clearance form will be sent to the NMC Ghana directly and then you follow up to make the necessary payments to the NMC for foreign verification. They will then give you a form to take to the GRNMA for clearance before the foreign verification is done. All this time, you should have already begun your registration with the UK NMC or the NMC of the country you need foreign verification or with CGFNS,  Commission on Graduates of Foreign Nursing Schools for the USA, or With NNAS for Cannada.

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GHANA TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Individuals traveling to Ghana are required to strictly adhere to the following new directives as stated by Ghana’s President during his 16 th address to the Nation on Measures Taken Against the Spread of the Coronavirus:

• All passengers arriving in Ghana must be in possession of a negative COVID-19 PCR test result from an accredited laboratory in the country of origin and the test must have been done not more than seventy-two (72) hours before the scheduled arrival in the country. All airlines have been instructed to ensure compliance with this directive for all passengers traveling to Ghana;
• All passengers would be required to undergo a mandatory COVID-19 test at the airport terminal upon arrival in Ghana at a fee of one hundred and fifty dollars ($150.00) to be borne by the passenger. The test result will be available within thirty (30) minutes;
• Children under the age of five (5) will not be required to undergo testing at the airport;
• Passengers who test positive for COVID-19 will be handled by the health authorities for further clinical assessment and management; and
• Passengers who test negative will be admitted into the country and will be advised to continue to observe COVID-19 safety precautions during their stay in Ghana.

Ministry of Health / Ghana Health Service Guidelines

INTRODUCTION 

Following the declaration of the novel Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) as a global Public Health Emergency of International Concern on 30th January 2020, several countries instituted measures to curb the spread of the disease. In Ghana, similar measures were instituted in addition to the Executive Instrument (EI) 61 requiring some practices to be enforced.

As part of plans to reopen the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) on Tuesday, September 1, 2020, the Ghana Health Service/Ministry of Health has instituted measures to prevent and control the spread of COVID 19 in Ghana related to international travel. The outlined measures below are applicable to flight crew and passengers arriving and/or departing KIA within the period of reopening the airport to international travel until further advised.

The Ghana Health Service in collaboration with other partners will provide Port Health Services to ensure safety of flight crew, passengers and users of the airport. Port Health Services at the airport includes all health-related activities within the terminal including laboratory testing, inspection of relevant health documents, screening and triaging of passengers and the management of ill persons including transfer to appropriate health facilities; environmental inspections, supervision of cleaning and disinfection of aircraft and the entire airport terminal among others.

COVID-19 PROTOCOLS FOR DEPARTING AND ARRIVING PASSENGERS 

All passengers departing or arriving on international flights at KIA including those from the ECOWAS region will be required to meet the health requirements outlined below prior to admission into Ghana by the Ghana Immigration Service.

• Departing Passengers 

All passengers on international flights departing KIA will be required to adhere to COVID-19 testing requirements for the destination countries. All persons must be wearing a face mask appropriately (extending from the middle of the nasal bridge to halfway between the chin and the neck) and adhere to social distancing and hygiene protocols. Departing passengers will under g o COVID-19 screening including the checking of temperature.

• Arriving Passengers 

All arriving passengers must not have any symptoms suggestive of COVID-19 including body temperature >38°C. They must be in possession of a COVID-19 negative PCR test result from an accredited laboratory in the country of origin. The test should have been done not more than 72 hours before the scheduled departure time from the country of origin. For passengers who transit through other countries before arriving in Ghana, the first country of departure will be the reference point. For passengers who depart Ghana and return within one (1) week, the passengers will not be required to present a COVID-19 test result from the country of departure. A negative COVID-19 test from Ghana used on departure will serve as evidence of meeting the COVID-19 test criteria for arriving in Ghana. In addition, all persons must be wearing face masks appropriately upon arrival (extending from the middle of the nasal bridge to halfway between the chin and the neck). All passengers will be subjected to a mandatory COVID-19 test at the airport terminal at the cost to the passenger. All persons testing positive will receive further clinical assessment and treatment. All persons testing negative will be advised to continue to observe COVID-19 safety precautions following arrival in Ghana.

• 5 . Exemptions 

The following categories of passengers and crew are exempt from COVID-19 PCR test Testing:

• Children under-5 years of age will not be required to undergo testing at the airport;
• Persons who arrive under emergency circumstances such as diverted flights will not be required to undergo testing if they do not leave the airport or if they remain in transit such that they do not leave the hotel; and
• Airline crew are exempt from the pre-departure and arrival testing and should follow airline policy for testing.

MANAGEMENT OF CONFIRMED COVID-19 CASES

All persons testing positive will receive further clinical assessment and treatment. Confirmed COVID 19 positive will be handled by the Port Health Unit for the remainder of their arrival processes. Following completion of the arrival procedures, they will be sent to the Ga East Municipal Hospital for further clinical assessment and management. All persons testing negative will be advised to continue to observe COVID-19 safety precautions following arrival in Ghana.

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Ghana Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before Visiting Ghana (2024)

Ghana, a small country on the West coast of Africa, is one of the most accessible and safe destinations in the region. And it is packed with exciting historical and cultural things to do, as well as countless outdoor adventures.

Beautiful Ghana is one of my favourite places on earth. Having spent more than six months there, it feels like a second home. From the paradise beaches in the west of the country, the remote adventures in north near Tamale or the pulsating energy of Accra. I would happily return every year for the rest of my life to soak up the life, spirit and charm of Ghana.

2019 was the Year of the Return, a global campaign to encourage those with Ghanaian ancestry to return and experience Ghana.

In the 1600s, Ghana was a major part of the transatlantic slave trade, with the castle at Cape Coast being the departure point for enslaved Africans from across the continent. From here, men and women from countries across West Africa were sent in boats in perilous conditions to the ‘New World’. Last year, Ghana’s campaign welcomed thousands with African heritage to retrace the journey of their ancestors, a highly emotional and spiritual experience.

If you haven’t been to Ghana yet, then you’re in for a colourful, vibrant experience. Aspects of life in Ghana can be a little hectic, and a little frustrating at times but if you prepare well, then it may well be one of the best adventures of your life! Read on to find out more.

Essential Things to Know About Ghana

History in ghana.

Before delving into this guide, it’s important to touch upon some of Ghana’s history. Its past is very complex, and Ghana had been colonised by European nations for over 2,000 years. The country gained independence from British colonisation in 1957. It was known as the Gold Coast before being renamed as the Republic of Ghana.

Ghana was the first country in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence post-colonialism. Its president at the time, Kwame Krumah was highly celebrated for leading the nation to independence and there are many tributes and buildings dedicated to him, especially in Accra.

The flag of Ghana is red, yellow and green, with a central black star representing Ghana’s emancipation from European rule.

Ancient Ghana used to occupy a larger land area, which incorporated modern-day Mali, Senegal and Mauritania. Clashes between tribes gradually drove people towards the coast. Today, the Ashanti tribe is traditionally found in the central part of Ghana, surrounding Kumasi which is the country’s second city. They learnt to trade with Europeans early, which made them wealthy and helped the Ashanti to control a large area towards the coast.

Useful facts

• Ghana is on GMT time, which means the country has the same time zone as London. Geographically, Ghana is located as close to the centre of the world as you can be, as the country located closest to the intersection of 0° longitude and latitude.
• The currency in Ghana is the Ghaniain Cedi. It often written as GH₵ or GHS.
• The main resources and exports in Ghana are gold, cocoa, diamonds, oil, coffee, sugar, shea nuts and rubber. Its cocoa industry alone brings in nearly a billion pounds every year!
• There are around 30 million people in Ghana, with around 3 million in Accra. Some famous Ghanaians are Kofi Annan, who was the secretary-general of the UN, the editor of British Vogue – Edward Enniful and footballer Michael Essien.
• Ghana is one of the most prosperous countries in Africa, with good governance and an ambitious population that has led it to being one of the most stable economies in Africa.

• Although there are more than 100 ethnic groups in Ghana, the Twi language of the Ashanti people is the most widely spoken language in the central and southern parts of Ghana. In the north, Dagbani is more widely spoken which is the language of the Dagoma people. Overall, there are more than 40 languages, and 70 dialects in Ghana.
• Otherwise, most people speak English, or sometimes pigeon English. Ghana, along with Nigeria, are the only English speaking country in West Africa, as the others all speak French – a legacy of their colonial past.
• Most Ghanaians identify as Christian, but many uphold traditions and beliefs linked to their tribal ancestry, particularly in more rural areas.
• There is also a sizeable Muslim community in Ghana, particularly in Accra and in the north of Ghana near Tamale. Accra recently received a brand new mosque , seating more than 15,000. Freedom of Worship is a constitutional right in the peaceful nation and as such, there is little conflict or tension between different religions in Ghana.
• Ghana has an interesting tradition in designing and building elaborate coffins. You can read more about it here . Typically, the coffin is linked to the job the person had. However, when Karl Pilkington from an Idiot Abroad visited , he chose to have a custom-built Twix Bar coffin.. These are true works of art, taking months to build and based on the belief that life continues after death.
• Ghana has a universal health care system, which covers nearly 12 million Ghanaians. The country has some of the best medical care in Africa.

• You will see Ghanaians all over wearing colourful clothes, called Kente Cloth . This is linked closely to the Ashanti Empire and is of great pride to Ghanaians. You can find local seamstresses at markets who will delight in creating you a tailored outfit using Kente Cloth.
• Children from the Ashanti and Fante tribes are often given names based on the day of the week they was born. For example, Adowa, which means Monday. This can be either their first or middle name.
• Soccer (football) is the most popular sport and pastime in Ghana. Any group of locals will welcome you to play – after all, football is a universal language!

• Most Ghanaians will fiercely support a European football team (Manchester United is particularly popular) and on game days, dozens of people will gather around the screens all over.
• There are more than 16 nature protection areas including Mole National Park in the north and Kakum National Park in the south. In these parks, there are more than 40 species of large mammals, nearly 200 species of birds and over 1,000 butterfly species.
• In the east of Ghana is Lake Volta, which is the world’s largest man-made lake, extending over 320 sq miles. It’s so big, it can be seen from space!

Ghana Travel Guide

Getting there.

The main point of entry to Ghana is the Kotoka International Airport in Accra. This is where all international flights arrive.

Plenty of airlines fly to Accra, including Virgin and British Airways direct from the UK, and American Airlines and United from the US (from New York and Washington DC).

Other airlines flying into Accra include Air France, TAP Air Portugal, KLM, Lufthansa, Emirates, Qatar, Turkish Airlines and South Africa Airways.

Visa requirements

Many countries require a visa for Ghana, which has to obtained at an embassy before arriving in Accra. There are numerous African nations exempt from visas, make sure to check before arriving.

If you do require a visa, for example UK citizens, make sure to apply and begin the process well in advance of your arrival date. Make sure to check the Ghana High Commission website for the UK .

Medical requirements

All visitors to Ghana are required to have proof of a Yellow Fever vaccination. Proof is normally in the form of a small yellow book, given by the nurse who gave you the jab.

No other vaccinations are required for arrival into Ghana, but it is recommended to have had the following vaccinations:

• Diphtheria, Polio and Tetanus (DPT)
• Meningitis A,C,W,Y
• Typhoid Fever
• Hepatitis A and B
• Cholera (taken as an oral sachet)

The final two, rabies and cholera, are less taken by travellers to Ghana but I highly recommend both, especially if you plan to visit more rural areas in Ghana.

All these vaccinations add up, but I highly encourage you to take these precautions before arriving.

The main healthcare challenge to be aware of in Ghana is malaria. The disease is still prevalent in Ghana, and malaria-carrying mosquitoes are everywhere. I strongly recommend taking an anti-malarial tablet for the duration of your time in Ghana, which you can arrange in your home country before arriving.

There are a couple of main choices for an anti-malarial drug. Doxycycline and Larium are the cheapest and most readily available, but both can have some extreme side effects. Malarone (proguanil and atovaquone) is more expensive, but there are far fewer side effects. I recommend Malarone but ensure to speak to a healthcare professional.

Ensure to use a high percentage DEET based product on your skin, especially at dusk and in the evening. I also recommend sleeping under a net, unless you are in an air-conditioned upscale hotel room. I also used a fabric spray to deter mosquitoes that I used on my net regularly.

Although Ghanaians do tend to get malaria quite often and can be quite casual about it, for tourists it can be quite extreme to our more sensitive immune systems.

Getting around

Flights: There are a handful of internal flight companies in Ghana, primarily connecting Accra with Tamale in the north, Kumasi in the centre, Tema to the east and Takoradi to the west. Although quick, I wouldn’t necessarily advise taking these flights as they aren’t cheap and remove the adventure aspect.

Trains: The railway system in Ghana has typically been quite limited but routes are improving slowly in the south of the country. The trains currently in operation are unlikely to suit traveller itineraries, and are more aimed at commuters.

Buses: This is the main way to do long distance journeys in Ghana. They are generally safe and clean. and often are air-conditioned too.

The main company is STC, which has scheduled bus services throughout Ghana – and air-conditioning onboard. Always try and buy tickets in advance, as often seats sell out along popular routes.

Another bus company is VIP which also has modern, air-conditioned buses but tend to wait to fill up, before departing.

Both these companies have safety records and run from bus station to bus station. There are other bus companies around, with more dubious safety records and older, less well-maintained buses. Other bus companies may allow you to flag them down to alight on route.

Tro-tros: These are the iconic form of transport in Ghana, despite their total lack of safety. These are old minibuses, often a bare shell with various car parts taped on. People are crammed onto these and you could be sat between all kinds of people and animals – which can make for a very sweaty and smelly journey. Tro-tros ply every road in Ghana, making them very convenient and a crucial mode of transport all across the country. Although they are dirty and uncomfortable, they are a true way to be a part of Ghanaian life and I recommend you use them.

You can join them along the road. There will be a ‘tro tro mate’ hanging out the side of the bus shouting the destination and who takes your cedi from you. Alternatively, you can take a tro-tro from a bus station where you might get to pick your seats, but you have to wait for the bus to fill before it departs. Sometimes this can take a few hours if it’s a less regular route.

Interestingly, fares are regulated by the government so you shouldn’t be overcharged. Fares are low. As mentioned, tro-tros aren’t the safest form of transport. If you are very concerned about the driving or the bus itself, then try and disembark when you can and either take another tro-tro or hail a taxi.

Taxis: The other major form of transport, particularly around urban areas such as Accra, Kumasi and Takoradi is taxi. These are easily identifiable by the orange corners.

You can flag these down on the road, or find parked taxis. Always negotiate and confirm the fare before you start driving – most taxis don’t have a metered system. You can expect taxi drivers to offer you as a tourist quite a high price, but do not be afraid to negotiate on this. If you’re unsure of what the rate should approximately be, then ask a local at a hotel or in a shop.

Another option are shared taxis, which look the same, but drive to a fixed destination which is indicated with a sign. This can be a very cost-effective way to travel from A to B, especially on a more popular route. However, like tro-tros, you will have to wait for these to fill before they depart. As there are only 4 seats normally, this shouldn’t take too long.

Finally Uber is popular in Ghana, having arrived in the country in 2016. This excellent guide here covers everything you need to know about taking Ubers in Ghana.

Climate in Ghana

Oooh, it’s hot! Ghana is located in a subtropical zone, with temperatures over 30°C all year long. The rainy season is typically May to September, and temperatures drop slightly during these months.

Tamale and the wider northern Ghana region is hotter and more arid, with temperatures typically in excess of 35°C.

Wifi and Local SIM cards

Wifi is plentiful in Ghana, and phone sims are cheap.

I would recommend getting a local SIM, even if your trip is just a week. The main providers in Ghana are Vodafone and MTN, and you pick up a sim for either at the airport or at the Accra Mall. You can then top-up your SIM easily at local stores across the country. After paying for the data you require, you receive a small piece of card where you can scratch off the silver bit for a code to enter in your phone.

More recently, the local app ExpressPay has created an easy way to top up mobile phone SIMs or make money transfers to trusted contacts.

Ghanaians love WhatsApp, and like other countries in Africa, you may find it easier to communicate with your favoured taxis drivers by WhatsApp, for example.

Money in Ghana

As mentioned, the main currency is the Ghanaian Cedi, and the smaller pesewa. I would always advise to keep some Cedi on you, and do not expect places to take cards.

ATMs are found across the country, with the main banks being Stanbic Bank and GTBank.

Water and Electricity

Tap water is not safe for drinking, and I recommend using a bottle or sachet of water for cleaning teeth too.

Plastic sachets of water are sold all over Ghana and are very cheap – just 10 pesewas each (one tenth of a cedi). They contain purified water, but some brands are better than others. Try and buy water sachets that are Ice Cool, Ice Pack or Everpure brands. You’ll know by taste if any of the water is of poor quality – it will either taste muddy or metallic. Don’t drink!

In terms of running water and sanitation in Ghana, most of Accra will have access to clean water. Water is generally provided in huge water tanks, which can tend to run out. When the supply becomes limited, you will need to use buckets for showering and washing clothes. If you’re staying in upscale hotels, this isn’t likely to be an issue and they will have backup reserves.

Western style toilets are available all over Ghana, but poorer or more rural areas may have more hole-in-the-ground style toilets. Just keep tissues and hand sanitiser on you, just in case!

For electricity, load shedding is common across the whole of Ghana. Accra, as the capital is more likely to have 24 hours of electricity in a day, but all other places will experience a degree of load shedding.

Larger hotels and companies are very likely to have their generators to ensure guaranteed electricity. If the power cuts, they don’t always kick in instantly and there may be periods where you’re sweltering indoors. I used to find I would be drenched in sweat in the middle of the night when the power turned off the ceiling fan and I was under my mosquito net. Sometimes I’d get up and poor a bucket of cool water over my body and hair in order to cool down and get back to sleep.

Local language to learn in Ghana

‘Obruni!’ – this is probably the first word to learn. It means foreigner in the Akan language. It’s not an offensive term at all, and is often said with affection too. Do not be surprised if people shout ‘Obruni!’ at you in markets! And so you are aware, ‘Bibinii’ means black person.

‘Chale’ – means friend or mate. It’s common for a Ghanaian to greet you with ‘Chale!’

‘ Abeg ‘ – means please, in pidgin English. It’s common to hear this in the markets when negotiating a price.

‘ Akwaaba’ – means welcome. You may hear this all over as people welcome you the country more broadly, or arriving in a village. I heard this a lot less after a few months, so I felt like I successfully looked like I had (somewhat) assimilated myself into Ghanaian life!

‘Medaase’ – thank you!

‘Chop’ – casually refers to roadside or stall food, or ‘to chop’ is to eat.

Customs and Etiquette

The left hand is considered rude and offensive, never pass anything with your left hand. Always use your right hand to pass or receive anything.

Pointing at people is considered rude, as is the thumbs up sign.

A common way to greet friends, or Ghanaians you’ve got to know is to do a handshake, followed with a hand twist and a click of the finger. Don’t worry, you’ll learn it in no time.

Ghana time is a real thing. It’s not uncommon for Ghanaians to be late by even as much as 2 hours. They even tease each other about how bad Ghanaians’ timeliness can be!

Food in Ghana

Although Western food is often available, Ghanaian cuisine is delicious and essential to try on any length trip to Ghana.

The main staple foods are cassava and plantain, particularly around Accra and southern half of the country. In the north, the staple food is millet.

Throughout the country, yam, maize and beans are also cooked with. In Accra and the coastal regions in Ghana, tilapia is the main fish. You’ll see it being cooked on the streets and it is served up with many types of dishes.

Ghanaian food can be quite spicy. If you don’t like hot food, then say no to ‘ shito sauce ‘, an extra spicy sauce dolloped over your meal.

Some key Ghanaian dishes to try:

Jollof Rice – one of the most famous dishes! And the centre of many contests between Nigeria and Ghana as to who makes the best Jollof Rice! It is a tomato and rice dish, served with a fried chicken and shito sauce.

Waakye (pronounced Wacchee) – this is another rice dish served with beans. It isn’t often too spicy and is delicious with fried plantain, and other sides such as spaghetti, hard boiled egg and fish or chicken.

Banku – this is a dumpling made of a mix of fermented corn and cassava dough. You will often find this dish with stew and tilapia.

Fufu – similar to banku, this is boiled pounded cassava and plantain. It is often served in soups, like a groundnut soup. You take a piece of fufu dough, dip it in the accompanying stew and eat it! It’s delicious. This was my favourite dish in Ghana, I loved it. Sometimes goat is added to the soup, but you often say no goat pieces if you prefer.

Chichinga – mmm, Ghanaian kebab! This is a popular street food and is normally a mixture of chopped vegetables and a protein source, such as chicken or goat. This normally isn’t too spicy, although they do sometimes put a spicier paste called suya on it before grilling. Just ask them to stop before they cover the kebab.

Red-red – this vegetarian dish is mild bean stew and is delicious with a side of fried plantain. This is great for those who don’t like spice.

Plantain – similar to a banana, but larger and definitely more delicious. Plantain can be boiled, fried or cooked. It can be enjoyed as crunchy crisps too, easily purchased at local stalls.

Bofrot – these are delicious fried balls, that are doughnut-like in texture and taste. I was hooked as soon as I discovered them.

So there’s my Ghana travel guide, covering all of the essential things to know before visiting Ghana. As you can see, it’s a safe, peaceful and vibrant country, with some of the friendliest people on the planet.

Whether you’re visiting Ghana for a holiday, a volunteer trip, to visit family or to study abroad, I hope this guide is useful. I’m more than happy to answer any questions you might have on Ghana and put you in touch with locals I know, for example local tour guides.

Please make sure to also check out my detailed post on all of the best things to see and do in Ghana, covering all the key regions.

If you’re planning to visit any other African nations, then make sure to check out my other guides, covering Zambia and Zimbabwe , Botswana , South Africa and Morocco .

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Travel Vaccines and Advice for Ghana

Ghana is considered a good and welcoming place, especially for first-time travellers to Africa. Tourism is a growing industry in Ghana.

Ghana presents a lot of opportunities to experience Africa through national parks, nature reserves and villages.

English is the official language of Ghana. But, not always the primary language people speak. Local languages also include Ga, Twi and Ewe.

The largest city, Accra is also the capital city of Ghana. Accra is a growing city with modern amenities of hotels, restaurants and a vast number of museums.

Do I Need Vaccines for Ghana?

Yes, some vaccines are recommended or required for Ghana. The National Travel Health Network and Centre and WHO recommend the following vaccinations for Ghana: hepatitis A , hepatitis B , typhoid , cholera , yellow fever , rabies , meningitis , polio and tetanus .

See the bullets below to learn more about some of these key immunisations:

• Hepatitis A – Food & Water – Recommended for most travellers to the region, especially if unvaccinated.
• Hepatitis B – Blood & Body Fluids – Recommended for travellers to most regions.
• Tetanus – Wounds or Breaks in Skin – Recommended for travellers to most regions, especially if not previously vaccinated.
• Typhoid – Food & Water – Jab lasts 3 years. Oral vaccine lasts 5 years, must be able to swallow pills. Oral doses must be kept in refrigerator.
• Cholera – Food & Water – Recommended for travel to most regions.
• Yellow Fever – Mosquito – Required for all travellers over 9 months of age.
• Rabies – Saliva of Infected Animals – High risk country. Vaccine recommended for long-stay travellers and those who may come in contact with animals.
• Meningitis – Airborne & Direct Contact – Located in the meningitis belt, vaccination is recommended during the dry season (Dec. – June)
• Polio – Food & Water – Recommended for some travellers to this region. Single adult booster recommended.

See the tables below for more information:

Documentation of yellow fever vaccination is required in Ghana. Ensure you are vaccinated before you go or you may be denied entry to the country.

Meningitis spreads in the region during the summer months. A meningitis vaccination is the best form of protection against this potentially deadly disease.

Malaria , dengue and chikungunya are all present in Ghana. Be sure to bring antimalarials, mosquito repellents and netting to stay protected whilst in-country.

Outside of Accra, access to medical facilities is limited. Ensure to bring any prescriptions you will need.

Visit our vaccinations page to learn more. Travel safely with Passport Health and schedule your appointment today by calling or book online now .

Do I Need a Visa or Passport for Ghana?

A visa is required for all travel to Ghana. Passports must have at least six months validity. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required to enter the country. If you do not have proof of vaccination, you may be vaccinated on site, quarantined or returned to your previous location.

Sources: Embassy of Ghana and GOV.UK

What is the Climate Like in Ghana?

The majority of Ghana is a tropical savanna climate, with a small part of the southwest being a monsoon climate.

North Ghana experiences its rainy season from March-November. South Ghana’s rainy season is from April to mid-November.

Average temperatures range from 21 to 28 degrees.

How Safe is Ghana?

Ghana is facing an increased threat from terrorist groups. Kidnapping that target Westerners have occurred in Cote d’Ivoire, Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali.

Petty crime and scams are the most common crime that travellers face. Armed robbery and money solicitations at airports are on the rise.

Always remember to travel in groups and avoid travelling at night.

Homosexuality is illegal in Ghana and imprisonment can be from 3-10 years.

Remember that local authorities are responsible for investigating and prosecuting crime.

Coastal Forts in Ghana

The coastal forts of Ghana are a page out of history that helped create progress in Ghana’s modern world.

One of the largest forts in Ghana is the Cape Coast Castle that overlooks the sea. It was one of the world’s largest slave-holding sites and it still reflects the horror of that time.

The castle holds dungeons where slaves were held up to twelve weeks. In contrast, the castle also has a lavish governor’s bedroom to illustrate the inequality of the age.

Other forts to check out in Ghana include Fort Metal Cross, Fort Batenstein and Osu Castle.

What Should I Take To Ghana?

Here are some essential items to consider for your trip to Ghana:

• Prescription Medicine – You can get basic medicine at pharmacies, but formulas may be different.
• Water Filtration – Because of the risk of cholera, typhoid and other water-borne diseases, filtration is a must. Be sure to bring a filter or cleansing tablets.
• Money – Bring travellers cheques or credit card and cash them at an ATM. Don’t use credit cards to buy items as credit card fraud is high.

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If you are in Ghana and have an emergency (for example, been attacked, arrested or someone has died) contact the nearest consular services. Contact the embassy before arrival if you have additional questions on entry requirements, safety concerns or are in need of assistance.

British High Commission Accra Julius Nyerere Link, off Gamel Abdul Nasser Avenue PO Box 296 Accra Ghana Telephone: + 233 302 213 250 Emergency Phone: + 233 302 213 250 Fax: + 233 30 2213 274 Contact Form: Click Here

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Over 3,000 Nurses Left Ghana For Better Conditions Abroad In First Quarter 2022: Official Fears Looming Crisis

• Nurses are leaving Ghana in huge numbers for better conditions in Europe and America, according to the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA)
• The GRNMA has said over 3,000 of its members have left Ghana by March 2022 because of poor salaries and conditions of service
• The Association says there is a looming crisis and has urged the authorities to intervene

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Poor working conditions have compelled over 3,000 nurses in Ghana to migrate to other countries in the first quarter of 2022 for better opportunities, according to the mother association.

The disclosure was made by a top executive of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), who fears a looming crisis.

According to a 3News report , GRNMA secretary for the Ashanti Region, Ebenezer Acquah, told Akoma FM that the migration of Ghanaian health workers, particularly nurses, to Europe and America needs to stop.

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“There will be empty hospitals,” Mr Acquah fears.

He said the over 3,000 members of the GRNMA that left Ghana by March 2022 cited better working conditions in these countries as their motivation.

“Salaries for nurses are very low [in Ghana]. For the past two years, we haven’t adjusted our salaries meanwhile cost of living is on the rise so somehow we the executives understand the frustrations of our members,” the 3News reported quoted Mr Acquah.

While stories of Ghanaian nurses leaving Ghana for greener pastures abroad are not new, the disclosure that more than 3,000 have left Ghana by March is alarming.

Currently, the nurse-to-patient ratio stands at 1 nurse to 839 patients, exceeding the World Health Organization (WHO) recommended nurse-to-patient population ratio of one nurse to 1,000 population. However, the GRNMA fears the situation could soon deteriorate.

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Ghanaian man who migrated to South Korea in search of greener pastures narrates story

Meanwhile, YEN.com.gh has reported in a previous story that a Ghanaian man by the name of Samuel Oheme was granted an interview by DJ Nyaami on SVTV Africa where he opened up about how he migrated to South Korea.

The young man revealed that he got to move abroad thanks to a friend of his and so far he has observed that the least amount of monthly salary anyone takes in South Korea is $2,000 (Ghc13,997).

Recounting his journey, Samuel shared that he was advised by his friend to apply for a master's program in South Korea as that is one of the easiest ways to move to the country.

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How to Become a Travel Nurse in 4 Steps

Suppose you are interested in helping people, looking for a career in an in-demand field with high job security and growth opportunities, and enjoy traveling. In that case, you may be the perfect candidate for a career in travel nursing.

The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts that more than 200,000 new registered nursing positions will become available yearly between 2021 and 2031. Compared to other occupations, this means a faster-than-average growth rate for RNs. Travel nurses, who are a type of registered nurse, will reap the benefits of increasing job stability and opportunities in the field. Now is the time to dive in.

Below, we explore what a travel nurse is and how to become one in just four steps.

What is a Travel Nurse?

A travel nurse is a skilled, qualified, and licensed registered nurse (RN) , who accepts a temporary assignment at a hospital in a different geographical location than where they live.

Travel nurses are RNs from various clinical backgrounds and work for independent travel nurse staffing agencies. These agencies temporarily assign travel nurses to different care areas to fill short-term employment gaps. Amidst a current nursing shortage , travel nurses are in especially high demand right now.

Travel nurses can find work in the United States and international positions. The adventure and excitement of new opportunities (plus the higher-than-average pay) lead many RNs to explore a career as a travel nurse.

What Does a Travel Nurse Do?

Travel nurses have a variety of responsibilities, duties, and specific tasks depending on their specialty and the location they are working in.

For example, domestic travel nurses work within the U.S. for eight to thirteen weeks. On the other hand, international travel nurses work outside the U.S. on assignments ranging from one to two years, and nurses must wait for document processing before traveling.

The general responsibilities of travel nurses include the following:

• Assessing, diagnosing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care for patients in a variety of healthcare settings
• Administering medications and fluids, assisting with activities of daily living and patient mobility
• Reviewing and interpreting diagnostic tests such as lab work and imaging
• Monitoring and providing oversight in all aspects of patient care
• Collaborating with physicians in developing a plan of care
• Providing resources for patients and referring them as necessary
• Educating patients and families in all areas of healthcare maintenance and prevention
• Working on assignments anywhere from eight to thirteen weeks (on average) in the U.S., one to two years if outside the U.S.
• Learning various patient care systems/documentation

How Much Does a Travel Nurse Make?

Travel nurses are compensated at a higher-than-average level in the nursing field because they fill understaffed and needed positions. They also receive benefits such as healthcare and additions to their 401ks.

According to Zippia , traveling nurses make an average of $83,961 annually or $40.37 per hour in the United States. However, location does make an impact on how much a traveling nurse earns.

Traveling nurses make the most in Hawaii, New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and Michigan. Furthermore, it is common for vacation destinations to pay lower because of the competitiveness of those job openings and the high number of nurses applying.

How Do I Become a Travel Nurse?

1. be flexible and eager for new experiences..

Travel nurses regularly pack up and move themselves or their families to new locations, often leaving other family and friends behind. Therefore, you want to ensure your family and friends support this lifestyle.

Additionally, travel nurses who excel in their role generally enjoy the following:

• Experiencing new cities, towns, and organizations
• The freedom to choose when, where, and how long they will work
• The flexibility in creating their schedule, benefits packages, and income
• Learning new and challenging organizational systems and workflows

2. Pursue a Nursing Degree.

Those interested becoming a travel nurse need to first pursue a nursing degree through a two or four-year university.

Obtaining an associate degree in Nursing (ADN) is the standard requirement for aspiring RNs today, but a bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) is becoming more common. Travel nursing candidates should be aware that many healthcare facilities often only hire candidates with a BSN or higher, and their chances at a higher salary will be better with a BSN.

3. Pass All Licensing Exams.

Upon completing at least an associate or bachelor’s degree, travel nurse candidates must pass all necessary exams, such as the National Council Licensure Examination-Registered Nurse (NCLEX-RN©) , which is required for licensure.

4. Fulfill Agency Requirements or Other Necessary Certifications.

Many agencies require travel nurses to have a minimum of one year of hands-on bedside care or experience in nursing before being able to work as a travel nurse.

International nurses should also speak the language of the country they want to practice in, as communication is integral to effective healthcare delivery. Travel nurse candidates should research agencies and understand their exact requirements.

Aside from the NCLEX-RN, no additional exams are required for travel nursing. Depending on the specialty, however, additional certifications may be required.

Some certifications for traveling RNs might include:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) certification

A career as a travel nurse is exciting, rewarding, and financially lucrative. You can travel and see parts of the country or world you never have, help people live better and healthier lives, and make a good living.

If you are interested in pursuing a career that leads to travel nursing, it starts with a reputable nursing program like ours at Goodwin University. We have a variety of flexible nursing degree programs that work with all lifestyles.

Financial aid is available, and our comprehensive support services will get you through college and into your exciting career. Get on your way to becoming a travel nurse today !

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List of Top Travel And Work Abroad Agencies In Ghana

With Ghana’s struggling economy, the country loses human resources to other countries all the time.

With the help of travel and work agencies, unemployed graduates and individuals go to these financial and economic- stable countries to work and gain income, learn a trade and sometimes return to Ghana to make use of the knowledge acquired

In consequence, traveling to work abroad is not only advantageous to the individual but also the economy of Ghana. 

If you are an unemployed graduate who is looking to travel to Europe, Canada, or the Middle East to work through a legit travel and work agency, continue reading this article for more information.

What would you need to apply for such an opportunity? How do you go about it?

Every agency with their requirement, but generally, one will need to send their curriculum vitae/resume with a passport photo to the emails of any of these agencies.

They will review your resume and send you an application form to fill if you are eligible. After going through all employment contracts and finalizing all paper works, you will be presented with a work permit.

Below are legitimate travel and work agencies in Ghana that will see to it that your dream of working abroad become a reality. 

Here is a list of the top companies in Ghana that provide work and travel abroad services:

Achilink Travel Consult, Kumasi

Working together with Ghana Tourism Authority, Immigration Law Practitioners, and Chartered Institute of Legal Executives, Achilinks Travel consult provides recruitment opportunities and job placements in Canada, Middle East, Africa, and Europe. 

Which sector of business are you involved or hoping to get involved in? Is it banking and finance, healthcare, information, and technology or engineering? Achilinks Travel consult has got you covered.

They will guide you into your choice of work and shape you into “professionals with exceptional abilities”

Achilink Travel Consult other services include, business registrations, visa services, and assisting you to study abroad with a scholarship.

Contact Information and Location

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Locate Achilink Travel Consult at Kumasi, K. Oppong Ave, New Manhyia Extension. 

Call them on 024 831 5956/ 050 338 6022

Email: [email protected]

Postal Address:

P.O Box 14970 Adum Kumasi, Ghana.

Jaketoms Sunworld Travel Limited, Accra

Sunworld Travel Limited is a private sector company that specializes in recruitment and job placement as well as travel consultancy, air ticketing, the general supply of goods, and flight reservations.

They guarantee visas to countries such as Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Sunworld has been in operation for 4 years and they focus mainly on engineers and construction workers to work in Europe and its environs.

As one of the authentic recruitment agencies in Ghana, they take pride in getting you to where you want to be in licit ways. 

Find Sunworld Travel Limited at Gbawe Main street, Accra. Near clinic junction

Their working days are Monday to Saturday from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm

Contact them on 020 881 0046

Or visit their website www.sunworld.com.gh for more information.

SOS Labour, Accra

SOS Labour is an award-winning limited liability Company with branches in Ghana and the other in Alberta, Canada. They specialize in job placement and recruitment.

A company that trains workers, put skilled and unskilled persons on a certified global worker program before processing them for job placements abroad.

They also counsel and guide prospective workers who are to work in Canada, Dubai, the USA, and the Uk. SOS Labour takes carpenters, masons, welders, mechanics, and low skilled workers. 

Are you a job seeker with little or no experience who is aiming to work abroad? SOS Labour is the place to go to.

Locate SOS Labour building at community 10, Tema. 7/31 Paa Grant Close.

Call them on 054 910 9797/030 3304 344

Sanisa Travel And Recruitment Agency

Sanisa travel agency works hand in hand with an EU company in Poland that recruits eligible and energetic workers.

They also offer tours and vacation packages, students also have the opportunity to study abroad. 

Are you looking for workers for your company in Ghana as well? Contact Sanisa Recruitment Agency.

Sanisa has a branch in Belgium and one here in Ghana. Located at Achimota Mile 7.

Call them on 050 719 4300 for inquiries.

Or their website www.sanisatravelagency.com 

Global Manpower Recruitment Agency

Since 2012, global manpower has been recruiting qualified workers to work abroad and in Ghana. Their vision is to become one of the best human resource providers across the globe.

They recruit cleaners, nurses, artisans, drivers, house helps, teachers. Etc. to work in countries in the middle east such as Kuwait, Dubai, turkey, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Jordan, and the likes.

Contact information and Location

Call them on 024 475 1054 

Situated at Ashaley botwe school junction, Accra

Mikor Dubai 

As their name suggests, they are sending you to Dubai to work with guaranteed accommodation. 

10 years in the travel industry, they offer job placements and visas within 48 hours.

With several testimonies from individuals, Mikor Dubai travel agencies seem to one of the best travel ad work agencies in Ghana.

They are located at Lashibi, Transformer junction (off Nungua Barrier-Tema road)

Call them on 050 683 5218/ 050 200 3601/ 059 393 6186

Email: [email protected]  

Travel agencies abound, but it is essential to work with legal and legitimate companies who promise to deliver you to your destination and provide you with jobs that will benefit you in the long run. 

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In West Africa, Ghana is famous for its tourist destinations. All kinds of travelers will definitely have a swell time visiting Ghana. The rich wildlife in Ghana’s game reserve and parks is an amazing view to behold. The Nation’s capital Accra is spiced with a modern Flair and there are many historic places that endear many travelers. Little wonder there are several travel agencies across the country trying to meet the increasing holiday and business demands of travelers in and out of Ghana.

6 Top Ghanaian Travel Agencies

If you are a resident of Ghana or wish to travel to or out of the country, then there are numerous travel agencies at your disposal that provide top-notch services. The majority of these Agencies are located in Accra, Ghana’s capital city and a vibrant metropolis. The city is classified as one of the safest in west Africa. As a tourist in Accra, you will enjoy the exotic lifestyle and tasty food.

In no preferential order, some of Ghana’s leading travel agencies to contact for your travel demands are:

1. Secure Travel and Tours

If you need help as a traveler in securing airline tickets, transportation means, travel insurance, touring, booking hotels, visa and hotel reservations. Secure Travel and Tours is one of the best travel agencies to contact. As one of the top travel agencies in Ghana, they cater to the travel requirements of Individuals, corporate organizations, and tourists worldwide. Their services are hassle-free.

  Summary of Reviews on Secure Travel and Tour Agencies.

The services of the agency are excellent in terms of securing a visa to Dubai.

Its transparency is second to none.

Highly Trusted and reliable.

Another Notable Travel Agency that knows its onions in providing excellent Travel Services is Jubilee Travel & Tours.

2. Jubilee Travel & Tours

As a renowned and leading Travel Agency in the metropolitan city of Ghana. you are sure to have many juicy travel packages from Jubilee Travel & Tours. Since their incorporation in 2004, they are widely known in Ghana for an excellent customer relationship with their clientele and top-notch service delivery.

They are an accredited travel agency and associate of IATA (International Air Transport Association). Jubilee prides itself on delivering services that are very comprehensive. Their travel packages will definitely win the hearts of many prospective clients willing to deal with them.

  Core Services

The Agency organizes and arranges travel opportunities for various kinds of groups, business executives or corporate organizations who aim to travel out of the shores of Ghana for varying purposes.

The travel requirements of all manner of a client are handled by Jubilee.

Sales and handling of tickets especially flight tickets.

Arranging and organizing outbound and inbound tours to the country.

  3. Easy Travel Consult

As a student living in Ghana who seeks to travel out to further your education, Easy Travel Consult should be your go-to agency for a hitch-free process. Although they have packages for the Ghanaian populace and Africa as a whole, they are basically traveling and study overseas enterprise that ensures quality delivery of consultations and assistance to Ghanaian students looking to school outside the shores of Ghana.

Specialized services

Ghanaian students are aided by the Agency in choosing institutions that the students meet their requirements and best suits their preference. With the agency, identifying academic destinations should be less daunting.

You will be assisted in using immigration and visa policies to your advantage.

Any student could contact them for study abroad requirements.

4. Signature Luxury Travel and Tours

For the traveler requiring exquisite travel services, your ultimate destination should be

Signature Luxury Travel and Tours. They offer holidays and bespoke travel arrangements for groups and individual persons.

  Services they provide

Flights and Hotel Reservations

Cruises and Rentals of cars to exotic locations and amusing resorts worldwide.

They assist with airport transfers.

As an independent travel agency, they hope to excite their clients on every journey, giving them first-class experience on travel services.

5. Stellar Travel

Being an associate of FCM, a renowned corporate travel management consultancies in the world, Stellar Travel offers numerous corporate travel services ranging from land and air travel reservations. They have been in operation since 1991. They offer quality diversified services that have ensured their growth in the corporate market. Stellar Travel is very much reliable and has managed to niche down its services to cater to the travel demands of companies and organizations abroad that are based in Ghana. You are sure to experience excellent performance dealing with them regardless of the sector or industry.

  Business Services

24/7 visa assistance

All Travel itineraries

Core Expertise

By updating their database with the most current prices, bookings, and timetables, Travel plans are easily executed by the agency.

Travel bookings by your organization will be done according to preference and interest.

Telephone services are available for 24 Hour Service to answer all inquiries or requests.

Often without incurring the automatic cost associated with bookings you might make directly, complex business itineraries with stopovers, breaks in journeys and tight timetables can be coordinated with ease to match requirements.

  Comprehensive Management Report

Appointing Stellar Travels for your corporate travel services means getting more than a ticket.

Some Achievements of the Agency

• British Airways Top Revenue Earner in 2009
• Platinum Elite Agent for Kenya Airways in 2010
• Aviation Travel Agency of the Year 2016
• Best Premium Economy Agent for Virgin Atlantic Red Hot Awards 2012
• South African Airways Travel & Tourism Awards 2013 – Outstanding

Performer for North, Central and West Africa

• Outstanding Performer for Alitalia/KLM Star Awards 2011
• Best Upper-Class Agent for Virgin Atlantic Red Hot Awards 2012
• Platinum Elite Agent for Air France/KLM in 2010
• Delta Airline Top 5 Agent in 2009

6. Kumasi Travel Agency

Since its establishment in 1988 and the first of its kind in Kumasi Ghana, Kumasi Travel Agency is highly recognized as a result-oriented travel agency.  These are the first to be accredited in Kumasi by the IATA.

Services they provide includes

Sales of major Airline tickets

Hotel Reservations and bookings.

Exuding all professionalism, the agency makes sure to maintain a cordial relationship with their clients and thrill them with delightful offers.

If you require a journey with assistance, Kumasi Travel Agency ensures that you have an easy trip.

There are several hundreds of Travel agencies in Ghana though only a few have been mentioned. For all your travel demands, you could make a trip down to their location or contact them online, especially for visitors who hope to explore the country. Travel Packages are available for all manner of clients, be it student, leisure travelers or business class executives.

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Ghana Nurses have the opportunity to travel outside the country to work abroad easily. The process that Ghana nurses use to travel outside is very simple and straight to the point.

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First of all, the nurse must write and pass an English proficiency test. Particularly, the nurse must write IELTS.

The English proficiency test ensures the nurse is able to communicate appropriately with the patients to ensure smooth service delivery

Clearance from the Ministry of Health (MoH)

Any nurse from Ghana who wishes to travel outside must obtain the necessary clearance from the Ministry of Health.

The clearance from the Ministry of Health is to ensure nurses who are under a bond with the country do not evade their bond.

The bonds normally involve whether a nurse has exhausted serving their mandatory service after study leave.

In the past, newly recruited nurses were denied their opportunity to travel because they were perceived to be under bond after taking student allowances during training.

However, Ministry of Health’s demand for newly trained nurses to service after school has been relaxed due to the lack of employment in the country.

However, employed nurses in the country who took study leave must exhaust their bond before traveling abroad to work.

Clearance from the Nurse and Midwives Council

Ghana nurses who want to travel outside to work must also clear themselves with the Nurses and Midwives Council.

This is to ensure that only competent nurses without any disciplinary or without any issue relating to practice, get the chance to travel to work.

Clearance from GRNMA or Union

The nurses’ union must clear the nurse before he or she can travel to work outside. This clearance is mostly related to whether the nurse owe the union any loan.

The nurse must therefore pay all outstanding loan before obtaining this clearance.

Police clearance

The Ghana Police must clear the nurse. This is to ensure the nurse has not criminal record. The implication for this clearance is, therefore, obvious.

Ghana nurses who want to travel to the UK to work must test themselves for Tuberculosis. Those who are positive are not allowed to work in UK hospitals

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Some health facilities arrange visas for qualified candidates. However, the applicant must arrange his or her visa in some other instances depending on the policy of the institution.

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Most health facilities provide accommodation for nurses. Also, insurance packages are provided to the applicants

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Ghana nurses have the opportunity to work with the NHS (National Health Services), care homes, and private hospitals.

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The Graduate Unemployed Nurses and Midwives Association has alleged that the Ministry of Health is resorting to underhand tactics in assigning certain members by levying extra charges.

Expressing discontent, the group criticized both the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance for failing to grant financial clearance and secure permanent employment opportunities for qualified nurses and midwives.

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Atta Asante, the association's general secretary, urged the Health Ministry in an interview with Citi News to accelerate the nurse assignment procedures.

"Some of us are being ejected from our homes because we are not being able to pay our rent. Some of us are sick. Some of us have different financial burdens. We have done a lot of things, but nobody, nothing is coming out of it.

"Any day, any time you go to the ministries, what they tell you is, go soon, it will come. We don’t know how soon this is coming. What is worse in the matter is, that some of our colleagues are being posted underground. You ask them and they will tell you I had a colleague who took me GH¢5,000, GH¢6,000, GH¢7,000 to get me this posting.

"You get to find out that even in 2022 those who are just about to finish their national service, some of them are in the wards working. Meanwhile, the 2020 batch are still in the house jobless."

Earlier, the jobless nurses issued a stern warning, indicating their intention to escalate their industrial action unless the government responds to their demands.

The group voiced discontent with the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Finance, attributing their dissatisfaction to the absence of financial clearance and permanent employment for more than 75,000 graduate nurses and midwives, which they identify as the underlying issue.

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