How do I apply for an Australian visa from Ghana?
Lodge the applications directly at the Australian Visa Application Centre, operated by Teleperformance. Visa applicants will need to go in person to the Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC) in Accra to lodge their application and provide biometrics in the form of digital fingerprints and a facial photograph.
How can I apply for Australian visa online?
- Fill in the form. Your Australia visa application starts with filling in the application form. .
- Pay online. The cost of the Australia visa can be paid with Visa, MasterCard, American Express or PayPal.
- Official visa. After approval you will receive the Australia visa by e-mail.
How long does Australian visa take in Ghana?
| Visa subclass | Description | 75% of applications processed in |
|---|---|---|
| 309 | Partner (Provisional) visa | 11 months |
| 300 | Prospective Marriage visa | 12 months |
| 801 | Partner visa | 16 months |
| 820 | Partner visa | 18 months |
Do you need a visa?
All travellers and intending migrants, except New Zealand citizens, must obtain a visa or travel authority before travelling to Australia.
The Australian High Commission in Accra does not provide visa or immigration services. This responsibility rests with the Australian High Commission in Nairobi, Kenya (for residents of Ghana, Burkina Faso and Mali) and the Australian High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa (for residents of Liberia, Sierra Leone, Côte d\’Ivoire, Senegal, Guinea and Togo).
Option to apply online
Online lodgement is also available for certain visa categories, specifically:
1. Subclass 600 Visitor Visas
2. Partner visa applications (including subclass 300 Prospective Spouse, and subclass 309/100 Partner)
3. Student visas (Assessment Level 1 only)
Please note that if you are lodging a visa application online and you live in Ghana, you will still need to attend the Australian Visa Application Centre in Accra to provide biometrics (see below). For more information on how to lodge an online visa application, please see Online Visa Lodgement.
If you are in Ghana
Lodge the applications directly at the Australian Visa Application Centre, operated by Teleperformance.
Visa applicants will need to go in person to the Australian Visa Application Centre (AVAC) in Accra to lodge their application and provide biometrics in the form of digital fingerprints and a facial photograph.
In person, opening hours are from 8:30am to 3:00pm daily. Teleperformance is located at:
1st Floor Emporium,
Movenpick Ambassador Hotel,
Independence Avenue,
PMB CT 483 Cantonments
Accra
Ghana
Phone enquiries about visa application procedures and application fees can be made to the Teleperformance Africa Call Centre in South Africa.
Telephone +27 (0) 21 401 7500
6:30 am to 2 pm Monday to Friday Accra time.
Note: International call charges apply. There is an option to leave contact details and request a return call. The call centre is closed on South African public holidays.
Website: https://au.tlscontact.com/
Additional information about the collection of biometrics from visa applicants, including a list of included visa subclasses and people who may be exempt or excluded from providing biometrics can be found here.