Two recently taken photos must be attached. Both photos must be taken within the last three months, according to the visa photo requirements.
A valid passport. Not older than 10 years and it should valid for at least three more months beyond the date you plan to leave Schengen area. Older passports with visas on them (if you have any).
Round trip reservation or itinerary. It must include dates and flight numbers specifying entry and exit from the Schengen area. You can use the visa consultation services like this one. These guys can handle most of your visa requirements such as flight itineraries, hotel reservations along with free consultation over email.
Travel insurance policy. A document that proves you have travel health insurance for the whole Schengen territory, with a minimum coverage of 30,000 euros in case of any medical emergency as illnesses, accidents and even repatriation in case of death. The Insurance policy can easily be purchased online from AXA Schengen or Europ Assistance.
Proof of accommodation. A document that shows where you will be accommodated throughout your stay in Schengen. This can be one of the following:
A hotel/hostel booking.
A rental agreement.
A letter of invitation from a host at whose house you will be staying.
Proof of financial means. Evidence that you have enough money to support yourself financially throughout your stay in the Schengen. This can be one of the following:
Bank account statement that shows you have enough money in your account for the trip. The statement shall be no older than 3 months.
Sponsorship Letter by another person that confirms they will be financially supporting your trip to the Schengen. In order for this letter to be valid, it must be accompanied by a bank statement of the sponsor, no older than three months.
A combination of your bank account statement and a letter of sponsorship.
Proof of paid visa fee. €80 for adults and €45 for children from 6 to 12 years old.
How can I get Schengen visa from Ghana?
You must submit a passport or other travel document issued within the last 10 years.
This must have at least 2 blank pages and be valid for at least another 3 months after the date you intend to leave the Schengen area. You must submit a completed and signed visa application form.
How much does a Schengen visa cost in Ghana?
Applications have to be submitted at least 15 days before the start of the planned trip.
From 02.02. 2020 the fee for processing a Schengen visa application increases to 80 euros, for children between 6 and 12 years to 40 euros. Children under 6 years of age are free of Charge.