Ghana Snubbed As Greece Releases List of 2 African Countries Whose Citizens Can Visit Without a Visa
- Greece has announced that citizens of only two African countries can travel to the country without needing a visa
- The Greek government published the full list of nationalities exempt from its standard visa requirements
- Travellers from the African nations can now enter the country for short stays without prior visa applications
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Greece has officially announced that citizens of two African countries are eligible to visit the European nation without obtaining a visa in advance.
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The Greek government, under current Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, published a list of nationalities that qualify for visa-free access to the country, and two African nations made the cut.
This means eligible travellers can enter Greece for short-stay purposes without going through the standard visa application process, with Ghana failing to make the list.
Which African countries made Greece's visa-free list?
According to the published list from the Greek Foreign Affairs website, citizens of Seychelles and Mauritius are among those who can travel to the European countries without a visa.
Both island nations in the Indian Ocean have secured visa-free or visa-on-arrival arrangements with a number of European countries, and Greece's announcement adds to those existing travel privileges.
Travellers from these two countries can enter the Balkan nation for short stays, typically for tourism, family visits, or transit, without needing to apply for a Schengen visa beforehand.
The visa exemption for Seychelles and Mauritius comes as a major blow for travellers from other African countries, including Ghanaians, who regularly visit the nation for vacation or relaxation at various high-profile exotic tourist sites.
Others also pursue their tertiary education in Greece by enrolling in various public universities offering international courses.
What Greece's visa-free list means for African travellers
For most African passport holders, visiting Greece requires a Schengen visa, which involves submitting documentation, attending appointments, and waiting for approval.
The exemption for Seychellois and Mauritian citizens removes that barrier entirely, offering them significantly easier access to one of Europe's most visited destinations.
Greece, a member of the Schengen Area, attracts millions of tourists each year with its historic landmarks, Mediterranean coastline, and island destinations such as Santorini and Mykonos.
Citizens of the two listed countries are advised to confirm the specific conditions attached to their visa-free entry, including the maximum permitted duration of stay and any supporting documents they may be required to present at the border.
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New Zealand lists eligible 60 visa-free countries
Earlier, YEN.com.gh also reported that New Zealand had released a list of 60 eligible visa-free countries whose citizens can enter the nation.
Notably, despite the extensive list, the absence of any African nations highlights ongoing challenges in global travel accessibility for millions.
Proofreading by Bruce Douglas, copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
Source: YEN.com.gh
