Malaria is also prevalent in certain parts of the Country at certain times of the year and the usual precautions should be taken. The currency of Ghana is the Cedi. Rates of exchange are posted daily by banks and forex bureaux. There are no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency that can be brought into Ghana, but all should be noted on a customs declaration form on arrival. All exchange transaction receipts should be kept for inspection on departure.
Film is available in the main towns.
However, photography is not permitted at the airport or at military and strategic sites. Also please do not photograph local people without their express consent. Photographic equipment should be declared to customs on arrival. The official language of Ghana is English, although we have many other languages based on ethnic groups. The main vernacular languages are Akan, Ga, Ewe, Hausa and Dagbani.