Capital city in Greater Accra, Ghana
Healthcare in Accra: hospitals, costs and insurance
Healthcare in Accra
Private clinics handle routine care well; complex cases may need evacuation. Ambulances are slow, so many people take a taxi to a private ER.
Hospitals for foreigners in Accra
| Hospital | Good to know |
|---|---|
| Nyaho Medical Centre | Private; Airport Residential, expat-friendly |
| Korle Bu Teaching Hospital | Main public referral hospital; busy but capable |
| 37 Military Hospital | Public hospital with emergency and specialist care |
Key facts
- Doctor's visit: GH₵250–700 ($22–60) at a private clinic without insurance.
- In Ghana: Private hospitals and clinics in Accra are decent for routine care and stabilisation; outside Accra and Kumasi quality drops. Serious cases need evacuation, so insurance is important.
- Pharmacies: Pharmacies are common in towns; counterfeit drugs exist, so buy from established chains and hospital pharmacies.
- Health spending: US$70 per person a year (2023); 0.3 doctors per 1,000 people (2023), World Bank.
- Emergency: Police 191 · Ambulance 193 · Fire 192 · All emergencies 112.
Travel and health insurance
Travel insurance isn't required to enter Ghana, but treatment for visitors is paid upfront.
| Insurer | Good for |
|---|---|
| SafetyWing Nomad Insurance | Monthly subscription for nomads and long trips; cancel anytime. |
| Genki | Health insurance for nomads, from a European insurer. |
| World Nomads | Trip insurance that covers many adventure activities. |
| Heymondo | Single-trip, annual and long-stay plans with a medical app. |
| IMG Global | Travel medical and long-term international health plans. |
Quick answers
What is the best hospital in Accra for foreigners?
Nyaho Medical Centre: Private; Airport Residential, expat-friendly
How much does a doctor's visit cost in Accra?
About GH₵250–700 ($22–60) at a private clinic.
Do I need travel insurance for Ghana?
It isn't required for entry, but recommended: hospitals in Ghana expect visitors to pay or show insurance.
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Sources
- World Bank: health expenditure per capita
- CDC Travelers' Health: Ghana
- Ghana Tourism Authority
- Ghana Airports Company (Kotoka)
- Ghana Health Service
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