Retire in Ghana
Featured city: Cape Coast
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Ghana is one of West Africa's most stable democracies, with English as an official language and a famously welcoming culture. Cape Coast offers historic forts, beach living, and a very low cost of living with growing expat interest.
Stable, English-speaking, friendly culture
- Low Cost
- English-Speaking
- Warm Climate
- Easy Visa
- US State Department advises exercising increased caution — verify current advisory before travel.
- Healthcare quality can be uneven outside major urban centers — private international insurance is strongly recommended.
- Infrastructure (roads, internet, utilities) may vary by region — visit before committing to a long lease.
Retirement visa
Retirees can apply for an Indefinite Residence permit after several years of living in the country on renewable annual permits.
Cost of living
In Accra, a luxury apartment can cost $1,500, but local markets and transport are very inexpensive.
Numbeo cost indexHealthcare
Private hospitals in Accra provide good care; expats should carry international insurance for access to top-tier facilities.
Healthcare indexSafety
Ghana is known as one of Africa's most stable and safe countries, though petty street crime occurs.
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