2025 Sankofa Pilgrimage

Applicant Information

August 7-22, 2025

Join us for 2-weeks in Ghana, West Africa!

Applications close and non-refundable deposits are due on December 31, 2024.

Learn about and experience the history and culture that continues to shape Ghana over the years.

There are two options available, each offering a unique opportunity to explore the rich and vibrant culture and heritage of Ghana and Togo. One option includes the Ashanti Region (Kumasi) cultural experience, while the other is mission-oriented and involves travel to Bolgatanga in the Northern Region of Ghana. Please indicate your preference in the appropriate section.

Trip Costs (Subject to final airfare costs)
Single Occupancy $4,700

Double Occupancy $4,000 (two people per room, please note twin beds are limited in some Ghana hotels)

Payment information is located at the end of the survey for your convenience.

Package Includes
- Roundtrip airfare from U.S. departure point to Ghana
*Transportation to U.S. departure point will be coordinated at a later date at an additional cost.

- Hotel Accommodation

- Daily breakfast and lunch (except for free days)

- Welcome and Farewell Dinners
- Guided tour service with experienced drivers on an air-conditioned motor coach

- Entrance and Site Fees

Required for Entry
- Passport valid for up to six months after return (April 2024)
- Proof of COVID Vaccination or if unvaccinated must have proof of a negative COVID test within 48 hours from departure.
- Proof of Yellow Fever Vaccination
- Ghanaian Visa (The Visa will be processed through the Mission Office. Check, cash, or money order are acceptable forms of payment.)

Additional Visa Information

- Single Entry $60+ shipping/ret. postage USPS or FED-EX- currently $29.95)

- Multiple Entry 5-year Visa $100 plus shipping/ret. postage USPS or FED-EX- currently $29.95)

*Please Note: Visa is non-transferable. If requesting multiple entry, make sure your passport is valid through 2030 at least.

PAGE 1: PERSONAL INFORMATION:

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* 1. Please provide your contact information:

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Address

City/Town

State/Province

ZIP/Postal Code

Country

Email Address

Phone Number +1 (000-000-0000)

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* 2. Occupation

Student

Retired

Employed (please specify profession)

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* 3. Do you have a valid passport? (Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date of your trip.)

Yes

PLEASE NOTE: You do not need a passport to apply for the immersion experience. However, you will need one before departure. (Make sure to plan accordingly, since routine passport processing times can take from 8-to 11 weeks.) Visit Travel.State.Gov to apply for a passport (copy and paste into a separate tab so you do not lose your place in the survey). https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html

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* 4. If you already have a valid passport, please enter the following information:

Full name exactly as it appears on your passport:

Passport Number:

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* 5. What is your date of birth? (Please use format MM/DD/YYYY)

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* 6. Emergency Contact Person(s):
(at least one person's name and phone or e-mail address is required)

Contact Person #1 Name:

Contact Person #1 Telephone Number +1 (000-000-0000):

Contact Person #1 E-mail Address:

(optional) Contact Person #2 Name:

(optional) Contact Person #2 Telephone Number +1 (000-000-0000):

(optional) Contact Person #2 E-mail Address:

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* 7. Do you have any health or dietary restrictions?

Vegan

Vegetarian

Dairy Free

Gluten Free

Nut-Free

Other (please specify)

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* 8. Rooming Preference

Single Occupancy ($4,700 per person)

Double Occupancy ($4,000 per person)

Double Occupancy with a roommate in mind ($4,000 per person) Please provide roommate name.

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* 9. Have you traveled internationally before?

Yes (please specify)

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* 1. Please provide your contact information:

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* 2. Occupation

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* 3. Do you have a valid passport? (Passport must be valid for at least 6 months after the return date of your trip.)

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* 4. If you already have a valid passport, please enter the following information:

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* 5. What is your date of birth? (Please use format MM/DD/YYYY)

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* 6. Emergency Contact Person(s): (at least one person's name and phone or e-mail address is required)

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* 7. Do you have any health or dietary restrictions?

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* 8. Rooming Preference

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* 9. Have you traveled internationally before?

* 6. Emergency Contact Person(s):
(at least one person's name and phone or e-mail address is required)