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GTA denies collecting money for US, Canada visas ahead of 2026 World Cup

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GTA denies collecting money for US, Canada visas ahead of 2026 World Cup

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has denied collecting money from applicants in exchange for visas or visa opportunities linked to Ghana’s tourism promotion activities during the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

It also denied collecting money for visa opportunities, stating: “The Ghana Tourism Authority unequivocally denies collecting money from any applicant in return for visas or visa opportunities.

The GTA said it engaged the United States Embassy and the Canadian High Commission to seek guidance on visa requirements for participants but had no authority to issue visas or influence application outcomes.

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