The easier way of getting a visa to Uganda is purchasing it at the entry point, Entebbe Airport or any border station. This is very possible for tourists.

Types of Visas

1. Tourist Visa (Single Entry)

   • Valid for 90 days.

   • Costs USD 50-100 depending on application method.

2. East African Tourist Visa

   • Valid for 90 days with multiple entries in Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda.

3. Transit Visa

   • Valid for 7 days for travelers passing through Uganda.

4. Multiple Entry Visa

   • For business or frequent visitors with 6, 12, or 24 months validity.

5. Diplomatic/Official Visa

   • For diplomats and government officials, usually free of charge.

How to Get a Visa

• Visa on Arrival:

  • Available at Entebbe Airport and border stations.

  • Pay USD 50, fill application form with passport details.

  • Usually valid for 90 days.

• Online eVisa Application:

  • Citizens of USA, UK, South Africa, Russia, Japan, Italy, India, Germany, France, Denmark, China, Canada, Belgium can apply online.

  • Apply on the official Ugandan immigration portal.

  • Upload a recent passport photo and passport copy.

  • Attach your Yellow Fever vaccination certificate.

  • Provide accommodation details and travel itinerary.

  • Pay visa fee securely online (non-refundable).

  • After approval, print eVisa and present at arrival.

Visa Application Process (Step-by-Step)

1. Visit the official Uganda eVisa portal: https://visas.immigration.go.ug/

2. Select the visa type required.

3. Fill in the online application form with personal info, passport details, and travel plans.

4. Upload required documents:

   • Recent passport-size photo.

   • Clear passport bio-data page copy (passport valid for at least 6 months).

   • Yellow fever vaccination certificate.

   • Proof of accommodation and travel itinerary.

5. Pay application fee online (USD 50 for tourist visa).

6. Submit application and note your application ID for reference.

7. Await visa approval via email (usually takes a few days).

8. Upon approval, print the eVisa approval letter.

9. Present your passport, eVisa approval letter, and vaccination certificate on arrival.

10. You may be asked for a return/onward ticket and proof of funds/accommodation.

Important Entry Requirements

• Passport valid for at least 6 months after arrival.

• International Certificate of Vaccination against Yellow Fever (mandatory).

• Visa application must be completed before travel or visa purchased on arrival at entry points.

• Return or onward travel ticket may be requested.

• Visa-free entry for nationals of select African countries and some other nations (e.g., Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Singapore, Malta).