Visit World - Ukrainian Citizens Traveling to Uganda: Entry Rules, Visa Requirements & Regulations

Visitors to Uganda must apply for an electronic visa to enter Uganda, unless they come from one of the visa-exempt countries. All visitors must have a passport valid for 6 months.

Visa-free regime

Citizens of the following 35 countries and territories can visit Uganda without a visa for up to 3 months (unless otherwise specified):

Angola, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Botswana, Burundi, Comoros, Cyprus, Eritrea, Eswatini, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Grenada, Ireland, Jamaica, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, Rwanda, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Solomon Islands, South Sudan (6 months), Tanzania, Tonga, Vanuatu, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Holders of diplomatic or service passports issued to citizens of India, Italy, Namibia, and South Africa don’t need a 3-month visa.

eVisa

Uganda started issuing electronic visas (E-Visa) on July 1, 2016. An electronic visa to Uganda (e-Visa) can be obtained by filling out the application form online.

It is issued as a single-entry visa that allows you to stay in the country for 90 days.

Passengers who have received an electronic visa must travel with a printed e-visa confirmation.

An approved Ugandan e-visa allows its holder to visit Uganda for tourism, medical treatment, family visits, participation in conferences, or transit to their destination.

To visit the country for a different purpose, all travelers will need to apply for a visa at the nearest diplomatic government office in Uganda.

Uganda Tourist Visa (E-visa)

A Ugandan tourist visa is issued to applicants who intend to visit Uganda for tourism and sightseeing purposes.

Required documents for obtaining a Uganda Tourist Visa (E-visa):

1. Application form - a correctly completed application form

2. Photos

- One photo with the size of the passport on a white background

3. Passport and a copy of the main page

- The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure.

4. A copy of your national identity card and residence permit/visa (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

5. Confirmation of financial capabilities (bank statement, credit card statement)

6. Travel itinerary

- Copy of the round-trip ticket booking.

- Copy of the hotel reservation.

7. Accompanying documents Multiple Entry Visas:

For a 6-month multiple-entry visa:

- Cover letter explaining the need for a multiple-entry visa

- Proof of entry/exit from Uganda within the last 1 year

- Certificate of non-criminal record

It must be from Interpol or the country of origin

For multiple-entry visas for 12-24 months:

- Cover letter explaining the need for a multiple-entry visa

- Proof of entry/exit from Uganda within the last 1 year

- Certificate of non-criminal record (must be from Interpol or the country of origin)

8. Certificate of non-criminal record (if necessary)

9. Confirmation of your current professional status

For example, an employment contract, a certificate from the place of work, an extract from the commercial register and the Register of enterprises, a certificate of school attendance, or a certificate of pension.

10. Yellow fever vaccination certificate

Time of registration of Uganda Tourist Visa (E-visa)

The average time to apply for a tourist (electronic) visa to Uganda is 3-5 business days for a single-entry visa, 15-20 business days for a multiple-entry visa.

Uganda East Africa Tourist Visa (E-visa)

You can carry out your tourist activities in Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya by obtaining a multiple-entry visa. This visa allows you to travel between Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda at the same time. A tourist visa to Uganda in East Africa does not allow entry to countries other than those mentioned above.

Required documents for Uganda East Africa Tourist Visa (E-visa):

1. Application form - a correctly completed application form

2. Photos

- One photo with the size of the passport on a white background

3. Passport and a copy of the main page

- The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure.

4. A copy of your national identity card and residence permit/visa (if your country of residence and citizenship differ).

5. Confirmation of financial capabilities (bank statement, credit card statement)

6. Travel itinerary

- Copy of the round-trip ticket booking.

- Copy of the hotel reservation.

7. Written note addressed to the embassy

You must specify the trip schedule in it.

8. Accompanying documents Multiple Entry Visas

For a 6-month multiple-entry visa:

- Cover letter explaining the need for a multiple-entry visa

- Proof of entry/exit from Uganda within the last 1 year

- Certificate of non-criminal record

It must be from Interpol or the country of origin

For multiple-entry visas for 12-24 months:

- Cover letter explaining the need for a multiple-entry visa

- Proof of entry/exit from Uganda within the last 1 year

- Certificate of non-criminal record (must be from Interpol or the country of origin)

9. Certificate of non-criminal record (if necessary)

10. Confirmation of your current professional status

For example, an employment contract, a certificate from the place of work, an extract from the commercial register and the Register of enterprises, a certificate of school attendance, or a certificate of pension.

11. Yellow fever vaccination certificate

Processing time Uganda East Africa Tourist Visa (E-visa)

The average time to apply for a tourist (electronic) visa to Uganda in East Africa is 3-5 business days for a single-entry visa, 15-20 business days for a multiple-entry visa. This depends on the country you are applying for a visa to.

Where can I Apply?

You can apply for a visa on the website of the Office of citizenship and immigration control under the Ministry of internal affairs of Uganda at the link https://visas.immigration.go.ug/#/apply.

Refusal of entry

Somali citizens who don’t have a biometric passport are denied entry and transit, even if they don’t get off the plane and are traveling on the same flight.

Uganda Transit Visa (E-visa)

This visa applies to foreigners who wish to enter Uganda in transit for further destination outside the country. The transit visa to Uganda is valid for 2 days.

Required documents for Uganda Transit Visa (E-visa):

1. Application form - a correctly completed application form

2. Photos

One photo with the size of the passport on a white background

3. Passport and a copy of the main page

The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure

4. A copy of your national identity card and residence permit/visa (if your country of residence and citizenship are different)

5. Confirmation of financial capabilities (bank statement, credit card statement)

6. Travel itinerary

- A copy of the subsequent ticket booking

- Copy of the hotel reservation (if available)

7. Confirmation of the session purpose

- Visa to the destination country (if any)

- If the applicant does not need a visa for the destination country: documents confirming the purpose of the visit, hotel booking, invitation letter.

8. Certificate of non-criminal record (if necessary)

9. Confirmation of your current professional status

For example, an employment contract, a certificate from the place of work, an extract from the commercial register and the Register of enterprises, a certificate of school attendance, or a certificate of pension.

10. Yellow fever vaccination certificate

Time of registration of Uganda Transit Visa (E-visa)

The average time to apply for a transit (electronic) visa to Uganda is 3-5 business days for a single-entry visa, 15-20 business days for a multiple-entry visa.

Where can I Apply?

You can apply for a visa on the website of the Office of citizenship and immigration control under the Ministry of internal affairs of Uganda at the link https://visas.immigration.go.ug/#/apply.

Refusal of entry

Somali citizens who don’t have a biometric passport are denied entry and transit, even if they don’t get off the plane and are traveling on the same flight.

Required documents to enter Uganda with pets:

1. Travel permit

An official travel permit must be obtained from the Veterinary Authority of the country of origin.

2. Certificates

A health certificate confirming that the animal isn’t sick. The certificate must be issued by a licensed veterinarian and duly signed and stamped.

A certificate or letter from local veterinary authorities indicating that the pet's country of origin is rabies-free.

3. Vaccinations

Dogs need vaccinations against plague, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parvovirus and rabies. Vaccinations should be given at least 30 days before arrival at any point of entry in Uganda.

Cats need vaccinations against feline antritis and rabies. Vaccinations should be given at least 30 days before arrival at any point of entry in Uganda.

4. Transportation

Dogs and cats should not come into contact with other animals during transportation. To ensure isolation, each animal should be placed in a separate box.

Import and export of local currency (UGX - Ugandan Shilling) is prohibited. Import of foreign currency is not restricted if the currency is declared on arrival. The export of foreign currency mustn’t exceed the amount declared on arrival. Duty – free import of 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 100 cigarillos, or 500 g of tobacco, food, and household items is allowed-within the limits of personal needs. There is no information about age restrictions.

Import of small arms, drugs, and pornography is prohibited.

Export of ivory and products made from it, rhino horn, wild animal skins, gold and diamonds is prohibited. It is allowed to export jewelry made of gold and silver in the presence of documents confirming the legality of their purchase, as well as stamps, coins and food products – within the limits of personal needs.

The holder of a valid driver's license issued by his country of residence has the right to drive in Uganda for three months if the driver's license is in English. After this period, each driver will need to obtain a driver's license in Uganda. If the driver's license isn’t in English, the driver must have a notarized translation of the driver's license. Alternatively, any driver can obtain an international driver's license before traveling to Uganda.

The minimum age for driving is 18 years.

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is prohibited. The permitted blood alcohol level is 0.08%.

The speed limit on highways is 100 km/h (62 mph), outside of populated areas – 80 km/h (50 mph) and 50 km/h (31 mph) in cities.

Car rental

To rent a car, the driver must be at least 23 years old and have a valid driver's license for at least 2 years and a notarized translation of the driver's license into English or IDP.

Emergency service - 999/112

Police-Central Department - +256414233814 / +256414250613;

Kampala Police - +256800122291

Fast – +256782556878 / +256(41)4250745

Fire brigade - 0421222 / 0714667752

You can find Ugandan Embassies in different countries at the following link: https://www.embassy-worldwide.com/country/uganda/

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