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How do I apply for a visa to Uganda?

All persons intending to travel to Uganda for holiday, tourism, business, study, visit, and/or medical are required to apply and obtain a visa online. Applications should be filled at the following link: Click Here https://www.visas.immigration.go.ug/ in the following steps

Step-1: Choose the application type (Visa or Permit),

  • category (Ordinary, Multiple-Entry, Diplomatic and Official, Transit, East Africa Tourist Visa),
  • Subcategory for Ordinary/Diplomatic and Official/ Transit (Single entry)
  • Subcategory for Multiple Entry (6months, 12 Months or 24 months)
  • Subcategory for East Africa Tourist Visa is same

Step-2: Fill the electronic form

Step-3: Add documents (Copy of recent passport size photograph, Copy of passport bio-data page, Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, Recommendation letter, Police clearance, etc.)

 Step-4: Submit

Once the application is submitted it will be studied by an Immigration Officer. Please note that during the approval process additional information may be required. The new required information can be submitted electronically through https://www.visas.immigration.go.ug/#/check.

Upon submission, the applicant will receive a notification with an application number which he/she can use to track the application. The decision taken on the application will be sent electronically through the email provided by the applicant. If approved, an approval letter will be sent as an attachment to the email provided. This letter serves as a Travel authorization. Print it out and present it together with a valid passport /travel document of not less than 6 months' validity at the port of entry.