Visas and Entry to Uganda

Most international visitors need a visa to enter Uganda, and getting this sorted before you travel avoids unnecessary stress at the border.Most visitors need a visa for Uganda, and requirements vary by nationality. Apply through the official Ugandan immigration portal, and check the current requirement for your passport well before you travel.

The East Africa Tourist Visa

A number of East African countries offer a joint tourist visa covering multiple countries in the region.If you are visiting more than one country in the region, check whether the East Africa Tourist Visa covers your itinerary — it can be better value than separate visas.Apply online through the official Ugandan immigration portal before you travel rather than relying on arrival processing.Uganda has required proof of yellow fever vaccination for entry; check the current requirement with an official source or a travel clinic before you travel.

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Check directly with Ugandan immigration authorities or your nearest Ugandan diplomatic mission before finalising travel plans, regardless of what this page eventually says.