Welcome to the complete guide for Visas in Uganda, all the information, visa requirements, tourist visa, exempted countries, classes and entry permits.
It is not hard for you to get a visa since Uganda is increasing becoming a popular tourist destination. The visa processing is simple so as to encourage many visitors to this pearl of Africa.
The most easier way of getting a visa to Uganda is by purchasing it at the entry point, Entebbe Airport or any border station. This is very possible for tourists.All you need to do is pay USD 50, fill in the application form with passport dates and information. The visa fee of USD 50 usually runs for 90 days.
You can also get a visa by applying online if you a citizen of the following countries, USA, UK, South Africa, Russia, Japan, Italy, India, Germany, France, Denmark, China, Canada, and Belgium. All you need to do is to download the application from the embassy website of your country of origin. you will need to attach 2 passport photos.
A single entry visa will cost you US$50
Multiple entry 6 months US$200
Transit visa (good for 1 week) US$50
Visa requirements are subject to change.
It is therefore advisable to take advice from the relevant embassies before traveling.
Entry permit.
A Single journey entry to Uganda is given and on arrival, visitor pass is issued for purposes of having a holiday, travelling,or doing business in Uganda. Multiple entry visas can be granted for business purposes.
All tourists to Uganda are kindly requested to comply with the requirements below before they can get a visa to Uganda.
1. Every traveler must have a valid passport of nationality or origin issued by their Government.
2. Its safer to have the International Inoculation Certificate against yellow fever.
3. You may also be asked to show your return ticket. This is usually not asked.
Please note that individuals who are American or British citizens as well as almost all commonwealth nations and Europe do need a visa to get to Uganda.
If you a a national form the countries below, you do not need a visa.
African countries namely, Zambia, Tanzania, Swaziland, Seychelles, Rwanda, Madagascar, Mauritius, Malawi, Kenya, Eritrea, Comoros, Burundi and Angola.
Others include st. Vincent and the Grenadines Islands, Barbados, Bahamas, Antigua, Gambia, Jamaica, Lesotho, Malta, Singapore, Solomon Islands and Cyprus
Class A1: persons in Government services, UN organizations, OAU, COMESA, and other institutions approved by the Minister of Internal Affairs.
Class A :contracting companies of the above organizations
Class B-F: Investors in various disciplines.
Class G :Employees. Investors and employees are required by law to execute a security bond equivalent to the cost of a single economy class ticket to their country of origin.
No entry permit fee is charged for Class A! For all other classes, payments at published rates are made in foreign currency or its equivalent in local currency. Renewals are done at half the fee.
Resources,
Uganda high commission in Canada
Student visa in Uganda.
