e-Visa

If you're planning a trip to Uganda, the first essential step is to make sure you have the right travel documents to enter the country. 

Here's a complete guide to the process of applying for an electronic tourist visa for Uganda, as well as information on the requirements for entering the country for tourism purposes.

Read on to find out how to obtain this travel document online via a fast, hassle-free and fully digital application form with eVisa.

What is the Uganda e-Visa?

The Uganda e-Visa is the digital version of the traditional Ugandan visa. It is officially recognized as a document for entering and traveling in Uganda for tourism purposes.

For travelers to Uganda for tourism purposes, the majority of foreign citizens are required to submit a tourist visa application online via the e-Visa system. This process enables a single-entry e-visa to be obtained.

For those wishing a multiple-entry visa for Uganda, it should be noted that this option is generally not available. However, a convenient alternative is the online East Africa visa. This visa allows you to visit Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda with a single document, avoiding the need to obtain separate visas for each country. You can also apply for an East Africa visa via our platform.

What activities are permitted and prohibited with the Uganda Tourist e-Visa?

With this e-visa, you are authorized to travel to Uganda for tourism, business, family visits, medical treatment or study for a limited period of time. However, it is important to note that you are not authorized to work or receive remuneration during the period of your trip.

Who can apply for an electronic tourist visa for Uganda?

You can check your eligibility for the Uganda electronic tourist visa by entering your nationality in our visa verification tool.

If you are eligible for this travel document, our team will guide you through the requirements specific to your nationality, simplify the visa application process and help you feel confident that your visa application will be successful in obtaining your travel document.

What documents do I need to obtain a Ugandan e-visa online?

To apply for a tourist visa for Uganda, you'll need to provide personal information, travel details and your state of health. In addition, you'll need to submit other supporting documents, including proof of accommodation and a travel itinerary. Remember that the applicant's passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Uganda, and must have at least one blank page.

The requirements for obtaining an electronic visa for Uganda include :

1. Photo of applicant
3. Scanned passport details (passport number clearly visible)
4. Last page of passport (if applicable)
5. Yellow fever vaccination certificate
6. Letter of invitation (if applicable)
7. Immigration status of host (for family visits, if applicable)
8. Return air ticket (if applicable)
9. Proof of visit (for medical visits, if applicable)
10. Cover letter detailing purpose of visit (if applicable)

What is the cost and duration of the online visa application procedure for Uganda?

The cost of an e-visa for Uganda is currently 51.50 USD. In addition, when processing your Ugandan visa application using iVisa.com, a service fee of 75.99 USD is applicable for standard processing. For express and urgent processing options, the service fees are 124.99 USD and 194.99 USD respectively. Here are the total times and costs for each option:

Standard processing: 8 days - 127.49 USD

Fast processing: 6 days - 176.49 USD

Urgent processing: 4 days - 246.49 USD

Does approval of my application guarantee my admission to Uganda?

Approval of your e-visa application for Uganda does not automatically guarantee your admission to the country. Final approval is granted at the point of entry designated by the Ugandan Immigration Service for e-visas. If you prefer not to apply online, you can obtain approval at the local Ugandan embassy or consular office. It is imperative to present a valid visa approval letter or one of the available single-entry or multiple-entry e-visas to enter Uganda. No other travel documents will be accepted.

Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you present a printed version of your e-visa on arrival in Uganda. The e-tourist visa is linked electronically to your passport, but the barcode on the e-visa can be used to access your application at the point of entry, if required.

Some important instructions to remember:

- The Ugandan tourist visa is valid for 90 days after issue.

- The maximum stay is 45 days in total, and the visa is valid for a single entry.

- You must be outside the Republic of Uganda at the time of application.

- You must not hold another valid electronic visa for Uganda at the time of application.

- Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months when you enter Uganda.

- This visa cannot be converted to a work visa once in Uganda.

- It is advisable to print out this travel authorization and take it with you when you enter Uganda, as this can facilitate the entry process.

- You must enter Uganda with the same passport you used to apply for your Uganda visa online.

What else should you consider before travelling to Uganda?

Local currency, payments and ATMs:

It is strongly recommended that you bring cash with you on your trip to Uganda, as Ugandan society operates mainly on cash. Although credit cards are increasingly accepted, they are not universally accepted and may present risks of fraud or theft. You can pay in dollars (especially in hotels or on safari) or in the local currency, the Ugandan shilling. Note that the use of dollar bills dating from 2010 or later is recommended due to counterfeiting, and higher-value bills generally offer a better exchange rate at bureaux de change. Although ATMs are available in Kampala, it is advisable to use them during bank opening hours to avoid security problems. Outside the major cities, Ugandan shillings are preferable, with better exchange rates in Entebbe and Kampala.

Weather and recommended periods for tourism:

As Uganda is a tropical country, the best time to travel is during the dry season, generally between December and February, as well as between June and August, thus avoiding the rainy season caused by the monsoon. Popular tourist activities include safaris to observe gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Places such as Bwindi National Park and Kibale Forest offer unique animal-watching experiences. Jinja, a town on the shores of Lake Victoria, is also a popular destination for adventure activities such as rafting, kayaking, bungee jumping and bird watching.

If you have any questions about your Uganda eVisa or the status of your application, our customer support team is available 24/7.

Documents required for application :

1. Photo of applicant
2. Passport page
3. Last page of passport (if applicable)
4. Yellow fever vaccination certificate
5. Letter of invitation (if applicable)
6. Personal invitation letter (if applicable)
7. Copy of host's visa (if applicable)
8. Return ticket (if applicable)
9. Letter of justification (if applicable)
10. Letter of motivation (if applicable)

Important instructions:

- The Uganda e-Visa is the digital version of the Ugandan visa and serves as a travel document for entering Uganda.

- The Uganda e-Visa is valid for 90 days after issuance.

- This e-Visa allows short-term tourist or business activities, family visits, medical treatment or study.

- This is a single-entry visa for a maximum stay of 45 days in Uganda.

- The stay can be extended up to 60 days with this e-visa.

- The applicant must be outside the Republic of Uganda at the time of application.

- The applicant must not hold another valid Ugandan visa.

- Traveling children must apply for a separate visa.

- The applicant's passport must be valid for at least 6 months upon entry into Uganda.

- This visa cannot be converted to a work visa in Uganda.

- The e-visa does not allow transit through Uganda; a transit visa is required.

- The e-visa must be presented at the point of entry.

- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.

- The applicant must enter Uganda on the same passport used for the e-visa application.