Is there a visa on arrival?

No. Uganda requires most visitors to apply for the eVisa online before travelling, so arrange it in advance.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid for at least six months, a recent photo, a confirmed return or onward flight, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate.

How long does the eVisa take?

Uganda eVisas are usually approved within a few working days. Apply ahead of travel as there is no visa on arrival.

How long can I stay in Uganda?

The tourist eVisa allows a stay of up to 90 days and can be extended in-country.

Do I need a yellow fever certificate?

Yes. Proof of yellow fever vaccination is required for entry to Uganda, so carry your certificate with your travel documents.

Do you need an Uganda visa?

Planning a trip to Uganda? Most travellers can now skip the embassy queue and apply for the Uganda Tourist eVisa entirely online. VisitsVisa fills the government form for you, checks every document, and delivers your approved visa by email — usually within 4 days. Most international travellers need an Uganda Tourist eVisa before they arrive, and the fastest way to get one is to apply for your Uganda visa online rather than queuing at an embassy. Start with a quick eligibility check and we confirm the exact route and documents for your nationality and country of residence.

How do I apply for an Uganda visa online?

Applying for an Uganda Tourist eVisa with VisitsVisa takes minutes. Complete one simple online form, upload your passport and photo, and pay securely. Our visa experts review every detail against the latest Uganda immigration rules before your application is submitted, which is the single biggest thing you can do to avoid a rejection. Once approved, your Uganda eVisa is emailed to you — there is nothing to collect and no embassy visit — and you can track your Uganda visa application live from any device until it lands in your inbox.

How much does an Uganda visa cost?

An Uganda Tourist eVisa costs $70 through VisitsVisa. The $70 price is all-inclusive — the government fee and our service fee are already bundled in, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. Every traveller on the trip — including children and infants — needs their own Uganda visa, and you can add multiple applicants to a single order and pay together in one checkout.

How long does Uganda visa processing take?

Standard Uganda visa processing usually takes 4 days. If you are travelling soon, choose Express at checkout and we prioritise your application, with delivery typically within 24 hours. We recommend applying a few days before departure so your Uganda eVisa is confirmed well ahead of your flight.

How long is an Uganda visa valid and how long can I stay?

The Uganda Tourist eVisa permits a stay of Up to 90 days and is valid for 3 months from issue (single entry). Make sure your passport has at least six months of validity remaining from your date of arrival, as this is the most common reason Uganda applications are refused.

Uganda Visa Online — Price, Requirements & Apply | Tourist eVisa

Uganda Visa Information

Visa TypeTourist eVisa

Length of StayUp to 90 days

Validity3 months from issue

EntrySingle entry

MethodPaperless eVisa

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Documents Required

Only 2 Documents

Passport

Valid passport with at least 6 months validity from your arrival date.

Photograph

Recent passport-size photo with a white background.

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How Uganda eVisa Process Works

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Fill Form
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2
Make Payment
Pay securely online.

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Upload Document
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Submitted to Immigration
Sent to Uganda Immigration.

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Get Your Visa
Delivered to your email.

Check Your nationality Eligibility

Uganda issues its tourist eVisa online before travel, with no visa on arrival, so it is important to apply ahead. Many African neighbours and some international nationals are visa-exempt. A yellow fever certificate is required for entry.

Eligible nationalities

195 Countries

Frequently Asked Questions

Most nationalities need a tourist eVisa, applied for online before travel — Uganda does not issue visas on arrival. Many African neighbours and some international nationals are visa-exempt.

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