Uganda Visa Requirements & Fees
Apply online before you travel - here's every visa type, fee, and what you'll need.
Only through the official portal
Apply at visas.immigration.go.ug. An immigration officer reviews your application and may request more information via the "Manage your applications" tool. Decisions arrive by email, with an approval letter attached if successful.
Approval doesn't guarantee entry - you'll still be checked by an immigration officer on arrival and must present a passport valid 6+ months.
Apply at visas.immigration.go.ugWhat each visa costs
| Visa Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Ordinary/Tourist (single entry) | $50 |
| East Africa Tourist Visa | $100 |
| Transit | $50 |
| Multiple Entry (6 months) | $100 |
| Multiple Entry (12 months) | $100 |
| Multiple Entry (24 months) | $200 |
| Diplomatic / Official | Free |
The East Africa Tourist Visa
For $100, this visa covers Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda in a single application - ideal if your itinerary crosses these borders, such as a Uganda safari paired with Kenya's parks or gorilla trekking in Rwanda.
Requires a travel itinerary, return ticket, yellow fever vaccination certificate, a recent passport photo and your passport's bio-data page.
What most safari visitors need
A copy of your passport's bio-data page, a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate, and a recent passport-size photograph.
Uganda visa - your questions answered
Which visa do I need for a Uganda safari?
The Ordinary/Tourist Visa ($50) for Uganda alone, or the East Africa Tourist Visa ($100) if you're also visiting Kenya or Rwanda on the same trip.
Do I need a Yellow Fever vaccination certificate?
Yes - it's required for the Ordinary Visa, the East Africa Tourist Visa, and Transit visas.
Is there an extra charge for paying online?
Yes - all online payments carry a 3% surcharge on top of the listed visa fee, since online payment is the only accepted method.
What documents do I need for a Multiple Entry visa?
Beyond the standard requirements, you'll need police clearance from Interpol or your home country, proof of entries/exits into Uganda over the past year, a cover letter explaining your reasons, and one or two recommendation letters from referees in Uganda (depending on the validity period).
Does an approved visa guarantee entry?
No - approval confirms eligibility, but an immigration officer makes the final decision at your point of entry.
How long must my passport be valid?
At least 6 months beyond your arrival date, for all visa types.