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UGANDA IS OPEN- Uganda re-opened for tourism in October 2020.

DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
The e-Visa is an official document permitting entry into and travel within Uganda. All travelers intending to come to Uganda for holiday, tourism, family visits or medical purposes are required to apply for and obtain a visa online.

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WHO CAN ENTER UGANDA WITH THIS DOCUMENT
Citizens of over 50 countries can enter Uganda with the e-Visa. Use the visa checker tool at the top of the page to ensure your nationality is eligible.

OBTAIN THE UGANDA E-VISA
You’ll need to provide personal, travel, and health information to get the e-Visa. In some cases, you may need to have proof of accommodation, an airline confirmation and return ticket, an invitation letter, and a travel itinerary. Get started on the application to view your nationality’s requirements.

Travelers entering Uganda must have proof of a negative result for COVID-19 PCR test issued no more than 72 hours prior to departure.

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DISPLAY THE FORM
Applicants will receive their visas via email after filling out the application form with the necessary information and making the payment. You must display the e-Visa along with your negative test results to officials at the departure airport and on arrival.

Visit the FAQs below to view quarantine rules for Uganda.

ABOUT COVID-19 SELF-TESTING
Don't waste vacation time searching for a COVID-19 test center. Even if you don't need to take a test to enter Uganda, you will need a negative COVID-19 test result to enter the US. Simplify testing by ordering the eMed self-testing COVID-19 kit online. Pack the test in your suitcase and self-test no more than 3 days prior to your flight back to the US. Check the FAQs to learn more about our trusted testing partner.

Required Documents to Apply

  • Applicant Photo

  • Passport Personal Details Scan

  • Last Page of Passport (if applicable)

  • Yellow Fever Vaccination

  • Invitation Letter (if applicable)

  • Immigration status of the host (Purpose of travel: Family Visit) (if applicable)

  • Return Ticket (if applicable)

  • Supporting document for the purpose of visit (Medical) (if applicable)

  • Cover letter detailing the purpose of visit (if applicable)
Important Instructions

  • US RESIDENTS ONLY: To return to the US you’ll need to take a COVID-19 test the day before your entry date. Don’t waste time looking for a test lab in Uganda. Simplify travel with the purchase of an eMed test kit. Order yours now and pack it in your luggage. Then follow the Certified Guide’s online instructions to take the mandatory test 24 hours before your journey back to the US.

  • The Uganda Tourist e-Visa is valid for 90 days after issued.

  • The length of stay is 45 days in Total, and it is valid for one Single Entry.

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

  • The applicant must not have any other current Uganda visa.

  • Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months upon entering Uganda.

  • This visa cannot be changed to a work visa while inside the Republic of Uganda.

  • You are required to print and carry this travel authorization with you, as you will be required to present it at the point of entry.

  • The applicant must arrive with the same passport with which they applied for the Tourist e-Visa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

No, you don't. As of today, COVID vaccination passports or certificates are not a mandatory to enter Uganda. Since information may change quickly, we advise you to follow up on the latest Uganda travel updates and/or contact your local embassy.
  • COVID test prior to arrival: PCR within 72 hours
  • COVID test on arrival: PCR test on arrival

The eMed self-test COVID-19 kit includes 6 rapid antigen tests that meet major US airline's entry requirements- perfect for travelers on round-trip journeys from the United States!

Order your test kit before your trip and it will be delivered to your home address for easy testing, anywhere, anytime. The Certified Guide will help you get results in 15 minutes on the NAVICA app. Get the eMed self-test COVID-19 kit for $150- that’s only $25 per test.

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  • Quarantine requirements: Isolation facility quarantine for travelers over 18 who test positive on arrival.
  • Quarantine exemption: Travelers under 18 who test positive on arrival can quarantine at home
The Tourist e-Visa is an authorization document that allows visitors to enter Uganda. Apply now.

The Uganda e-Visa costs USD 51.50. Additionally, there is a service fee of USD 35.00 for standard processing. For rush processing and super rush processing the service fee is USD 65.00 and USD 100.00, respectively.

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It depends on the  processing time you choose. We offer three options:

  • Standard Processing: 6 Business Days - USD 86.50.
  • Rush Processing: 4 Business Days - USD 116.50.
  • Super Rush Processing:2 Business Days - USD 151.50.

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The Tourist e-Visa is valid for 90 days after issued. It allows you a Single Entry up to 45 days in Total.

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The applicant’s passport should have at least 6 months validity from the time of entry into Uganda and at least one blank page.
Citizens of certain countries are eligible to apply for the Uganda Tourist e-Visa provided that they meet the required criteria. Scroll to the top of the page to determine the visa requirements for your country.
The final approval is done at the selected point of entry (in the case of a visa) or at the Immigration Office. Keep in mind that if you are outside of Uganda, it is mandatory to present a valid visa approval letter for entering in Uganda. Any other permit does not allow you to enter the country.
The Tourist e-Visa allows for a maximum stay of 45 days in Total in Uganda. Apply now.

Yellow Fever vaccine is required if traveling from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission.

More information in the following link:

https://www.who.int/ith/ITH_Annex_I.pdf

Though it is not mandatory, it is recommended. The e-Visa is electronically linked to your passport. However, the barcode on your e-Visa approval can be used to access your application at the point of entry, just in case.
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We require the following to submit your application:

  • Applicant Photo

  • Passport Personal Details Scan

  • Last Page of Passport (if applicable)

  • Yellow Fever Vaccination

  • Invitation Letter (if applicable)

  • Immigration status of the host (Purpose of travel: Family Visit) (if applicable)

  • Return Ticket (if applicable)

  • Supporting document for the purpose of visit (Medical) (if applicable)

  • Cover letter detailing the purpose of visit (if applicable)

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Uganda is a beautiful country in Eastern Africa, and it is often referred to as the pearl of Africa. As a western tourist, you may find some of the things there frustrating, but you need to remember why you chose Uganda as your destination. For one, most people go there for the safaris. They are excellent opportunities to see and sometimes interact with the wildlife, which is something that you do not get to do in any other country. Of course, African countries are filled with almost everything the animal kingdom has to offer, which is why we recommend extreme caution. Also, always listen to your guide. Whenever you travel to a destination you have never been, you need to do some reading about that particular location. That will ensure a successful and pleasant trip. Uganda does not have many rules for tourists. Nevertheless, there are a few things you need to be aware of before your departure. Below you will find some basic info about a trip to Uganda. The best time to visit Uganda is whenever you want. There is no ideal time unless you cannot stand the heat. This is an African country we are talking about, after all. You need to keep in mind that the temperatures can go very high. Uganda has only two seasons, but they are not as related to temperature as they are to the level of precipitations. There is the dry season when the weather can be scorching hot, but bearable. Then there is the wet season. Most people who travel to Uganda in the wet season do it mostly for research purposes, so that leaves you in the scorching hot. Even so, as long as you keep yourself hydrated at all times and wear protective clothing, you should be fine. Just do not forget your sunscreen. One of the most common reasons why people go to Uganda is the gorilla's safari. Yes, it sounds dreamy, and seeing gorillas in their natural habitat can be something that you will never forget. However, you need to be well-equipped for such a safari. You will go deep into nature, so do not forget your special clothing. Also, make sure that you pack a lot of sucks. The humidity can mess your feet like crazy. The most important thing to remember when you go on a gorilla safari is to always listen to your tour guide. It may sound a bit bad, but people actually die when they do not. Gorillas are peaceful animals, and they do not usually express violence. However, if they feel threatened, you are in big trouble. One huge male gorilla will come out of from nowhere and will turn you into a poster. Tour guides know how to behave, what and what not to do. Plus, they can deal with stressful situations just in case anything goes wrong. So, treat your tour guide as if he is your mother and you are a two-year-old. As long as you do that, you will enjoy a unique experience. Uganda is a cash-based society so it would be best if you brought cash on your trip. As you can imagine, big cities like Kampala and others have places where you can use your credit card, but that is far too little for an entire trip. ATMs exist in Uganda, but the withdrawal fee is about 5%. Instead of relying on your cards, you can bring US dollars and exchange them once you are in the country. It can save you the stress of running out of cash in inappropriate moments. If looking for even more adventure, you can go trekking in the Mountains of the Moon. The scenery is gorgeous, and you will see a lot of nature’s wonders. However, there is such thing as the best time to do that. It is better if you explore the Mountains of the Moon in the wet season. The recommended moment is May when the weather is not that hot. The effort you need to exert plus the heat can be an uncomfortable combination. You cannot climb if you faint once a few hours from the heat, can you? Leaving nature aside, you can also visit the urban areas as well. Kampala is a vibrant city with an exciting nightlife. You can have a lot of fun, drink, and maybe go dancing. Uganda is still developing this kind of tourism, so you should adjust your expectations. Even so, the people are welcoming, and you will not lack opportunities to have fun. Uganda is not known for its cuisine. Even so, not every country needs to impress you with the ability to cook. You can eat some local specialties, but do not expect too much. Also, you should never drink tap water since your stomach may get upset. Bottled water, however, is widely available. When you get to Uganda, it may be a bit difficult to communicate with the locals. Some know how to speak English, and all tourists seem a bit amused by the Uglish. It is not a real language, but more of English with a taste of Ugandan. You will be amused by it, but do not make fun of the people speaking it. The people of Uganda are really trying, and you should just appreciate the effort. Lastly, you should keep in mind that during the dry season, all Ugandan cities are dusty pretty much all the time. You may not enjoy that, which is why we recommend that you explore the urban areas during the wet season. You can leave the dry season for all the natural wonders around the cities. Not that there are many of them. Uganda may not be your first choice when it comes to an adventure, but it is a seriously underestimated destination. The fact that you can go on gorilla trekking is reason enough to put Uganda on your bucket list. And do not forget about all the other natural beauties in the African country.
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