Uganda Visa Requirements 2026
Visa requirements for Uganda: evisa (apply online) for up to 90 days, $50. Updated 30 May 2026. Plus passport rules, customs, and prohibited items.
Uganda visa at a glance
- Policy
- eVisa (apply online)
- Length of stay
- 90 days
- Cost
- $50
- Passport
- Valid 6+ months.
- Official source
- visas.immigration.go.ug
eVisa $50 for most Western. East Africa Tourist Visa option. Yellow fever certificate required.
E-visa (50 USD) required; East Africa Tourist Visa option.
Customs allowances
Yellow fever certificate required.
Prohibited items
Drones require permit. Drug laws strict. Anti-LGBTQ law – public affection serious risk. Photography of military/government.
Frequently asked questions about Uganda visas
Do I need a visa to visit Uganda?
eVisa (apply online) applies for Uganda: eVisa $50 for most Western. East Africa Tourist Visa option. Yellow fever certificate required.
How much does a Uganda visa cost?
The Uganda visa costs $50. This is the published fee on the official application channel (visas.immigration.go.ug/). Third-party visa agents charge extra; apply directly via the official site to avoid markup.
How long can I stay in Uganda?
The standard evisa (apply online) allows 90 days per entry. Most policies are extendable in-country at an immigration office for an additional fee — check the official source for current extension rules. Visa runs (leaving and re-entering to reset the clock) are increasingly scrutinised; do not rely on them.
What passport validity does Uganda require?
Valid 6+ months.
Where do I apply for a Uganda visa?
Apply directly at the official government source: https://visas.immigration.go.ug/. Many third-party sites charge inflated fees for the same form. Always check the URL ends in a government domain (.gov, .gov.<country>, or the country's official immigration domain) before paying.