How to get a Uganda visa at the embassy?

When planning a trip to Uganda for tourism, business, or study, getting a visa at the embassy is a crucial step. Consider the following factors when applying for a visa at the embassy:

1. Identify Your Visit Purpose:

• Describe why you’re going to Uganda – tourism, business, study, or another reason. Each type of visit has specific visa requirements.

2. Check Embassy’s Rules:

• Visit the official website of the Ugandan embassy or consulate where you’ll apply.
• Look up the requirements, like documents, fees, and extra conditions.

3. Fill Out the Form:

• Complete it with accurate information matching your supporting documents.

4. Gather Necessary Documents:

• Collect all required documents, including passport copies, photos, travel plans, and any extra paperwork the embassy asks for.

5. Schedule an Appointment:

• Check if the embassy requires appointments. If so, pick a suitable time for your visit.

6. Attend Your Appointment:

• Show up at the embassy on the appointed day.
• Hand in your application form and all documents to the consular officer.

7. Pay Visa Fees:

• Pay the visa fees using the methods specified by the embassy.
• Keep the payment receipt for your records.

8. Be Patient for Processing:

• Let the embassy take the necessary time to process your application (usually several weeks).
• Your passport may stay with them during this period.

9. Collect Your Passport and Visa:

• Once your visa is approved, return to the embassy to collect your passport.
• Check for the stamped visa, and follow any additional instructions from the embassy.

An alternative to the traditional embassy visa process is an E-Visa, also known as an electronic visa. This type of visa can be acquired online without visiting an embassy or consulate. It is a more convenient and efficient process for travelers, as they can apply for and receive their visas from home as long as they have internet access.

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We offer a Uganda Tourist EVisa for eligible nationalities. Our efficient processing ensures that you will receive your Uganda visa in your mailbox within three business days.

• 90 days duration
• Single entry
• $116.63 fee (including Government fee)

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Necessary Documents for Embassy Application

Required Documents for Different Purposes in Uganda:((Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control of Uganda. Ministry of Internal Affairs. Uganda Tourist Visa. DCIC immigration.go.ug. Retrieved March 7, 2024. <https://immigration.go.ug/services/tourist-visa>))

Tourism:

• Passport copy (bio-data page) with at least six months validity
• Tour Plan
• Travel itinerary/booking
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• Vaccination Certificate (Yellow Fever)
• Hotel booking or reservation (if any other accommodation, provide an address)

Business (Meetings, Conferences):

• Passport copy (bio-data page) with at least six months validity
• Letter of invitation with a clear address and a statement of business in Uganda
• Recent Passport-size Photograph taken in the last six months
• Vaccination Certificate (Yellow Fever)
• The immigration status of the host of the individual

Studies:

• Passport copy (bio-data page) with at least six months validity
• Letter of invitation from the school
• Recent passport-size photograph
• Admission letter from the school
• Vaccination Certificate (Yellow Fever)
• Status of Host in Uganda

Family Visit:

• Passport copy (bio-data page) with at least six months validity
• Letter of invitation
• Immigration host
• Recent Passport-size Photograph
• Vaccination Certificate (Yellow Fever)
• Hotel booking or reservation (if any other accommodation, provide an address)
• Status of Host in Uganda

Scheduling appointments

To schedule an appointment at an embassy for a visa, you can follow these steps: 

1. Visit the embassy website where you want to apply for your visa. 

2. Look for the section on visa applications and appointment scheduling. 

3. Create an account and provide the required information. 

4. Choose a date and time for your appointment. 

5. If required, Pay the visa application fee through the online payment system. 

6. Print out the appointment confirmation and bring it with you on the day of your appointment.

List of Nearest Embassy

Here are the contact details for the Embassies of the Republic of Uganda:

London

• Uganda High Commission
• Address: 58 – 59 Trafalgar Square, St. James’s, London WC2N 5DX
• Tel: +120 7839 5783
• E-mail: rjkabachope@ugandahighcommission.co.uk

Canada

• Uganda High Commission
• Address: Gloria Batera Immigration Attaché 350 Sparks Street- Unit 1210 Ottawa ON K1R7S8
• Tel: +209-613-789-7797

Belgium

• Address: Avenue de Tervuren 317, 1150 Brussels, Brussels, Belgium
• Tel: +32 472 89 24 05

South Africa

• Embassy of the Republic of Uganda
• Address: 882 Stanza Bopape Street, Arcadia, 0083, Pretoria – South Africa
• Postal Address: PO Box 12442, Hatfield, 0028, Pretoria – South Africa

Denmark

• Embassy of the Republic of Uganda
• Address: Sofievej 15,2900 Hellerup, Copenhagen, Denmark
• Tel: +45 39620966
• E-mail: info@ugandaembassy.dk

Washington

• Embassy of the Republic of Uganda
• Address: 5911 16th Street NW, Washington, DC 20011
• Tel: +1-(202) 726-7100
• Fax: +1-(202) 726-1727
• E-mail: info@ugandaembassyus.org, washington@mofa.go.ug, ambauganda@aol.com

Berlin – Germany

• Embassy of the Republic of Uganda
• Address: Axel-Springer-Strasse 54a, 10117 Berlin
• Tel: +49 (0) 30 – 20 60 990
• Fax: +49 (0) 30 – 24 04 75 57
• Official E-mail: office@ugandaembassyberlin.de
• Consular E-mail: consular@ugandaembassyberlin.de

Beijing – China

• No. 5, Sanlitun Dong Jie, Chaoyang District Beijing, China
• Postcode: 100600
• Tel: +86 10 6532 1708
• Official E-mail: consular@ugandaembassybj.org

Guangzhou – China

• Consulate General of the Republic of Uganda
• Address: Unit 2812,NO 28 Hua Xia Lu Tianhe District, Guangzhou – Peoples Republic of China
• Tel: +8613380063487
• Fax: 020-38686561
• Official E-mail: info@ugandaconsgz.com

Types of Uganda visa

Tourist EVisa:

• This is for tourism, sightseeing, visiting friends or family, or short-term medical treatment.
• Choose from single entry (up to 3 months) or multiple entry (6, 12, or 24 months).
• Apply for a Uganda Tourist Visa online.

The following nationalities DO NOT NEED to visit the embassy for a visa. If your nationality is NOT mentioned below, you must visit the nearest embassy.

East African Tourist Visa:

• Multi-entry visa for visits to Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda.
• Convenient for those traveling across all three countries.
• Apply online for the East African Tourist Visa.

Business Visa:

• Needed for business-related visits, like meetings, conferences, or contract negotiations.
• Options include single-entry or multiple-entry Business Visas.

Study Visa:

• Essential for foreign students enrolled in full-time courses at Ugandan educational institutions.

Family Reunion Visa:

• Issued to foreigners visiting Uganda for family-related purposes or reunions.

Diplomatic and Official Visa:

• Specifically designed for diplomats, government officials, and individuals on official business in Uganda.

Transit Visa:

• Required for individuals passing through Uganda to another country without leaving the airport.

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