Uganda Visa for Chinese Citizens
Chinese citizens need an e-Visa to visit Uganda. The single-entry tourist e-Visa costs $50, is valid for 90 days, and is applied for online at visas.immigration.go.ug. Uganda's e-Visa system is open to Chinese nationals. Apply at least one week before travel. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers entering Uganda.
Visa At a Glance
- Visa Type
- e-Visa
- Best Option
- Single-entry e-Visa ($50)
- Cost
- $50
- Processing
- 3-5 days
- Validity
- 90 days
- Entries
- Single
E-Visa Application
RecommendedCost
$50
Processing
3-5 business days
Stay Permitted
90 days
Entries
Single
How to Apply for E-Visa
Go to visas.immigration.go.ug and create an account
Select 'Ordinary/Tourist Visa' ($50)
Fill in the application form
Upload passport-size photo, passport bio page scan, and yellow fever certificate
Upload return/onward flight ticket and proof of accommodation
Pay $50 via credit card (Visa or Mastercard)
Wait 3-5 business days for approval
Print the e-Visa approval letter
Requirements
E-Visa Documents
- Valid Chinese passport (6+ months validity beyond entry, 2 blank pages)
- Passport-size photo (digital, white background)
- Scanned passport bio page
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)
- Return or onward flight ticket
- Proof of accommodation
- Proof of sufficient funds
At Immigration
What to Present
- •Valid Chinese passport (6+ months validity, 2 blank pages)
- •Printed e-Visa approval letter
- •Yellow fever vaccination certificate (mandatory)
- •Return or onward flight ticket
- •Proof of accommodation
- •Proof of sufficient funds
Tips
- •Print your e-Visa approval letter
- •Yellow fever certificate is always checked at immigration
- •Have your accommodation details ready
Typical processing time: 10-20 minutes
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Forgetting the yellow fever certificate (mandatory for entry)
- Not printing the e-Visa approval letter
- Passport with fewer than 6 months validity
- Not carrying proof of sufficient funds
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Chinese citizens need a visa for Uganda?
Yes. Chinese citizens need an e-Visa ($50) applied for online at visas.immigration.go.ug.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccine?
Yes. Mandatory for ALL travelers. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before arrival.
Can Chinese citizens get the East Africa Tourist Visa?
Yes. The East Africa Tourist Visa ($100) covering Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda is available to Chinese citizens.