Uganda Visa for Swiss Citizens
Swiss citizens need an e-Visa to visit Uganda. The single-entry tourist e-Visa costs $50 and is valid for 90 days. Apply online at visas.immigration.go.ug before your trip. If you plan to combine Uganda with Kenya and Rwanda, the East Africa Tourist Visa ($100) is excellent value, covering all three countries with multiple entries. Uganda is best known for gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Queen Elizabeth National Park's tree-climbing lions. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers.
Visa At a Glance
- Visa Type
- e-Visa
- Best Option
- Single-entry e-Visa ($50) or East Africa Tourist Visa ($100)
- 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) or 'East Africa Tourist Visa' ($100)
Fill in the application form with travel details
Upload a passport-size photo (JPEG, white background)
Upload passport bio page scan
Upload yellow fever vaccination certificate
Upload return/onward flight ticket
Upload hotel booking or invitation letter
Pay $50 (or $100 for East Africa visa) via credit card
Wait 3-5 business days for approval
Print the e-Visa approval letter to show at immigration
Requirements
E-Visa Documents
- Valid Swiss 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 (may be requested)
At Immigration
What to Present
- •Valid Swiss 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
Tips
- •Print your e-Visa approval letter
- •Have your yellow fever certificate easily accessible
- •Know your first accommodation name and address
Typical processing time: 10-20 minutes
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Forgetting the yellow fever certificate (you WILL be denied entry)
- Not printing the e-Visa approval letter
- Passport with fewer than 6 months validity
- Not having a return or onward ticket
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Swiss citizens need a visa for Uganda?
Yes. Swiss citizens need an e-Visa ($50) applied for online at visas.immigration.go.ug.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccine for Uganda?
Yes. Uganda requires yellow fever vaccination from ALL travelers regardless of origin. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before arrival.
How long can Swiss citizens stay in Uganda?
Up to 90 days on a single-entry e-Visa. Extensions are possible through immigration in Kampala.
What is the East Africa Tourist Visa?
A $100 visa covering Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda for 90 days with multiple entries between the three countries.
Visa Requirements for Swiss Citizens in Other Countries
Planning a multi-country trip? Check the requirements for your other destinations.