Uganda Visa for UK Citizens
UK citizens need an e-Visa to visit Uganda. The single-entry tourist e-Visa costs $50, is valid for 90 days, and can be applied for online at visas.immigration.go.ug. If you're combining Uganda with Kenya and/or Rwanda, the East Africa Tourist Visa ($100) covers all three countries with multiple entries for 90 days. 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) 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
Upload passport-size photo and passport bio page scan
Upload yellow fever vaccination certificate
Upload return/onward flight ticket and proof of accommodation
Pay $50 (or $100 for East Africa visa) via credit card
Wait 3-5 business days for approval
Print the e-Visa approval letter
Requirements
E-Visa Documents
- Valid UK 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
At Immigration
What to Present
- •Valid UK 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
- •Yellow fever certificate is 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Do UK citizens need a visa for Uganda?
Yes. UK citizens need an e-Visa ($50) applied for online at visas.immigration.go.ug. The East Africa Tourist Visa ($100) covers Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda.
Do I need a yellow fever vaccine for Uganda?
Yes. Mandatory for ALL travelers regardless of origin. Get vaccinated at least 10 days before arrival.
How long can UK citizens stay in Uganda?
Up to 90 days on a single-entry e-Visa. Extensions are possible through the immigration office in Kampala.