Visa Information
E-Visa required. Apply online before travel.
Apply at visas.immigration.go.ug. Upload documents and pay online.
$50 USD single entry. East Africa Tourist Visa ($100) covers Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda.
- East Africa Tourist Visa is great value if visiting multiple countries.
- Yellow Fever certificate is mandatory.
- Gorilla permits: $700 — cheaper than Rwanda's $1,500.
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Safety & Health
Tourist areas are generally safe. Kampala has petty crime — avoid walking alone at night. National parks are well-managed. Avoid border areas with DRC and South Sudan.
- Boda-boda (motorcycle taxi) overcharging and theft.
- Fake safari operators.
- Roadblock bribery attempts.
- Malaria prophylaxis essential.
- Drink only bottled water.
- Medical facilities limited outside Kampala.
- Yellow Fever mandatory.
- Hepatitis A, Typhoid recommended.
- Malaria prophylaxis essential.
- Rabies for extended stays.
Avoid border areas with DRC and South Sudan. Check advisories. LGBTQ+ travelers should exercise extreme caution — harsh laws exist.
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Cultural Tips
- Trek to see mountain gorillas in Bwindi — an unforgettable experience.
- Raft the White Nile at Jinja — world-class rapids.
- Visit the source of the Nile.
- Don't discuss LGBTQ+ topics — Uganda has severe anti-LGBTQ+ laws.
- Don't photograph military or police.
- Don't disrespect local customs or chiefs.
Tip 10% at restaurants. Gorilla trekking guides: $10–20 per person. Safari guides: $10–15 per person per day.
Casual and modest. Cover shoulders and knees in rural areas. Ugandans dress well for church and social events.
Christian majority with Muslim minority. Both are devout. Dress modestly at all religious sites.
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