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title: Uganda visa for citizens of India
description: "Citizens of India need a visa for Uganda and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 30 days. Fee: $50. Processing: 2–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Uganda visa for citizens of India

Citizens of India need a visa for Uganda and can apply online for an eVisa.

*Verified · last checked 2026-09-05. Policies change. Confirm with the embassy or official visa portal before you travel.*

Official application site: https://visas.immigration.go.ug

## Key facts

- **Entry route:** eVisa · Uganda eVisa · Tourist (Single Entry)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 30 days
- **Visa validity:** 90 days
- **Entries:** Single entry
- **Processing time:** 2–5 days
- **Government fee:** $50
- **Passport validity:** At least 6 months
- **Biometrics:** Not required
- **Appointment:** Not required
- **Interview:** Not required
- **Onward or return ticket:** Required

## How to apply

1. **Create an account on the Uganda eVisa portal** — Register at visas.immigration.go.ug with your email address.
2. **Complete the online application form** — Select Tourist (single entry) and fill in personal, passport and travel details.
3. **Upload required documents** — Attach passport copy, photo, yellow fever certificate, ticket and accommodation proof.
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay the USD 50 single-entry fee via the portal's payment options.
5. **Await approval letter by email** — Processing typically takes about 2–5 working days; download the approval letter.
6. **Print approval letter and travel** — Present the printed eVisa approval letter at Entebbe immigration to receive the visa stamp.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio page copy** (Identity): Machine-readable passport valid at least 6 months beyond entry.
- **Recent passport-size photo** (Identity): Digital colour photo with white background.
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Mandatory for travellers from India and most other countries.
- **Return/onward flight ticket** (Travel): Confirmed booking showing exit from Uganda.
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel): Reservation covering the stay in Uganda.
- **Cover letter** (Supporting): Brief letter stating purpose and duration of visit.
- **Bank statement** (Financial, optional): Recent statements showing sufficient funds may be requested.

## Proof of funds

- bank statement

No fixed minimum balance is published; travellers should show they can support their stay.

## Good to know

- The eVisa must be obtained online before arrival; visas on arrival are no longer issued.
- A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required at entry.
- The East Africa Tourist Visa (USD 100) is an alternative covering Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda for up to 90 days, applied via the same portal.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Missing or invalid yellow fever certificate** — Get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and upload the certificate.
- **Passport validity under 6 months** — Renew the passport before applying if it expires soon.
- **Blurry or incomplete document uploads** — Upload clear, complete colour scans of all required documents.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of India need a visa for Uganda?

Citizens of India need a visa for Uganda and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: Uganda eVisa · Tourist (Single Entry).

### How long can citizens of India stay in Uganda?

Up to 30 days.

### How much does the Uganda visa cost for citizens of India?

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Uganda visa processing take?

Typically 2–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of India need for Uganda?

Passport bio page copy; Recent passport-size photo; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; Return/onward flight ticket; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Cover letter; and 1 more depending on your situation.

### How long must my passport be valid for Uganda?

At least 6 months.

### Where do I apply?

On the official site: https://visas.immigration.go.ug

## Sources

- [Welcome to Uganda Electronic Visa/Permit Application System](https://visas.immigration.go.ug/)
- [How do I apply for a visa to Uganda? | NCIC - Immigration](https://www.immigration.go.ug/node/198)
- [Visas | Embassy of the Republic of Uganda](https://create.daressalaam.mofa.go.ug/visa/visas)
- [visas.immigration.go.ug](https://visas.immigration.go.ug)

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