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title: Uganda visa for citizens of Israel
description: "Citizens of Israel need a visa for Uganda and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $50. Processing: 2–5 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Uganda visa for citizens of Israel

Citizens of Israel 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 · Tourist (90 days)
- **How to apply:** Fully online — no office visit
- **Maximum stay:** Up to 90 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
- **Proof of funds:** Proof of sufficient funds for stay (e.g., bank statement, credit card, cash)

## How to apply

1. **Prepare documents** — Gather all required documents: passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation, yellow fever certificate, proof of funds, and return ticket.
2. **Visit the official Uganda eVisas portal** — Go to https://visas.immigration.go.ug and create an account.
3. **Complete online application form** — Fill in personal, travel, and passport details accurately.
4. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload clear copies of passport, photo, itinerary, accommodation proof, yellow fever certificate, proof of funds, and return ticket.
5. **Pay visa fee** — Pay the USD 50 fee online using a credit or debit card.
6. **Submit application** — Review all information and submit the application.
7. **Wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 2–5 business days. Check your email and portal for updates.
8. **Receive eVisas approval** — If approved, you will receive an eVisas approval letter via email. Print it and bring it with you.
9. **Travel to Uganda** — Present your printed eVisas approval letter and all original documents upon arrival at immigration.
10. **Obtain entry stamp** — Immigration will issue a visa sticker/stamp in your passport at the port of entry.

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport** (Identity): Must have at least 6 months validity beyond intended stay and at least two blank pages
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): Recent, white background, 2x2 inches
- **Completed online application form** (Supporting): Filled and submitted through the official eVisa portal
- **Travel itinerary** (Travel): Flight booking showing entry and exit from Uganda
- **Proof of accommodation** (Travel): Hotel reservation or invitation letter from host
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Must be presented upon arrival; may be requested during application
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statement, credit card, or cash equivalent for duration of stay
- **Return ticket or onward travel confirmation** (Travel): Confirmed flight out of Uganda

## Proof of funds

- **Minimum balance:** Sufficient funds for stay (typically $50–$100 per day)
- Bank statement
- Credit card
- Cash

No fixed minimum amount is specified but you must demonstrate ability to cover expenses.

## Good to know

- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory and may be checked on arrival.
- Passport must have at least 6 months validity and two blank pages.
- Visa is single entry only; exit and re-entry requires a new visa.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all entries before submission; ensure names match passport exactly.
- **Insufficient passport validity** — Ensure passport has at least 6 months validity from date of intended departure from Uganda.
- **Missing required documents** — Upload all requested documents in correct format and size.
- **Inaccurate travel itinerary** — Provide confirmed flight bookings and accommodation details.

## FAQs

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

Citizens of Israel need a visa for Uganda and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (90 days).

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

Up to 90 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Uganda visa processing take?

Typically 2–5 days.

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

Valid passport; Passport-size photograph; Completed online application form; Travel itinerary; Proof of accommodation; Yellow fever vaccination certificate; and 2 more.

### 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

- [visas.immigration.go.ug](https://visas.immigration.go.ug)

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