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title: Uganda visa for citizens of Papua New Guinea
description: "Citizens of Papua New Guinea need a visa for Uganda and can apply online for an eVisa. Stay up to 90 days. Fee: $50. Processing: 3–7 days. Documents checklist and application steps."
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# Uganda visa for citizens of Papua New Guinea

Citizens of Papua New Guinea 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:** 3–7 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:** Bank statement showing sufficient funds for the stay

## How to apply

1. **Create an account on the Uganda eVisa portal** — Register with a valid email address and set a password
2. **Complete the online application form** — Fill in personal, passport, and travel details accurately
3. **Upload required documents** — Scan and upload passport copy, photo, itinerary, hotel booking, bank statement, and yellow fever certificate
4. **Pay the visa fee online** — Use a credit/debit card or other accepted payment methods; fee is USD 50
5. **Submit application and wait for processing** — Processing typically takes 3–7 business days
6. **Receive eVisa via email** — Print the eVisa and present it upon arrival in Uganda

## Documents checklist

- **Valid passport (bio-data page)** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry
- **Passport-sized photograph (recent, white background)** (Identity): Digital upload, 2x2 inches
- **Travel itinerary / flight reservation** (Travel): Showing entry and exit dates
- **Hotel booking or accommodation proof** (Travel): For the entire stay in Uganda
- **Proof of sufficient funds** (Financial): Bank statements for last 3 months
- **Yellow fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Mandatory for entry into Uganda
- **Return flight ticket** (Travel): Confirmed onward/return booking
- **Cover letter (optional)** (Supporting, optional): Explaining purpose of visit

## Proof of funds

- Bank statements
- Pay slips
- Sponsorship letter

Sufficient funds to cover accommodation, meals, and expenses for the stay

## Good to know

- Yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry; failure to present may result in denial of entry or quarantine.
- Ensure passport has at least two blank pages for entry/exit stamps.
- The eVisa is single entry only; multiple entries require a different visa type.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect application form** — Double-check all fields before submission and ensure consistency with passport details.
- **Invalid or expired passport** — Passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the intended date of entry.
- **Missing required documents (e.g., yellow fever certificate)** — Upload all mandatory documents as per the checklist.
- **Criminal record or previous immigration violations** — Disclose any relevant history honestly; if in doubt, consult the embassy.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Papua New Guinea need a visa for Uganda?

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

### How long can citizens of Papua New Guinea stay in Uganda?

Up to 90 days.

### How much does the Uganda visa cost for citizens of Papua New Guinea?

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Uganda visa processing take?

Typically 3–7 days.

### What documents do citizens of Papua New Guinea need for Uganda?

Valid passport (bio-data page); Passport-sized photograph (recent, white background); Travel itinerary / flight reservation; Hotel booking or accommodation proof; Proof of sufficient funds; 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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