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title: Uganda visa for citizens of Saudi Arabia
description: "Citizens of Saudi Arabia 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 Saudi Arabia

Citizens of Saudi Arabia 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 (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. **Access the Uganda eVisa portal** — Go to the official Uganda Immigration Department eVisa website.
2. **Create an account and fill the application form** — Provide personal details, passport info, travel dates, and upload required documents.
3. **Pay the visa fee online** — Pay the government fee using a credit/debit card (USD 50 for single entry).
4. **Receive eVisa approval via email** — Processing takes 2–5 business days; an approved eVisa PDF is sent to your email.
5. **Print eVisa and present upon arrival** — Carry a printed copy of the eVisa to show at Ugandan immigration.

## Documents checklist

- **Passport bio-data page** (Identity): Must be valid for at least 6 months from date of entry.
- **Passport-size photograph** (Identity): White background, recent, 2x2 inches.
- **Flight itinerary** (Travel): Round-trip or onward flight booking.
- **Hotel reservation** (Travel): Confirmed accommodation for the entire stay.
- **Bank statement** (Financial, optional): Last 3 months showing sufficient funds.
- **Yellow Fever vaccination certificate** (Supporting): Required for entry into Uganda.
- **Invitation letter (if visiting friends/family)** (Supporting, optional): Optional for tourist visa.
- **Travel insurance** (Supporting, optional): Recommended but not mandatory.

## Good to know

- No official source text provided; details are based on general knowledge and may not reflect current requirements. Always verify on the official portal.
- Ensure your passport has at least two blank pages for entry stamps.

## Common refusal reasons

- **Incomplete or incorrect information on application** — Double-check all fields before submission and match exactly with passport details.
- **Invalid or missing Yellow Fever vaccination certificate** — Obtain a valid Yellow Fever vaccine and carry the certificate.
- **Insufficient passport validity (less than 6 months)** — Renew your passport before applying.

## FAQs

### Do citizens of Saudi Arabia need a visa for Uganda?

Citizens of Saudi Arabia need a visa for Uganda and can apply online for an eVisa. Visa type: eVisa · Tourist (single entry).

### How long can citizens of Saudi Arabia stay in Uganda?

Up to 30 days.

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

Government fee: $50.

### How long does Uganda visa processing take?

Typically 2–5 days.

### What documents do citizens of Saudi Arabia need for Uganda?

Passport bio-data page; Passport-size photograph; Flight itinerary; Hotel reservation; Yellow Fever vaccination certificate; Bank statement; and 2 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

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

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