🇺🇬Uganda Visa for Canadian Citizens2026 Requirements, Fees & Documents

Uganda Tourist Visa (single entry, e-visa)

USD 50

Tourist Visa (Single Entry)

Short-term tourism, leisure, and visiting friends or family in Uganda. Must be applied for online before travel.

Multiple Entry Visa (6–12 months)

Allows multiple entries into Uganda for tourism and short visits over a 6 to 12-month validity period.

Multiple Entry Visa (24 months)

Allows multiple entries into Uganda for tourism and short visits over a 24-month validity period.

East African Tourist Visa

Regional multi-country tourist visa allowing multiple entries into Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda for tourism purposes.

Transit Visa

For travelers passing through Uganda to a third country who require a visa and will remain in Uganda for a short transit period.

Business Visa (Single Entry)

For foreign nationals visiting Uganda for business meetings, conferences, trade negotiations, or commercial activities that do not constitute employment.

Entry Permit – Class G (Employment / Work Permit)

For foreign nationals employed by a Ugandan company or organization. Required for any form of paid employment, including missionary and volunteer work.

Entry Permit – Investor Classes (B, C, D, E, F)

For foreign nationals who are shareholders or investors in Ugandan companies across sectors including agriculture, agro-processing, mining, manufacturing, general trade, and specific professions.

Entry Permit – Class H (Independent Means / Ordinary Resident)

For foreign nationals who have assured income derived from sources outside Uganda and commit not to accept any employment in Uganda.

Student Pass

For foreign nationals above the age of 4 years enrolled in a recognized learning institution in Uganda.

Dependant's Pass

For children (under 18 years), the spouse, and other relatives of a foreign resident who holds proof of legal stay in Uganda (Student Pass, Work Permit/Entry Permit, or Certificate of Residence).

Special Pass

A short-term pass for foreign nationals coming for short contract/temporary work assignments, medical treatment, tourism, or business opportunities, or awaiting processing of an Entry Permit.

Diplomatic / Official Passport Visa Exemption

Visa-free entry to Uganda for holders of diplomatic or official passports of certain countries under bilateral agreements.

Diplomatic and Official Visa

For holders of diplomatic, official, and service passports entering Uganda on official business or duties, and for ordinary passport holders who are exempted from immigration fees.

Certificate of Residence

Long-term / permanent residence document for foreign nationals qualifying by marriage to a Ugandan (married at least 3 years), by continuous long stay (10 years contributing to Uganda's socio-economic development), or as a former Ugandan who acquired another citizenship.

Inter-State Pass

Regional free-movement travel document allowing nationals (and lawful residents) of Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda to travel between the three countries using only a National Identity Card instead of a passport.