Uganda e-Visa for citizens of the United Kingdom: online application, fees and processing time 2026
Yes, an e-Visa is required: citizens of the United Kingdom apply online before departure.
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Official fee
50 USD
Our guide to the Uganda visa from the United Kingdom
Yes, British citizens need a visa for Uganda. The recommended route is the tourist e-Visa, applied for online through Uganda's official immigration portal before departure.
British travellers heading to Uganda obtain their visa as an e-Visa via the official portal visas.immigration.go.ug. The application is completed entirely online, with document uploads and card payment. Also consider the East Africa Tourist Visa, which covers Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda if your itinerary combines them.
Do you need a visa for Uganda?
Yes. Holders of a British passport must obtain a visa to enter Uganda. For tourism the standard route is the e-Visa, an electronic authorisation issued after an online application and prior approval. If you are also travelling to Kenya and Rwanda, the East Africa Tourist Visa may be better value; it is also applied for online.
How much does an e-visa for Uganda cost from the United Kingdom?
50 USD
Official government fee only. Providers and visa centres add their own service charge on top.
What does a visa for Uganda really cost?
- Government fee50 USD
- Agency or online serviceOptional, added on top
What documents are required for an e-visa for Uganda?
The exact list for Uganda is not published in a source we can verify. Every short-stay tourist application is nonetheless built on the same core:
- Valid passport
- Completed application form
- Compliant passport photo
- Proof of accommodation
- Return or onward ticket
- Proof of sufficient funds
Treat this as the common core, not the official list, confirm it with the consular authorities of Uganda before you apply.
Documents and fees
Bring a British passport valid for at least 6 months on the entry date, with blank pages. A recent passport photo, a copy of the passport, proof of accommodation and a yellow fever vaccination certificate are generally required for Uganda. The e-Visa fee is not fixed here: check the current amount directly on visas.immigration.go.ug before paying.
How to apply for an e-visa for Uganda from the United Kingdom
- 1Fill in the form on the destination’s official portal.
- 2Upload the required documents (passport, photo, supporting papers).
- 3Pay the fee online by card.
- 4Receive the authorisation by email, usually without a consular visit.
- 5Show the authorisation, printed or on your phone, at boarding.
How and where to apply
The e-Visa application is made online through the official portal visas.immigration.go.ug. The British traveller creates an account, completes the form, uploads a passport photo, the passport page and supporting documents, then pays the fee by card. Once approved, the approval letter or e-Visa received by email is printed and shown on arrival, where the visa is finalised at the entry point (often Entebbe airport).
Where do you apply for a visa for Uganda from the United Kingdom?
An e-visa for Uganda is filed entirely online: there is no counter to visit and no file to hand in. The only address that matters is the official portal.
- The application, the supporting documents and the payment all go through the official portal, from any country.
- Lookalike sites copy the portal’s name and layout, then resell the same application with a margin. Check the domain before you type in a passport number.
- The authorisation arrives by email. Keep a printed copy, some airlines ask for it at boarding.
Using an online service
You never have to use an intermediary. If you would rather have a service fill in and file the application online for you before departure, iVisa does it for a service fee, charged on top of the official fees. It does not change the decision.
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You live in the United Kingdom on another passport?
The regime follows your nationality, not where you live. If you reside in the United Kingdom but travel on another country's passport, the rule on this page is not yours. Filing usually still happens from your country of residence, at the post competent for it, but the requirement itself comes from your passport.
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How long does an e-visa for Uganda take?
No verified processing time is published for this route. Apply as early as your travel dates allow, and never book non-refundable travel before the e-visa is granted.
Processing and practical tips
No processing time is guaranteed: submit the application several working days before departure, as approval is not immediate. The yellow fever certificate is frequently checked on arrival in Uganda: travel with the original. Keep a printed and a digital copy of your approval, and check the latest UK Government travel advice (GOV.UK) before departure.
Before you fly, and at the border
Passport validity, border checks, minors, overstays: the rules common to every trip are gathered on our travel tips page. Formalities before you leave
Common mistakes and good to know
Use only the official portal visas.immigration.go.ug: many intermediary sites charge surcharges for the same procedure. Do not overlook the yellow fever certificate, whose absence can lead to refusal or vaccination on the spot. Finally, if your trip includes Kenya or Rwanda, compare the single-country Ugandan e-Visa with the East Africa Tourist Visa before choosing.
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Other visa types for Uganda
A tourist stay is not the only purpose. These are the other permits the destination issues and that your nationality is eligible for, each with its own fee and processing time.
Official sources
- Republic of Uganda Official eVisa / eImmigration Portal
- Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, Uganda
- UK Government, Foreign travel advice: Uganda (GOV.UK)
Guide generated automatically on July 22, 2026, from the verified catalogue.
Short-stay (tourism)
eVisa / authorization
Entry regime
eVisa / authorization
Price
50 USD
Student visa
Student visa
Duration
Duration of programme
Price
100 USD
Processing time
15 business days
Official websiteVerified
Investor entry permit (Classes B, C, D, E)
Investor visa
Duration
2 years
Price
400–2,500 USD
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Business eVisa
Consular visa
Duration
90 days
Price
50–200 USD
Processing time
5 business days
Official websiteVerified
Class B-G Work Permit
Work visa
Duration
2 years
Price
250–3,000 USD
Processing time
60 business days
Official websiteVerified
Tips for extending your stay in Uganda
- Make sure to understand the extension conditions before applying for a visa.
- Contact local authorities for detailed information on possible extensions.
Example: If you plan a longer stay, consider applying for a business visa or a temporary residence visa.
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