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Uganda Travel Information

Visas

  • Apply online before you travel on the official portal, visas.immigration.go.ug. Watch out for copycat sites.
  • A single-entry tourist visa is available; the East Africa Tourist Visa covers Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda. Check current fees on the official portal.
  • You'll need a passport valid for at least 6 months with a blank page, a passport photo and your itinerary. We send you a booking itinerary to upload.
  • Your approval letter is valid for 90 days from issue, so apply about a month before you travel. Print it and show it on arrival.

Health

Yellow fever: Since the 2 October 2026 immigration notice, a yellow fever certificate is no longer required for entry to Uganda. The vaccine is still recommended, and airlines or onward countries may ask for proof, so check with your travel clinic.
  • Malaria is present across Uganda. Talk to your doctor about antimalarials, and use repellent, long sleeves at dusk and nets.
  • Discuss routine vaccines, hepatitis A and B and typhoid with your clinic.
  • Travel insurance that covers medical evacuation is strongly recommended.
  • Drink bottled or filtered water.

Packing for a Uganda safari

Clothing: light neutral layers, a fleece for cool Bwindi mornings, a waterproof jacket, long trousers and sleeves, a sun hat.

For treks: broken-in waterproof boots, gardening gloves, gaiters, a rain-proof day pack.

Essentials: passport and printed e-visa, insurance details, medication, repellent, sunscreen, binoculars, camera and spare batteries, a UK-style (Type G) adapter, a reusable bottle.

Leave at home: plastic bags and camouflage or military-style clothing.

Best time to visit Uganda

  • June–September and December–February (dry): easier trekking and the best game viewing in Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls and Kidepo. Peak season, so book permits early.
  • March–May and October–November (wetter): green landscapes, great birding, fewer visitors and lower gorilla permit fees in April, May and November.

For gorillas specifically, see the Gorilla Trekking Guide.

Money & practicalities

The currency is the Ugandan shilling (UGX). US dollars are widely accepted for tourist services; bring newer, undamaged notes. Tipping guides and porters is appreciated.

More answers in our FAQ, or browse our Uganda safari packages.

Sources: NCIC tourist visa page and official notice of 2 Oct 2026 (immigration.go.ug), checked 4 Nov 2026.