Quick answer: Uganda has no separate business visa. Business trips are covered by the conference purpose (organized events, seminars) or the meetings subcategory (company meetings, negotiations) — a single-entry online permit costing US$55 government fee + US$62 service fee = US$117, processed within 5 working days, with stays up to 90 days. Paid work is never permitted — that needs a work permit.
All persons travelling to Uganda for meetings, conferences or negotiations apply online before departure — there are no visas issued on arrival. During the application you select the purpose that matches your trip: conference attendance for organized events, or the meetings subcategory for business negotiations with a host company. In both cases a letter of invitation anchors the file: from the event organizer for conferences, or from the host company stating the nature of the business and its address in Uganda.
Executives expecting repeated visits through the year should look at the multiple-entry visa from the start: it removes the need to apply before every trip, at US$100 (6–12 months), US$150 (24 months) or US$200 (36 months) government fee.
Business Visitor Document Checklist
Core documents every business application submits:
1. Passport biopage scan
Valid for at least 6 months from arrival, all text clearly visible.
2. Digital photograph
Recent, plain white background, full face visible.
3. Letter of invitation
For conferences — issued by the event organizer with the event details and business address. For company meetings — stating the nature of the business, the host company and its address in Uganda.
Allowed on a business visit
- Attend conferences, seminars and workshops
- Company meetings and contract negotiations
- Site visits and market exploration
- Unpaid training related to the visit
Not allowed — this is the work line
Employment, paid assignments and productive work are not permitted on any visitor visa. Working in Uganda requires a work permit (entry permit) from Uganda's immigration authorities — or a special pass for short-term assignments. Crossing this line risks refusal at the border and future-entry bans.
Yellow fever update (2 October 2026): a yellow fever vaccination certificate is no longer mandatory for entry into Uganda and is not requested on the application portal. WHO still recommends vaccination for travelers visiting risk areas.
Uganda Business Visa Cost
Visa fees are non-refundable and there are no visas issued on arrival in Uganda. For repeat business trips, the multiple-entry government fee is US$100 (6–12 months), US$150 (24 months) or US$200 (36 months) plus the service fee.
Uganda Business Visitor FAQs
Do I need a visa for business travel to Uganda?
Yes. Uganda has no visas issued on arrival, so business visitors apply online before departure. Selection happens during the application: conference attendance uses the conference purpose, while company meetings and negotiations use the meetings subcategory with a letter of invitation.
Which eVisa covers business meetings and conferences in Uganda?
Conferences, seminars and organized professional events fall under the Conference eVisa — a single-entry permit granted for stays of up to 90 days with 180 days of validity. One-to-one company meetings and negotiations use the meetings-and-conferences purpose, which requires a letter of invitation stating the business and the host's address in Uganda.
How much does a Uganda business visa cost?
A checked single-entry application totals US$117 — the US$55 government fee plus the US$62 service fee. Frequent business travelers can instead hold a multiple-entry visa: US$100 government fee for 6–12 months, US$150 for 24 months or US$200 for 36 months, plus the service fee.
Can I work in Uganda on a business or conference visa?
No. Employment and paid work are not permitted — any productive work requires a work permit (entry permit) or, for short-term assignments, a special pass. Visitor visas only allow non-work activities such as attending meetings, negotiating contracts and unpaid training.
What documents does a business visitor need for Uganda?
A clear passport biopage scan and a recent digital photograph, plus a letter of invitation — for conferences it is issued by the event organizer; for company meetings it states the nature of the business and the host company's address in Uganda. Frequent-traveler multiple-entry visas additionally require a cover letter, a police clearance certificate and a recommendation letter from a referee resident in Uganda.
Content Disclaimer: This information was last updated in October 2026. Verify the up to date information with the appropriate agencies, embassies, and airlines before travelling.