Quick answer: The Uganda Single Entry Visa is an online permit for one trip into Uganda — covering tourism, family visits, medical treatment and conferences. The government fee is US$55 plus a US$62 service fee (US$117 total), usually processed within 5 working days, with stays of up to 90 days.
"Single entry" is the umbrella used by Uganda's eVisa system for the standard one-trip permits. During the application you select the travel purpose — tourism, family visit, medical treatment or conference — and the paperwork, fees and validity follow that purpose. The transit visa is also single-entry but has its own 7-day rules and its own page.
The important catch: once you exit Uganda, the visa closes — even if validity days remain. Travelers with repeat plans (regional trips via the East Africa Visa or frequent visits through a multiple-entry visa) should pick the matching product instead of stacking single-entry applications.
Single Entry Visa Requirements by Purpose
Every application submits these two core documents, then adds the attachments for its purpose:
Passport biopage scan
A clear coloured scan with all text visible, including the MRZ. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from arrival.
Digital photograph
Recent, against a plain white background, full face visible.
Tourism
Confirmed flight ticket with arrival and departure dates · tour plan · accommodation details. Multi-entry tourist file asks for police clearance, cover letter and a referee letter.
Family visit
No extras for relatives of Ugandan nationals; visiting a foreign national adds the host's immigration status, invitation letter and return ticket.
Medical treatment
A medical support document from the hospital or healthcare facility in Uganda.
Conference
An invitation letter issued by the conference organiser, stating the event and its business address in Uganda.
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 Single Entry Visa Cost
The fee can be paid by credit or debit card or other accepted methods. Visa fees are non-refundable and there are no visas issued on arrival in Uganda.
How to Apply
The application is submitted completely online:
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Fill out the visa application form
Select your travel purpose, then fill out the form with your correct passport, travel and general details — expert review flags mistakes early.
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Upload documents
Attach clear scans of the core documents plus the extras required by your purpose.
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Pay the fee
Pay by credit/debit card or any accepted payment method — payment starts the processing clock.
- 4
Receive the approved eVisa
Usually within 5 working days — the approved permit is delivered to your registered email ID. Print it for immigration on arrival.
Uganda Single Entry Visa FAQs
What is a Uganda Single Entry Visa?
A Uganda Single Entry Visa is an electronic travel permit for one trip into Uganda, covering purposes such as tourism and leisure, a family visit, medical treatment, or attending a conference. It supports stays of up to 90 days — the transit visa is the separate single-entry option with a shorter 7-day stay — and it never authorizes employment.
How much does the Uganda Single Entry Visa cost?
The government fee is US$55 and the service fee for applying with expert checking is US$62 — a total of US$117 per application. Visa fees are non-refundable and there are no visas issued on arrival in Uganda.
How long is a Uganda Single Entry Visa valid?
Validity depends on the travel purpose: the tourist visa is issued with 90 days of validity from the date of issue, while family visit, medical treatment and conference purposes use 180-day single-entry permits. Stays of up to 90 days apply to each.
Can I re-enter Uganda on a single-entry visa?
No. Once you exit Uganda the single-entry visa closes automatically, even if days remain. For repeat trips apply again, or apply for a multiple-entry visa which requires proof of previous visits within the last year.
What documents are required for a Uganda Single Entry Visa?
Every application needs a clear passport biopage scan and a recent digital photograph. Extra attachments depend on the purpose: a flight ticket, itinerary and accommodation for tourism; the host's immigration status, invitation letter and return ticket for a family visit; a medical support document for treatment; and an invitation letter from the conference organiser for events.
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.