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VISA and Travel Information for 10th
AFCC & E Delegates
Before you travel to Uganda, there a few aspects that you may need to
know. About travel documents, accommodation, climate, transport, health
and safety, all is presented below.
Where is Uganda located?
Uganda lies astride the Equator in Eastern Africa between longitudes 29
½° East and 35° East and between latitudes 4 ½° North and ½° South,
at an average altitude of 1,100 meters above sea- level. The total area is
236,580sq.Km.
Do I need a visa to enter into Uganda?
Yes! With effect from March 1, 1999, the Government of Uganda
introduced visa requirements for all visitors entering Uganda. However
this is in exemption of the following countries:
East African Community (EAC) Citizens Nationals of COMESA
countries( Angola, Comoros, Eritrea, Kenya, Malawi, Mauritius,
Madagascar, Rwanda, Seychelles, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia,
Zimbabwe) Other countries e.g. Antigua, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize,
Fiji, Gambia, Grenada, Jamaica, Lesotho, Malta, Sierra Leone, Singapore,
Solomon Islands, St. Vincent & The Grenadines, Tonga, Vanuatu, Italy
(Only diplomatic passports) and Cyprus.
Where do I apply for a visa from?
You can acquire a visa at Uganda’s High Commission or embassy in your
country of residence or on arrival at Entebbe International Airport.
What immunizations are required when I’m travelling to Uganda?
Yellow fever vaccine is essential.
Hepatitis A and B, Meningitis, Tetanus, Polio and Typhoid are also
recommended.
Expecting to get closer to wild animals, rabies vaccination should be
prioritized.
Traveling Around
Travelling around Uganda has never been easier than today, flexibility
exists in use of private or public transport. The improving transport
network and extended communication facilities to upcountry regions is
commendable.