Uganda Transit eVisa
Apply for your Uganda Transit eVisa online — secure email confirmation and QR code issued for immigration checks at Entebbe International Airport.
What Is the Uganda Transit eVisa?
The Uganda Transit eVisa is an electronic transit visa issued by Uganda Immigration to travellers who are passing through Uganda en route to a third country. The eVisa system replaced many manual embassy procedures to speed up clearance at Entebbe and other authorised entry points, allowing applicants to apply online and receive an electronic travel document before departure. The transit eVisa is intended for short stays while in transit and is administered through Uganda's immigration portals.
Applications are started on the official Uganda Electronic Visa/Permit Application System (visas.immigration.go.ug) or via trusted service partners like DoVisa for guided completion. After approval you receive an email confirmation and an e-document containing a QR code; present this QR code and your passport to airline staff at check-in and to immigration officers on arrival at Entebbe International Airport. Typical supporting documents include the passport bio-data page, a recent passport photo, and proof of onward travel.
The Uganda Transit eVisa is an entry permit specifically for transit purposes — it is not a long-term residence visa. It covers short transits and does not replace a tourist or business visa if you plan to stay beyond the authorised transit period. Recent updates to Uganda's electronic visa platform have consolidated visa categories on the official portal to reduce processing delays; always confirm current timelines and requirements on the government site before you travel.
Key facts: apply online, receive email confirmation and QR code, and present both at airport immigration. For full guidance see Uganda visa information and the official portal at immigration.go.ug — Transit Visa. When you’re ready, Apply now.
Who Needs the Uganda Transit eVisa?
Who Needs It
- Foreign nationals transiting through Uganda who will leave the international transit area and pass through immigration
- Travelers with confirmed onward tickets to a third country who require a short stay in Uganda
- Children and minors (a parent or guardian completes the application on their behalf)
Who Is Exempt
- Ugandan nationals
- Diplomatic and official passport holders on government business
- Airline and vessel crew members on active duty
- Transit passengers who remain airside and do not clear immigration
Uganda Entry Requirements & Restrictions
Passport Validity
Your passport must have at least 6 months validity from the date of arrival and a clear, legible bio-data page copy for the application. See the official checklist at visas.immigration.go.ug.
Yellow Fever Vaccination
A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for travelers aged 1 year and older. Carry the original certificate as immigration checks may request it. See CDC — Uganda.
Customs & Prohibited Imports
Uganda prohibits certain imports including pornographic materials and certain used electronic goods (e.g., used computers, vehicle tires) without permits. Recent URA notices have restricted some communications equipment. Review official lists at Trade.gov and export.gov.
Onward Travel & Visa for Next Destination
You must hold a confirmed onward ticket and any visa required for your final destination. Immigration requires proof of onward travel when issuing a transit eVisa or allowing entry.
Health & Insurance
Travel insurance is not mandatory for transit but is strongly recommended. Medical facilities near Entebbe are limited; consider evacuation coverage for serious incidents.
Travel Tips for Uganda Visitors
Most international travellers arrive through Entebbe International Airport (EBB), the country’s primary international gateway located on Lake Victoria. Ground transfers to Kampala take about 40–60 minutes depending on traffic.
- Best time to visit: June–September and December–February (drier months) for wildlife and gorilla trekking.
- Currency: Ugandan Shilling (UGX). Major hotels and lodges accept card payments and some accept USD; carry small UGX notes for local purchases.
- Language: English is an official language and widely used in tourism and at airports; Luganda and other local languages are common outside urban areas.
- Time zone: East Africa Time — GMT+3.
- Airport transfers: Pre-book transfers from Entebbe (EBB) to Kampala; taxis and hotel shuttles are common but confirm prices in advance.
- Local laws & customs: Uganda has conservative social norms in many areas — dress modestly in towns and rural areas.
- Security: Keep clear copies of travel documents and your eVisa confirmation; avoid displaying valuables in busy areas.
- Transit tips: If you will clear immigration in Entebbe, have your eVisa QR code and yellow fever certificate ready for inspection.
"Applied for the Uganda Transit eVisa for a short layover between Nairobi and Kigali. Application was straightforward, I received the QR code by email and immigration at Entebbe (EBB) scanned it on arrival."
"Needed a transit visa during a business connection. DoVisa guided me through the passport photo and onward-ticket upload — approval arrived quickly and check-in at my departure airport went smoothly."
"The Uganda Transit eVisa saved us time. We had to clear immigration to change terminals — the QR confirmation and yellow fever certificate were accepted without issues at Entebbe immigration."
"Form was easy but I uploaded the wrong photo size at first. Support advised the correct specs and the corrected eVisa arrived before my flight. Smooth once fixed."
"Transit eVisa process was clear. Remember to have your yellow fever card and onward ticket ready — staff at Entebbe asked to see both during immigration checks."
"Applying through DoVisa was convenient; their checklist helped ensure the passport scan and photo met Uganda's requirements. I recommend verifying the stamp on arrival."
"Had a small delay: processing took a bit longer than expected but I still received my transit eVisa before departure. Support responded quickly and clarified the documents needed."
"The Uganda Transit eVisa was fast and reliable for a connecting flight to South Africa. The QR code emailed by DoVisa was accepted at check-in and at immigration in Entebbe (EBB). Recommended for transit travellers."
"Family transit made easy — applied for the transit eVisa for each child and myself. Email confirmations arrived within a day and immigration checks were quick at the airport."
"Last-minute transit and the team helped expedite documentation. The eVisa arrived as a PDF with QR code; airline accepted it at check-in and immigration scanning was instantaneous."
"Applied for the Uganda Transit eVisa for a short layover between Nairobi and Kigali. Application was straightforward, I received the QR code by email and immigration at Entebbe (EBB) scanned it on arrival."
"Needed a transit visa during a business connection. DoVisa guided me through the passport photo and onward-ticket upload — approval arrived quickly and check-in at my departure airport went smoothly."
"The Uganda Transit eVisa saved us time. We had to clear immigration to change terminals — the QR confirmation and yellow fever certificate were accepted without issues at Entebbe immigration."
Uganda Transit eVisa: Frequently Asked Questions
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- Transit Visa — Uganda Immigration (NCIC)
- Uganda Electronic Visa/Permit Application System
- CDC — Uganda Traveler Health
- Embassy of the Republic of Uganda — Visas (Washington)
- Uganda Travel Advisory — U.S. Department of State
- Uganda — Prohibited and Restricted Imports (Trade.gov)
- Uganda — Prohibited & Restricted Imports (export.gov)
- Smarter Traveller — Uganda Travel Advice (Australia)