Uganda Visa Requirements for Canadian citizens in 2024

Last Updated: Nov. 22, 2024, 2:20 p.m.

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Uganda

1) E-Visa

Canadian passport holders planning a visit to Uganda for tourism purposes do not need a traditional visa for short durations. Instead, an electronic travel authorization (eTA or eVisa) must be acquired prior to entry. Explore our comprehensive guides on eVisas for more details.

Entry Requirement

Danger
Allowed Stay

unknown

Purpose of Travel

Tourist

Further Notes

  • Can also be entered on an East Africa Tourist Visa issued by Kenya or Rwanda.

Reference Links

https://visas.immigration.go.ug

General Information about Uganda

  • Name (Common): Uganda
  • Name (Official): Republic of Uganda
  • Population: 45741000
  • Area: 241550
  • Capital: Kampala
  • Currency: Ugandan shilling
  • Language: English
  • Calling Code: +2
  • Region: Africa
  • Subregion: Eastern Africa

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online.

Yes, a visa is required for Canadian citizens. Canada passport holders can apply for a tourist visa online. Options include: E-Visa.

Yes, Canadian citizens can travel to Uganda, but an E-Visa is required.

The maximum length of stay in Uganda with E-Visa is unknown. Canadian citizens must leave the country within the specified period.

Overstaying an E-Visa in Uganda can result in fines, penalties, and potentially being banned from entering Uganda in the future. It is important to comply with the length of stay specified with the visa and leave the country within the allotted time.
Travel Advisory for Uganda

Advisory Message: Uganda has a current risk level of 3.5 (out of 5). We advise: Please reconsider your need to travel to Uganda.
Score: 3.5
Source: https://www.travel-advisory.info/uganda
Last Updated Aug. 13, 2024, 8:21 a.m.