Somalia 
Uganda Somali passport holders must obtain a Uganda eVisa before travel; visa-on-arrival is not available for Somali citizens.
Last verified: 2026-03-11
At a glance
Entry requirements
- Uganda does not grant visa exemption or visa-on-arrival to Somali citizens; an eVisa must be obtained in advance.
- Apply online through the official Uganda Immigration website (visas.immigration.go.ug); processing typically takes 3–8 business days.
- Tourist eVisa valid for 90 days with up to 45 days stay; East Africa Tourist Visa (Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda) covers multiple entries for 90 days.
- Required documents: valid passport (6+ months), passport copy, photo, yellow fever certificate, accommodation details, and payment card.
Stay
Standard tourist eVisa allows up to 45 days per stay; East Africa Tourist Visa valid 90 days total.
Passport
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Health — Yellow fever
Yellow fever vaccination certificate required for entry (Somalia is endemic).
Uganda no longer issues visas on arrival for any nationality; approval must be obtained before traveling. Confirm current fees and processing times with Uganda Immigration.
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Sources
- Uganda Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control — Visa Exempt Countries
- Uganda e-Immigration System — Visa application portal (official)
- UK Government travel advice — Uganda entry requirements
Important
This tool is for guidance only and may be incomplete or out of date. Always confirm with official government sources and your airline before you travel.