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Germany to Uganda visa requirements

German passport holders need an eVisa to visit Uganda. Apply online before travel at the official portal (visas.immigration.go.ug); there is no visa on arrival. The single-entry tourist eVisa costs USD 50, allows up to 90 days, and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory. Germany is not visa-exempt for Uganda, and Uganda discontinued visa-on-arrival for visa-prone travellers — all such travellers must obtain an electronic visa (Travel Authorisation/Visa Approval Letter) before boarding. German ordinary passport holders apply online via the official Uganda E-Immigration system at visas.immigration.go.ug. The standard tourist eVisa is single-entry, costs USD 50, and permits a stay of up to 90 days; the passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival and a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for entry. Processing typically takes 2-3 business days; on approval the traveller receives a letter of authorisation with a barcode by email, which is printed and presented at the airport, where the visa sticker/stamp is issued. Travellers combining Uganda with Kenya and Rwanda can instead use the East Africa Tourist Visa (USD 100, multiple-entry, 90 days), provided Uganda is the first entry point. Beware of unofficial third-party sites charging inflated processing fees; only the government portal should be used.
VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Electronic visa (Tourist eVisa), applied online before travel
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days (single entry)
per entry
Entries
Single entry (East Africa Tourist Visa offers multiple entry)
from issue date
Visa fee
USD 50 (tourist eVisa) plus bank/card charge
consular fee only
Processing time
2-3 business days
standard track
Validity
Visa Approval Authorisation valid 90 days from approval; enter within that window
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm you need an eVisa and gather documents
As a German ordinary passport holder you require an eVisa for Uganda. Ensure your passport is valid at least 6 months beyond your arrival date and prepare a yellow fever vaccination certificate.
· Passport 6+ months· Yellow fever certificate
/02
Create an account on the official portal
Go to the official Uganda E-Immigration system at visas.immigration.go.ug and register. Do not use third-party sites that charge inflated processing fees.
· visas.immigration.go.ug· Official only
/03
Select visa type and complete the form
Choose the Tourist Visa (single entry) application, or the East Africa Tourist Visa if also visiting Kenya and Rwanda, and fill in the electronic application form.
· Tourist visa· Single entry
/04
Upload supporting documents
Attach the passport bio-data page, a recent passport-size photograph, yellow fever vaccination certificate, and any required travel details (itinerary/accommodation).
· Photo· Bio-data page· Vaccination cert
/05
Pay the fee and submit
Pay the USD 50 tourist visa fee (plus bank charge) online and submit. Fees are non-refundable.
· USD 50· Non-refundable
/06
Receive approval and present at the border
Within about 2-3 business days you receive a Visa Approval/Authorisation letter with a barcode by email. Print it and present it with your passport and yellow fever certificate at the airport, where the visa is issued.
· 2-3 days· Print approval letter
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items
Personalized checklist
Germany -> Uganda · Electronic visa (Tourist eVisa), applied online before travel
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Deadline reminderAdd a date before export
RequiredGerman passport valid at least 6 months beyond arrival date
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RequiredApproved Uganda eVisa / Visa Approval Letter (printed)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredYellow fever vaccination certificate (physical card)
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RequiredRecent passport-size photograph for the application
Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route
required
RequiredScan of passport bio-data page
Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route
required
RecommendedProof of onward/return travel
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedProof of accommodation or itinerary
Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates
recommended
RequiredMeans of payment (credit/debit card) for the USD 50 fee
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
required
RecommendedTravel/medical insurance
Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel
recommended
RecommendedSufficient funds for the stay
Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances
recommended
RequiredOfficial application form or online application
Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed
Use the current form from the official or designated application channel.
RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary
Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it
Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.
Official sourcesUganda Electronic Visa/Permit Application System (official portal)Uganda Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control - Tourist VisaUganda DCIC - Mandatory Online Visa Applications for All Visa-Prone Travellers
Application link included: Uganda Electronic Visa/Permit Application System (official portal)
Open link
/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist eVisa (single entry)USD 50Standard short-stay tourist visa, applied online; non-refundable
Bank/card processing chargeVariesPayment gateway/bank charge added at checkout
East Africa Tourist Visa (alternative)USD 100Multiple-entry, covers Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda for 90 days; use if visiting all three
Total estimateUSD 50 — USD 100incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard online eVisa processing
2-3 business days
Apply on the official portal; decision normally within 2-3 business days, after which the approval letter is emailed.
Apply early before travel
1-2 weeks ahead
Submit well in advance to allow for any document requests or delays, since there is no visa on arrival.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
No visa-waiver agreement
Germany has no visa-exemption arrangement with Uganda, so German ordinary passport holders need a visa for any tourist visit.
High
/02
Visa on arrival discontinued
Uganda requires all visa-prone travellers to obtain a Travel Authorisation/Visa Approval Letter online before boarding; visas are not issued on arrival.
High
/03
Missing yellow fever certificate
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is mandatory for entry and may be checked by health officials; without it entry can be refused.
Medium
/04
Passport validity under 6 months
The passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the arrival date, or the application/entry may be denied.
Medium
/05
Using unofficial websites
Third-party sites posing as the official portal charge inflated processing fees and can delay or jeopardise applications.
Medium
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30 · major
Germany to Uganda route verified
Confirmed eVisa requirement for German ordinary passport holders against the official Uganda E-Immigration portal, the DCIC tourist visa page, and UK FCDO guidance: no visa on arrival, USD 50 single-entry tourist eVisa, 90-day stay, yellow fever certificate mandatory.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Can German citizens get a visa on arrival in Uganda?—
No. Uganda has discontinued visa on arrival for visa-prone travellers. German passport holders must apply for the eVisa online and obtain a Visa Approval Letter before travelling.
How much does the Uganda tourist eVisa cost?+
How long does it take to get the eVisa?+
Is a yellow fever certificate required?+
How long can I stay on the tourist eVisa?+
Which website should I use to apply?+
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