The Government of Uganda has officially announced that citizens from 40 countries and territories, including Kenya, can now enter Uganda without a visa. This new policy aims to promote tourism, business, and cultural exchange, making travel to Uganda simpler and more accessible.

Who Is Eligible:

Nationals from the 40 visa-exempt countries

Citizens holding Conventional Travel Documents (CTDs) from these countries

Purpose of Policy:
According to Uganda’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and the Directorate of Citizenship and Immigration Control, the visa-free policy is intended to:

Boost tourism

Strengthen regional and international economic ties

Facilitate easier travel for business and cultural exchange

According to the government of Uganda, this provision facilitates smoother travel and reflects Uganda’s continued commitment to promoting regional integration, tourism, trade, and people-to-people connectivity.

Full List of Countries with Visa Free entry to Uganda:

East African neighbors: Kenya, Rwanda, United Republic of Tanzania, South Sudan, Burundi, Eritrea

Other African countries: Botswana, Ghana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mauritius, Seychelles, Malawi, Madagascar, Lesotho, Comoros, DRC, Gambia, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, Swaziland 

Non-African countries: United Arab Emirates (UAE), Malaysia, Singapore, Ireland, Malta, Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Belize, Fiji, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Cyprus, Grenada, Jamaica, Solomon Islands, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Vanuatu, Hong Kong SAR

Travel Tip:
Visa-free travelers can enter Uganda for tourism, business, or cultural purposes, and those holding CTDs from eligible countries are also covered under the scheme.


This initiative positions Uganda as a more open and accessible travel destination, aligning with the nation’s vision to strengthen regional integration and international cooperation.