East Africa Tourist Visa sticker issued by Kenya or Rwanda is accepted to enter Uganda if the passenger has first entered the country which has issued the visa. It is a multiple entry visa and is valid for 90 days. EAST AFRICAN TOURIST ETA (Electronic Travel Authorization) issued by Kenya is NOT accepted for travel to Uganda.
Passport Validity
A passport or any other standard travel document accepted for entry into Uganda should be valid for a minimum of 6 months from the date of arrival.
Interstate Pass
Passengers using an interstate pass should have it verified and stamped by immigration authorities in Kenya or Rwanda.
Uganda Visa Requirements
If you need a visa to enter Uganda, you must have an approved visa before boarding your flight.
From 25 February 2026, eligible passengers without an ETA will not be able to board their flight and cannot legally travel to the UK.
eVisa (Digital Immigration Status)
The UK is replacing physical immigration documents with digital eVisas.
You should take action if:
You have an expired Biometric Residence Permit( BRP) or Biometric Residence Card( BRC) or have status under the EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) → Create a UK Visa and Immigration Account to access your eVisa before you travel : www.gov.uk/eVisa
You have Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) proven by a visa stamp or vignette → Apply for a free No Time Limit application to get an eVisa
From 25th February 2026, eligible passengers without an eVisa may experience inconvenience and delays when travelling to the UK as additional checks may be required to confirm their UK immigration status, and they may be denied boarding.
If you have any further questions regarding your travel/transit via UK, visit www.gov.uk
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