UGANDA VISA REQUIREMENTS FOR NIGERIAN CITIZENS

Please note: The Uganda visa for Nigerian citizens is not currently available on our platform. We hope you will soon be able to apply again. Meanwhile, you can read below the visa requirements and everything you need for this application, so you will be ready once the visa is available.

Nigerian citizens are eligible to apply for a Uganda Visa online. This means you do not have to go to the nearest Ugandan diplomatic mission or embassy to get your visa. The process is via the eVisa system, so you must provide some documents. Once you have a completed application form, you can submit it and wait for the Uganda visa to arrive in your email.

iVisa will help you get the travel permit hassle-free. All you have to do is to meet some requirements. We do the hard work, and you can plan your trip relaxed. Read below the entry requirements for Nigerian citizens, the steps to apply for a Uganda visa, and everything visitors need to enter Uganda.

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Uganda Visa For Nigeria: Frequently Asked Questions

I'M FROM NIGERIA. DO I NEED A VISA FOR UGANDA?

Yes, you need an Uganda visa to visit the country. The good news is that you are eligible to apply online for an Uganda eVisa. With a few clicks and meeting the Uganda visa requirements, you can submit a visa application for a Uganda Tourist Visa, East Africa Visa, or Transit visa. There is no need for an appointment with an immigration officer at the embassy.

HOW MANY TYPES OF UGANDA E-VISAS ARE THERE FOR NIGERIANS?

Nigerians need a visa to enter Uganda, but there are three simple options to get the document online:

Each has different benefits according to what the Nigerian citizen needs to do in Uganda.

WHAT IS THE EAST AFRICA VISA?

Do you need to visit Uganda multiple times in a short period? Do you travel to Uganda, but also Kenya and Rwanda? Then, the East Africa Visa is the best option for you. This visa allows visitors to enter the Republic of Kenya, the Republic of Rwanda, and the Republic of Uganda** for tourism. A single travel document to visit the three African countries, with the entire application process online.

Once you successfully apply, you will receive the document via email. Then you can print it and carry this travel authorization with you. It's a multiple-entry visa, valid for 90 days after arrival. In these three countries, Nigerian citizens can stay for a maximum of 90 days in total.

Be aware that applicants must not have another current Rwanda, Kenya, or Uganda visa to apply for this permit.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY FOR THE EAST AFRICA VISA

Nigerian passport holders need to provide the following documents to apply for the East Africa Visa:

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Passport Personal Details Scan (a passport valid for at least six months after arrival)
Last Page of your Passport (if applicable)
Yellow Fever vaccine certificate
Travel itinerary
Return ticket
Invitation Letter (if applicable)
Valid email address
Credit or debit card to pay the fee

Sometimes, authorities may ask for additional documents, like proof of hotel accommodation. If it is the case, iVisa will contact you and help you get everything for a successful application.

WHAT ARE THE PRICES AND PROCESSING TIMES OF THE EAST AFRICA VISA?

If you apply through iVisa, the processing time and visa fees for the East Africa Visa will depend upon how fast you need your document:

Standard processing time: You can receive the visa in 6 Business Days for a fee of USD 154.99.
Rush processing service: iVisa can process your visa a little faster, in 4 Business Days, for a fee of USD 192.99.
Super Rush processing time: If you are in a hurry, the best option is to get the document in only 2 Business Days for a fee of USD 234.99.

WHAT IS THE TOURIST EVISA?

Suppose you will enjoy a vacation trip in Uganda. This is another option for Nigerians to enter the country. Most international travelers are eligible to apply for this Uganda visa for tourists online. The process is simple: filling out the form on the iVisa application page and receiving a single-entry visa via email.

The Tourist eVisa has a 90-day validity after being issued. The document allows a maximum stay of 45 days in total, and citizens of Nigeria can enter Uganda a single time with it. It's important to know that applicants can't have any other current Uganda Visa to apply for this Tourist eVisa.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY FOR A TOURIST VISA?

Tourists from Nigeria must have on hand the following documents to fill out the Tourist eVisa application:

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Passport Personal Details Scan (clear passport number)
Last Page of the Passport (if applicable)
Yellow fever vaccination certificate
Invitation Letter (if applicable)
The immigration status of the host (Purpose of travel: Family Visit) (if applicable)
Return flight ticket (if applicable)
Supporting document for a visit (e.g., Medical) (if applicable)
Cover letter detailing the purpose of the visit (if applicable)
Valid email address
Payment method for the fees (credit or debit card)

WHAT ARE THE PRICES AND PROCESSING TIMES OF THE UGANDA TOURIST EVISA?

You can choose one of the processing times and fees below to get your Uganda Tourist Visa online:

Standard processing time: Get your Tourist e-Visa in 6 Business Days for a fee of USD 103.49.
Rush processing service: You can get the visa in 4 Business Days for a fee of USD 141.49.
Super Rush processing time: For those urgently needing a Uganda Tourist e-Visa, iVisa offers this option, which takes only 3 Business Days for a fee of USD 183.49.

WHAT IS THE UGANDA TRANSIT EVISA?

Uganda is not your destination country; you only have a stopover but want to leave the Entebbe International Airport transit area. In this case, you must apply for the Uganda Transit Visa. Nigerian citizens applying for this eVisa must have confirmed onward tickets for a third country or other acceptable plans to depart Uganda within two days after arrival.

Applicants will receive their visas via email after filling out the form on iVisa application page. Keep in mind that the Transit eVisa is an official document that allows Nigerian passport holders to transit through Uganda. This will enable them to enter and exit the country within two days. You should apply for a Uganda tourist visa to stay longer than that.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO APPLY FOR THE UGANDA TRANSIT EVISA

Travelers from Nigeria have to provide the following Uganda visa requirements to apply for the Transit Visa:

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Passport Personal Details Scan
Last Page of the Passport (if applicable)
Yellow Fever vaccination certificate
A letter stating the reason for transit and country of destination
Valid email address
Credit or debit card to pay the Uganda visa fee

WHAT ARE THE PRICES AND PROCESSING TIMES OF THE UGANDA TRANSIT EVISA?

iVisa offers three different processing times and fees for visitors applying for the Uganda Transit e-Visa:

Standard processing time: You can obtain the Transit e-Visa in just 7 Business Days for a fee of USD 103.49.
Rush processing service: You can receive the e-Visa a bit faster, in 5 Business Days, for a cost of USD 141.49.
Super Rush processing time: We offer this option for travelers needing a Transit e-Visa urgently, which takes only 3 Business Days and costs USD 183.49.

HOW TO FILL OUT THE UGANDA VISA APPLICATION FORM

The East African e-Visa, Uganda e-Visa, or Transit Visa have similar application steps. The difference is the information and requirements you must submit (check them above). You must follow the instructions to submit your application:

First, read all the information and complete the form with your details. Then, choose the preferred processing time for your visa.
Second, double-check your information to avoid any mistakes. After that, introduce a payment method for the service fee.
Third, attach any other documents and click on the 'submit' button to apply for your e-Visa. You will receive a receipt and confirmation of the final document in your email. If you have any doubts, you can count on one of our iVisa experts to help you during the process.

CAN I TRUST IVISA?

Yes, you can! We have strict security guidelines to keep all your information safe. We've been in the travel document industry for a long time. However, if you still don't believe us, read what our previous customers have said about our services in the user reviews section.

I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS. HOW CAN I CONTACT IVISA?

Suppose you still have any concerns about the travel documents or requirements for citizens of Nigeria to visit Uganda. In that case, you can chat with our experts from customer service or send an email to [email protected].

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