East African Tourist Visa (Multiple Entry)
e-Visa
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Processing time
- 7-10 business days
- Fee
- $100 USD
- Validity
- 90 days from date of issue
- Entry
- Multiple entry
The East African Tourist Visa (EATV) allows travel to Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda with multiple entries within the three countries. The visa is valid for 90 days and costs $100 USD. Travelers must begin their tour from the country where the visa was issued. Citizens of Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda are exempt as they enjoy visa-free travel within EAC. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers over 1 year of age.
Eligibility
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Nationality
Open to all nationalities except citizens of Kenya, Rwanda, and Uganda who already have visa-free access within EAC.
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Purpose of visit
Specifically for tourism purposes only. Allows multiple entries within Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda during the 90-day validity period. Employment is not permitted.
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Financial
Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to support yourself throughout your stay in the three countries.
Minimum funds: Not specified but proof required
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Health
Must have valid yellow fever vaccination certificate. Vaccination must be received at least 10 days before arrival.
Required vaccinations: Yellow Fever (mandatory for all travelers over 1 year of age)
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size photo, white background, no glasses, caps, or head scarves (unless for religious reasons)
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements or sponsor letter showing ability to support yourself financially; Minimum amount: Not specified
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Accommodation proof
Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.
Accepted types: Hotel bookings or invitation letter; Must cover full stay: No
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Flight reservation
Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.
Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: Yes
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: East African Tourist Visa Application; Form url: https://visas.immigration.go.ug/
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Cover letter
Explain the purpose of travel, travel dates, who will pay, and why you will leave before the visa or permission expires.
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Vaccination certificate
Required vaccines: Yellow Fever; Validity months: 120
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card (online payment only); Amount: $100 USD
How to apply
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Online application
Complete the East African Tourist Visa application at the official immigration portal. Select Uganda, Kenya, or Rwanda as your first entry point. Upload required documents including passport, photo, and yellow fever certificate.
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Document gathering
Prepare application letter stating purpose of visit, proof of financial means (bank statements or sponsor letter), flight reservations, and accommodation proof.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa fee of $100 USD online using credit or debit card. Note that visa fees are non-refundable and subject to bank charges.
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Processing wait
Wait for visa processing. Processing typically takes 7-10 business days. Apply well in advance of your travel date.
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Visa collection
Download and print your approved e-visa. You must begin your tour from the country where the visa was issued. Present the printed visa at the port of entry along with passport and yellow fever certificate.