Student visa · Macao to Uganda

Student Pass

e-Visa

Maximum stay
365 days
Processing time
7-10 business days
Fee
$100 USD
Validity
3 months, 6 months, or 12 months
Entry
Single entry

Student pass is granted to foreign nationals above the age of 4 years enrolled in a learning institution in Uganda. Can be issued for 3 months, 6 months, or 12 months. East African nationals (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania) are exempted from the visa fee. Requires letter of admission from a recognized Ugandan educational institution. Yellow fever vaccination is mandatory for all travelers over 1 year of age.

Eligibility

  • Nationality

    Open to all nationalities. East African Community nationals (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania) are exempt from the fee but must still obtain the student pass.

  • Purpose of visit

    For full-time study at a recognized educational institution in Uganda. Must have letter of admission for a full-time course.

    Includes
    • Full-time study at recognized Ugandan educational institution
  • Age

    Available to foreign nationals above the age of 4 years enrolled in a learning institution.

    Max age: 999; Min age: 4

  • Financial

    Must demonstrate sufficient financial means to support yourself during your studies in Uganda through bank statements or sponsor letter.

    Minimum funds: Not specified but proof required

  • 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

  • Passport

    Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6

  • Photo

    Count: 1; Specifications: Recent passport-size photo, white background, 2x2 inches

  • Proof of funds

    Accepted forms: Bank statements or sponsor letter showing financial means to support studies; Minimum amount: Not specified

  • Accommodation proof

    Provide hotel booking, tenancy evidence or host details that cover the planned stay.

    Accepted types: University accommodation or rental agreement; Must cover full stay: No

  • Flight reservation

    Provide flight booking or itinerary evidence when the route asks for travel plans.

    Must be confirmed: No; Must show return: No

  • Admission letter

    Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes

  • Application form

    Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.

    Form name: Student Pass Application; Form url: https://visas.immigration.go.ug/

  • Vaccination certificate

    Required vaccines: Yellow Fever; Validity months: 120

  • Visa fee payment

    Accepted methods: Credit card, debit card (online payment only); Amount: $100 USD (free for EAC nationals)

How to apply

  1. Document gathering

    Gather required documents: valid passport, letter of admission from recognized Ugandan institution, recent passport photo, proof of financial means, accommodation proof, flight reservation, and yellow fever certificate.

  2. Online application

    Complete the student pass application at the official Uganda immigration portal. Upload all required documents including passport bio-data page, admission letter, photograph, financial proof, and yellow fever certificate.

  3. Fee payment

    Pay the visa fee of $100 USD online using credit or debit card. East African nationals are exempt from this fee.

  4. Processing wait

    Wait for student pass processing. Applications typically take 7-10 business days to process.

  5. Visa collection

    Download and print your approved student pass. Present it at port of entry along with passport, yellow fever certificate, and admission letter.

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This information is general guidance only and can change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before making travel plans. Contact [email protected] for help.

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