Uganda
General visa requirements for travelling to Uganda. These policies apply to all nationalities unless a country-specific policy exists.
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Student visa (Student Pass)
Applies to all nationalities · Last updated: 25 June 2026
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
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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.
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Purpose of visit
For full-time study at a recognized educational institution in Uganda. Must have letter of admission for a full-time course.
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Age
Available to foreign nationals above the age of 4 years enrolled in a learning institution.
Max age: 999; Min age: 4
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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
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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, 2x2 inches
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements or sponsor letter showing financial means to support studies; 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: University accommodation or rental agreement; 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: No
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Admission letter
Must be notarized: No; Must be original: Yes; Must show program dates: Yes
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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/
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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 (free for EAC nationals)
How to apply
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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.
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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.
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Fee payment
Pay the visa fee of $100 USD online using credit or debit card. East African nationals are exempt from this fee.
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Processing wait
Wait for student pass processing. Applications typically take 7-10 business days to process.
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Visa collection
Download and print your approved student pass. Present it at port of entry along with passport, yellow fever certificate, and admission letter.