Uganda visa requirements for Singaporeans

Travel and visa requirements

Ugandan Visa is not required for Singaporeans

Stay Duration: 90 days

Entry Requirements

  • Singaporeans can visit Uganda for up to three months without a visa
  • Visitors must hold a passport valid for six months.
  • Children under the age of 5 are required to have a Polio vaccination certificate.
  • A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate is required from all individuals visiting Uganda.
  • There are no restrictions on exporting a moderate quantity of perfume, alcoholic drinks, tobacco and tobacco products, or either of them.
  • Travellers must have enough money to cover the expenses of their stay.
  • Travellers must provide return or onward tickets upon entry into Uganda.
  • The import and export of local currency (Uganda Shilling-UGX) are prohibited, but there are no restrictions on importing foreign currencies as long as declared upon arrival.
  • Cats and dogs must be accompanied by an official certificate of veterinary health that is issued in the home country not earlier than 6 days before the date of arrival in Uganda.
  • It is illegal to take photos of security forces, diplomatic sites, government installations, airports or the Owen Falls Dam.
  • All travellers are not required to pay any airport tax upon departing from the airport.
  • Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways are the most popular airlines when flying from Singapore to Uganda.
  • The total flight duration from Singapore to Uganda is 10 hours, 26 minutes.
  • Time zone in Uganda (GMT+3). Hence, Singapore is 5 hours ahead of Uganda
  • In Uganda the power plugs and sockets are of type G. The standard voltage is 240 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
  • The official languages are English and Swahili although, Luganda, a central language, is widely spoken across the country. Several other languages are also spoken including Runyoro, Runyankole, Rukiga, Luo and Lusoga.
  • Road transportation is the most important way of transportation in Uganda. 95% of freight and passenger traffic is handled by road traffic.
  • Christians made up about 85 per cent of Uganda's population, with Muslims making up nearly 14%.
  • Tourist attractions in Uganda include national game parks, game reserves, traditional sites, and natural tropical forests.
  • Game viewing is the most popular tourist activity in Uganda. Wild animals like lions, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, elephants are common in Uganda’s ten national parks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uganda safe?

Uganda is one of the safest and most welcoming countries in Africa but  visitors are advised  to follow certain security and safety guidelines.

When is the best time to visit Uganda?
Uganda’s weather is generally very pleasant all year round. The dry seasons are from December to January, thought mid-March and June to mid-September. These are the peak tourist seasons  if planning to travel to Uganda this time is highly recommended.
Can I use my ATM, credit card or cash only while in Uganda?

There are ATM Machines in most cities in Uganda. Visa and other credit card withdrawals are also accepted. You can withdraw a limited amount in local shillings and some USD to a daily maximum equivalent to about $800 at the days’ exchange rate.