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Yes, you do need a visa to enter Uganda. (frequently asked questions). All travellers must apply for a visa online before travel to Uganda using this link UGANDA E-IMMIGRATION SYSTEM. Single Entry/Tourist Visa costs USD$50. East Africa Tourist Visa costs USD$100 – permits entry to Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya Valid for 90 days. Visa is applied and fees paid for online. If you are planning to combine Uganda with a visit to Kenya or Rwanda, we recommend you apply for the East African Tourist Visa. This visa costs $100 USD per person and allows 90-day multiple entries into Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya. Please note that if acquiring the East African Visa before travel, your first entry must be the country through which you applied for the visa.Varius massa maecenas et id dictumst mattis. Donec fringilla ac parturient posuere id phasellus erat elementum nullam lacus cursus rhoncus parturient vitae praesent quisque nascetur molestie quis

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 have become the peak tourist seasons and advance booking (sometimes a year ahead) if planning to travel around this time is highly recommended. The rains here come in average downpours, so even if you planned to come during the rainy months of October – November or April – May, you would still have a great tour experience.

Uganda has had a turbulent history but currently, the country is safe to visit, stable and welcoming. Uganda’s hospitality is legendary and you will be warmly welcomed everywhere you go. All our national parks and wildlife reserves are well protected by the Uganda Wildlife Authority Rangers and a Tourism Police force has been created to ensure safety and security of all tourists, tourist attractions, sites and facilities in Uganda. If you are unsure about safety during your planned travel to Uganda, please contact Chigo Tours Africa. Your safety is our absolute priority and you can rest assured that we will always give you the best travel advice about Uganda.

We do recommend you take out travel insurance before commencing on your journey to Uganda. Medical insurance is also a must-have. vitae praesent quisque nascetur molestie quis

Entebbe Airport (EBB) is Uganda’s main international airport. International airlines that connect to Entebbe include; Uganda Airlines, KLM-Airfrance, Delta, Brussels Airlines, Turkish, Kenya Airways, Ethiopian, South African, Rwanda Air and Aerolink for domestic flights. For more information https://entebbe-airport.com/flight-information/

Most banks have ATM Machines in most cities in Uganda. Visa and other credit card withdrawals are accepted among many ATMs. 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. Maximum to withdraw may depend on your card issuing bank limitation. VISA Mastercard, JCB & AMEX can also be used in some establishments in Kampala and Many upcountry lodges in national parks are beginning to accept these cards. Please note that only a few banks ATM accept Mastercard. Besides we advise our clients to carry some cash (US dollars preferred) in larger denominations (100s,50s). We suggest you do not bring smaller bills ( 1, 5,10) because they attract a very low exchange rate. On arrival, our guide can always recommend where to have money changed for your personal use on tour. Again note that if you are paying in USD cash in Uganda, older issued US notes will not be accepted, it is best to take US dollars issued 2013 or later.

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