Maximum Alerts / Uganda
Level published by the State Department on 03.06.2026 · read 16 October 2026 · source checked daily
Uganda — official level as of 16 October 2026: Level 4/4 ("Do Not Travel"), from the U.S. Department of State. Maximum Insurance covers this country: hospital settled directly, unlimited repatriation, EUR 1.5M, certificate on payment.
Every country has its own scale, so we ask them all the same question: is the whole country advised against?
An advisory covering only areas of the country does not raise the answer: it stays “No”, and the area is shown in the relevant column.
The level shown on this page — and across this site — is the one published by the U.S. State Department, from 1 (normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel). France and the United Kingdom publish their own advisories, with their own rules: they add to that level, they do not replace it.
You will be alerted only on the day the official level of this country changes.
4 recorded incidents (UCDP)hover, click to open it in the briefing
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: +41 22 ••• •• •• — 24/7 support number, an adviser stays with you to the end.
The 207 country pages — hospitals, pharmacies, police, embassies, emergency numbers, official advice from four governments, health, safety in figures, events in progress — read around the city you name. Your policy — benefits, the six steps, claims, articles. The site — prices, certificate, subscription. Nothing else: what it does not know, it says so and hands you to an adviser.
What I say on the phone
What to do, in this order
In immediate danger, call local emergency services first. Then contact assistance without delay; before engaging a service, seek approval under your policy. Cover is confirmed by the insurer.
Ask assistance where to get care and whether direct cover can be arranged. It confirms the facility and seeks the insurer's approval under your policy. In immediate danger, call local emergency services first.
Even for a pain you meant to shrug off. Without a medical certificate written on the spot, the same day, the insurer cannot cover the event — a certificate written after you return does not count.
The hospital desk sends the request to assistance. Direct payment depends on the insurer's approval and the policy; the call alone does not guarantee it. Have the response confirmed before relying on no up-front payment.
In a life-threatening emergency, call local emergency services immediately. For an arranged transfer or repatriation, contact assistance: the insurer's medical team decides on measures under the policy. A medical flight booked without approval may not be reimbursed.
Even if everything went well on the ground. Send your invoices and the medical report within 30 days; after that, compensation may be reduced or refused.
Reading hospitals, doctors and pharmacies around this point…
List read from OpenStreetMap on 11.10.2026, not read again since: these facilities may have changed.
Country dial code: +256
OpenStreetMap list read on 11.10.2026, straight-line distances. In an emergency: +41 22 ••• •• ••.
near Kimathi Avenue
near Kibuli Road
near Kanjokya Street
PH,Mo-Su 07:00-23:00
near Bukoto Street
near Senyondo Close
near church to church road
near Kimathi Avenue
near Kampala Road
near George Street
near Jinja Road
near De Winton Road
near De Winton Road
near Kampala Road
Ben Kiwanuka Road kampala
near Jinja Road
near Bulaimu Kibirige Road
near Mackay Lane
near Martin Road
near Rashid Khamis Road
near Martin Road
near Kibuli Road
near Buganda Road
35-37 Bombo Road Kampala
Buganda Road Kampala
near Wandegeya Road
24/7
Buganda Road Kampala
Buganda Road Kampala
near Kagugube Road
9:00-24:00
near Haji Musa Kasule Road
near Mbogo Road
near Sir Apollo Kaggwa Road
near Cooper Road
near Hoima Road
near Tank Hill Road
near Tank Hill Road
near Sir Apollo Kaggwa Road
near Nabunya Road
near Nawuwongo Road
near H. Mukiibi Road
near Naguru Avenue
Sir Apollo Kaggwa Road Kampala
24/7
near Naguru Avenue
near Diplomat Road
near Nawuwongo Road
near Stensera Road
near Habitat Rise
near Nakasero Road
Nakasero Road Kampala
Mo-Th 08:30-13:00, 14:00-16:00; Fr 08:30-13:00
16 Nile Avenue Kampala
near Kimathi Avenue
Tu 14:00 - 17:00; Th 14:00-17:00
near Kintu Road
Mo-Fr 09:00-16:30
15A Nakasero Road Kampala
17-23 Hannington Road Kamapala
Mo-Th 07:30-16:30;Fr 07:30-13:30
near Shimoni Road
40 Kyadondo Road Kampala
Kampala
Mo-Fr 09:00-17:00
21 Nakasero Road Kampala
Mo-Th 08:30-16:00; Fr 08:30-13:00
near Nakasero Lane
Mo-Fr 7:00-23:00; Sa 8:00-24:00; Su 10:00-23:00
near Kimathi Avenue
Kampala
near Old Portbell Road
near Prince Charles Drive
near Jinja Road
near Northcote Road
near West Road
near Ggaba Road
near Kisugu Road
near Mobutu Road
near Estate Road
near Kawaala Road
near Police Lane
near Station Approach
near Buganda Road
Entebbe Road
near Johnson Street
near Allen Road
near Namirembe Road
near De Winton Road
near Pilkington Road
near Colville Street
near De Winton Rise
near Yusuf Lule Road
near Yusuf Lule Road
near Haji Musa Kasule Road
near Mbogo Road
near Kibuli Road
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
10-16 1.3 · 10-17 1.9 · 10-18 3.5 · 10-19 3.0 · 10-20 4.4 · 10-21 4.8 · 10-22 4.4 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
No geolocated event in this country at this reading.
4 incidents recorded in the country, all pinned on the map above (zoom out) — the 4 closest to Kampala are listed here, nearest first.
Source: UCDP — GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv. Closed period, Clear coding, precise location.
National numbers (Wikidata, 2026 reading). On site, call local emergency services first, then Maximum: the insurer sends its payment guarantee to the hospital.
Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include Chickenpox (Varicella) Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis (DTaP, Tdap, or Td) Flu (influenza) Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) Polio Shingles
All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see Your COVID-19 Vaccination for more information.
Areas of active cholera transmission are localized to Adjumani (last case reported 9-12 months ago) and Amuru (last case reported 9-12 months ago) in Uganda. Cholera is rare in travelers. Certain factors may increase the risk of getting cholera or having severe disease ( more information ). Avoiding unsafe food and water and washing your hands can also help prevent cholera.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to Uganda. Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series. Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.
Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Uganda. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Uganda.
CDC recommends that travelers going to Uganda take prescription medicine to prevent malaria. Depending on the medicine you take, you will need to start taking this medicine multiple days before your trip, as well as during and after your trip. Talk to your doctor about which malaria medication you should take. Transmission areas All Drug resistance 1 Chloroquine Species P. falciparum (primarily) P. malariae , P.
Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.
Recommended for travelers 2 months old or older traveling to areas of Uganda that are part of the meningitis belt during the dry season (roughly December to June).
Monkeypox vaccination is recommended for any adult who anticipates any of the following activities during travel: Sexual or intimate contact with a new partner Sexual or intimate contact at a commercial sex venue, like a sex club or bathhouse Sexual or intimate contact in exchange for money, goods, drugs, or other trade Sexual or intimate contact in association with a large public event, such as a rave, party, or…
Dogs infected with rabies are commonly found in Uganda. Rabies is also present in some terrestrial wildlife species. If rabies exposures occur while in Uganda, rabies vaccines may only be available in larger suburban/urban medical facilities.
Recommended for most travelers. Typhoid vaccine is not 100% effective. Practicing safe food and water habits , including washing hands at key times , can also help prevent typhoid fever .
CDC recommendations: Vaccine is recommended for all travelers ≥9 months old. Country entry requirements: Vaccine is required for all arriving travelers ≥1 year old. Updated April 23, 2025
CDC Travelers' Health, re-read weekly — the recommendation depends on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm it with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure.CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
High incidence: a long stay or time in care settings warrants a test on return.
Average coverage: two up-to-date MMR doses remain the rule.
Strong transmission: discuss preventive treatment with a doctor before leaving; bed net and repellent on site.
World Bank — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Source: France Diplomatie (health advice, in French).
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
WHO — outbreaks reported for this country (last 24 months)
FDFA (Switzerland) — medical care, in French
L'accès aux soins médicaux n'est pas garanti. Les hôpitaux exigent une garantie financière avant de commencer un traitement (carte de crédit ou paiement d’avance). Il peut être utile d'avoir son propre matériel de pansements et des seringues à usage unique. En cas de maladie ou de blessure grave, il est recommandé de retourner en Suisse pour se faire soigner. Si vous prenez régulièrement des médicaments , emportez-en une quantité suffisante avec vous. N’oubliez toutefois pas que l’importation de médicaments contenant des stupéfiants (p. ex. méthadone) ou l'importation de substances utilisées pour traiter des troubles psychiques est soumise à des prescriptions spéciales dans de nombreux pays. Le cas échéant, renseignez-vous à ce sujet, avant le départ, auprès de la représentation étrangère compétente (ambassade ou consulat) et consultez la rubrique Liens voyages , où vous trouverez, entre autres, de plus amples informations sur ce thème ainsi que sur la médecine du voyage en général. Les informations concernant la propagation de maladies et les éventuelles mesures de protection à prendre sont fournies par le personnel médical et les centres de vaccination. Liens voyages
France Diplomatiesource ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Consulter si besoin son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) pour faire une évaluation de son état de santé et bénéficier de recommandations sanitaires, notamment sur les vaccinations. Consulter éventuellement son dentiste avant le départ.
Constituer sa pharmacie personnelle en conséquence et n’emporter dans ses bagages que les médicaments strictement nécessaires ; ne jamais consommer de médicaments achetés dans la rue (risque de contrefaçons). Les médicaments doivent être dans leur emballage d’origine avec les étiquettes originales, accompagnés d’une ordonnance portant le nom des médicaments en dénomination commune internationale (DCI). Il est indispensable de vérifier que les médicaments concernés sont autorisés dans le pays visité : pour plus d’informations, consulter la fiche Informations pratiques .
Les vaccins recommandés en France sont également indispensables lors d’un séjour à l’étranger : les maladies qu’ils préviennent circulent partout dans le monde, parfois même plus fréquemment qu’en France. Avant tout départ, le voyageur (adulte et enfant) doit donc d’abord s’assurer d’être à jour du calendrier vaccinal français, en particulier des vaccins contre la diphtérie, le tétanos, la poliomyélite, la coqueluche mais aussi contre la rougeole. Le carnet de vaccination peut être demandé à l’arrivée de certains pays.
Des vaccinations complémentaires peuvent être nécessaires :
Il est donc conseillé de consulter son médecin traitant ou un centre de vaccinations internationales (médecine des voyages) suffisamment de temps avant le voyage.
La chikungunya est une maladie virale transmise par l’intermédiaire de moustiques infectés. Cette maladie se manifeste par l’apparition de symptômes grippaux (fièvre, douleurs musculaires et articulaires). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin ; le traitement est uniquement symptomatique. Les moyens de prévention reposent sur la vaccination et la protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. Il est conseillé avant le départ de se référer à son médecin traitant et/ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.
Pour plus d’informations , consulter la rubrique risques sanitaires .
La dengue est une maladie virale transmise par piqûres de moustiques. Les symptômes sont de type grippal (fièvre, maux de tête, courbatures, parfois éruption cutanée). En cas de signes cliniques, il est impératif de consulter immédiatement un médecin. Il n’existe pas de traitement curatif. La prise en charge médicale repose uniquement sur le traitement des symptômes. Il faut impérativement éviter la prise d’anti-inflammatoire. La prévention individuelle repose essentiellement sur les moyens de protection contre les piqûres de moustiques. La vaccination des voyageurs peut être indiquée dans certains cas. Il est conseillé de se référer, avant son départ, à son médecin traitant et /ou à un centre de vaccination internationale.
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère de la Santé et le site de l’Organisation mondiale de la Santé .
La fièvre de la vallée du Rift est une maladie principalement animale due à un virus qui peut occasionnellement infecter les humains. La transmission résulte d’un contact direct ou indirect avec des fluides corporels d’animaux contaminés mais peut…
La bilharziose ou schistosomiase est une maladie parasitaire fréquente causée par des vers plats. La transmission se fait par contact avec des eaux douces contaminées ou des larves du parasite pénètrent la peau. Leurs œufs sont ensuite excrétés par l’urine ou les selles, contaminant à nouveau l’environnement. Dans sa forme aiguë, la maladie peut provoquer des démangeaisons cutanées, de la fièvre, des douleurs musculaires et abdominales. Lorsqu’elle devient chronique, elle entraîne des complications plus graves de type urogénital (sang dans les urines) et/ou de type intestinal (diarrhée, douleurs abdominales). En l’absence de traitement, la bilharziose peut entrainer des lésions graves et invalidantes, un cancer de la vessie ou une atteinte hépatique, voire même le décès. Le traitement repose sur la prise d’un antiparasitaire, administré par voie orale. Il est recommandé de consulter un médecin au moindre signe évocateur. Pour prévenir cette maladie, il est essentiel d’éviter le contact avec des eaux suspectes.
Pour plus d’informations , consulter le site de l'Organisation mondiale de la Santé .
La bilharziose est une maladie chronique provoquée par des parasites, présente en Ouganda dans le lac Victoria notamment.
Le choléra est une infection digestive bactérienne qui se transmet par ingestion d’aliments mal cuits (fruits de mer, par exemple) ou souillés (fruits et légumes) et/ ou ingestion d’eau contaminée. Cette maladie, dite « des mains sales », se traduit par des troubles digestifs sévères (diarrhée liquide abondante, crampes abdominales, vomissements), un état de faiblesse générale et parfois de la fièvre.
La prévention repose sur la vaccination et le respect des règles d’hygiène alimentaire (se laver régulièrement les mains, ne…
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé et le site de l'Assurance Maladie .
Pour plus d’informations, consulter le site du ministère en charge de la Santé .
Health — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Before you travel check that:
This is particularly important if you have a health condition or are pregnant.
Dial 999 and ask for an ambulance.
Medical help at the scene of an accident is likely to be limited, particularly outside Kampala.
Contact your insurance company quickly if you’re referred to a medical facility for treatment.
At least 8 weeks before your trip:
See what health risks you’ll face in Uganda , including:
Altitude sickness is a risk in parts of Uganda. Read more about altitude sickness on TravelHealthPro .
There are occasional Ebola outbreaks in Uganda. On 27 August 2026, the World Health Organisation declared the Uganda Ebola outbreak over. The outbreak in neighbouring DRC continues and the risk of transmission into Uganda remains. Government of Uganda is continuing to implement precautions on Uganda’s border with DRC to reduce this risk. Please see their Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for more details.
TravelHealthPro has information on Ebola Disease in Uganda and general information on Ebola and similar diseases . Some countries still have heightened health screening for travellers from Uganda. Check entry requirements for the country you’re travelling to or transiting.
UK Health Security Agency has Ebola information for humanitarian or healthcare workers .
Only use boiled or bottled water and avoid ice in drinks. Avoid eating food prepared by unlicensed vendors or if you are concerned about kitchen hygiene. See food and water hygiene .
If you are staying in Uganda for a long time, store basic provisions such as drinking water and non-perishable foods at your accommodation, in case of supply problems.
UNAIDS estimate that around 1,400,000 adults aged 15 or over in Uganda are living with HIV. Read more about precautions and how to avoid exposure to HIV or AIDS .
The legal status and regulation of some medicines prescribed or bought in the UK can be different in other countries.
Read best practice when travelling with medicines on TravelHealthPro .
Medical facilities in Uganda are limited, especially outside Kampala. Many popular tourist attractions have poor medical facilities. If you are seriously ill or have an accident, you may need an air ambulance. Make sure you have appropriate travel insurance and accessible funds to cover the cost of any medical treatment abroad and repatriation.
FCDO has a list of medical providers in Uganda where some staff will speak English.
Read FCDO guidance on travel and mental health . There is also mental health guidance on TravelHealthPro .
TravelHealthPro ↗ · CDC ↗read 10.10.2026
Level 2 - Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and UgandaCDC ↗read 10.10.2026CDC recommends practicing enhanced precautions for travel to Uganda or to provinces in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) not affected by the current Bundibugyo virus disease (BVD) outbreak. Country List : Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda Country List : Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda
Places read from OpenStreetMap, within a circle of about 12 km: phone, email, address, website and hours when the source publishes them. No customer reviews, that source has none. Straight-line distances.
Notices vary by bank and vintage — yours prevails. On the right: the Maximum contract (public documents).
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — advises against all but essential travel to the whole country.
an official reading covers the whole country; every trip calls for a written management decision, justified by a pressing reason, with reinforced conditions. The areas quoted without a region (border, routes, localities) call for the same decision.
Global Affairs Canada — Advised against — all travel
Avoid all travel to areas within 50 km of the border with South Sudan due to banditry and cross-border attacks by rebel groups. This advisory excludes visits to national parks when accompanied by a reputable guide and using well-travelled roads.
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Zone frontalière avec la République Démocratique du Congo (RDC)
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Il est formellement déconseillé, en raison de possibles incursions de groupes armés, dont des groupes terroristes, de passer la frontière avec la RDC ou même de s’en approcher hors des parcs, où l’on est systématiquement escortés de gardes-forestiers ou de militaires.
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all travel
Zone frontalière avec le Soudan du Sud — En raison d’incursions régulières de groupes armés venant du Soudan du Sud, de raids sur le bétail, et de la dégradation de la situation au Soudan du Sud, il est formellement déconseillé de pénétrer de cette zone frontalière.
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all but essential travel
Parc national de Semuliki — En raison d’incursions de cellules terroristes depuis la RDC, il est déconseillé sauf raison impérative de se rendre dans la zone du parc national de Semuliki.
France Diplomatie (in French) — Advised against — all but essential travel
Nord-est du pays (province de Karamoja) — La région reste sujette à des troubles frontaliers ainsi qu’à des conflits entre éleveurs de bétail et il est déconseillé de s’y rendre sauf raison impérative.
Global Affairs Canada — Open Government Licence – Canada (13.10.2026) · Foreign Office — Open Government Licence v3.0 · France Diplomatie (11.03.2026) · Natural Earth
Last change: Removal of information about a yellow fever vaccination certificate requirement, as this is no longer mandatory for entry to Uganda ('Entry requirements' page).
Updated 03.06.2026
Do not travel to Uganda due to crime , health , terrorism , and unrest . Please read the full text of the advisory.
The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in Uganda due to the Ebola outbreak.
On May 17, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern .
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its Travel Health Notice for Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease. Review the Travel Health Notice for Ebola for Uganda.
Due to the Ebola outbreak, Uganda has temporarily closed border crossings with DRC. The only exceptions are for authorized Ebola response teams, humanitarian operations, food and cargo transportation, and security under strict health screening and monitoring protocols.
Any person entering Uganda from the DRC must self-quarantine for 21 days under the supervision of the Ministry of Health.
The Ministry of Health issued restrictions on mass gatherings in Kampala and high-risk districts along the DRC border.
Violent crime is a real danger in Uganda. This includes armed robbery, home invasion, and sexual assault. Crime can happen anytime. It is more common in larger cities, the Karamoja region, and along Uganda’s western and northern borders.
Both visitors and residents face these threats. Police struggle to respond to serious crime in most places due to limited resources.
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Uganda. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorist groups have targeted:
These attacks have resulted in the deaths of Ugandans as well as foreign visitors. U.S. citizens should remain alert and avoid large public gatherings.
Protests can happen with little to no warning. They often develop around political issues and events, like elections. Review the Department of State’s Human Rights Report for your destination prior to traveling.
When protests, strikes, and demonstrations turn chaotic, security services respond with force. They have…
Central/Eastern Africa: Ebola Outbreak - May 2026ReliefWeb ↗read 15.10.20262026-05-18
Source: ReliefWeb (OCHA), via HDX — CC BY
10-16 1.3 · 10-17 1.9 · 10-18 3.5 · 10-19 3.0 · 10-20 4.4 · 10-21 4.8 · 10-22 4.4 m³/s
Simulated discharge: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Emergency Management Service information 2026. For information only: this is not a flood warning; only national or regional authorities issue those.
The level is national. Risk areas are in the state advisories below.
1 event located on the map
Over 1 January 2026 → 30 June 2026, UCDP (Uppsala University) recorded 4 geolocated violent incidents in this country, for 8 documented deaths.
Most affected areas
Adjumani district 2 · Kampala district 1 · Wakiso district 1
Most recent incidents
Source: UCDP Georeferenced Event Dataset (Uppsala Conflict Data Program), file GEDEvent_v26_01_26_06.csv, CC BY 4.0 licence. We keep only incidents UCDP codes as "Clear" and whose location is precise enough to be placed — about 58% of the dataset. An incident may be revised, moved or withdrawn by UCDP in a later release: these figures describe a closed period, not a live situation.
Reading: The homicide rate is 15 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 13 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
What we locate on the map are events in progress that have real coordinates: USGS earthquakes, GDACS disasters, NOAA storms and open NASA EONET events. Hover a dot for details, click to open it in this briefing.
French passport — France Diplomatie
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Some areas of the country are formally advised against.France Diplomatie ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Vigilance areas — France Diplomatie (in French) updated 11.03.2026official map ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
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Il est formellement déconseillé, en raison de possibles incursions de groupes armés, dont des groupes terroristes, de passer la frontière avec la RDC ou même de s’en approcher hors des parcs, où l’on est systématiquement escortés de gardes-forestiers ou de militaires. La ville de Bwera et ses alentours sont également formellement déconseillés compte tenu de la poursuite des affrontements de groupes armés de l’autre côté de la frontière et du risque potentiel d’attentat.
En raison d’incursions régulières de groupes armés venant du Soudan du Sud, de raids sur le bétail, et de la dégradation de la situation au Soudan du Sud, il est formellement déconseillé de pénétrer de cette zone frontalière.
En raison d’incursions de cellules terroristes depuis la RDC, il est déconseillé sauf raison impérative de se rendre dans la zone du parc national de Semuliki.
La région reste sujette à des troubles frontaliers ainsi qu’à des conflits entre éleveurs de bétail et il est déconseillé de s’y rendre sauf raison impérative. Il convient d’éviter d’emprunter l’axe routier Moroto-Kotido-Kabong en direction du Parc national de Kidepo, des attaques de véhicules ayant été recensées, en particulier la nuit.
Le reste du pays est placé en zone de vigilance renforcée. Néanmoins, il convient d’être particulièrement attentif dans les zones suivantes :
La criminalité est en augmentation dans la capitale, y compris dans les zones de résidence normalement sécurisées (Kololo, Nakasero, Naguru) et impose de rester vigilant et de prendre des mesures de précaution élémentaires (voir la rubrique recommandations générales infra). Par ailleurs, les interventions de la police locale peuvent parfois être violentes. Il est recommandé de s’éloigner au plus vite des lieux de rassemblements et de manifestations.
Plusieurs vols et actes de violence à l’endroit d’expatriés ont été signalés à Entebbe. Il est recommandé d’être particulièrement vigilant et d’éviter de circuler seul dans les endroits isolés, même de jour.
On recense une hausse récente de la criminalité et de la délinquance. Les ressortissants français sont appelés à la plus grande vigilance lors de leur séjour dans cette ville.
Le parc national Queen Elizabeth, le parc touristique de Rwenzori, la forêt impénétrable de Bwindi doivent faire l’objet d’une vigilance renforcée en cas de visite touristique. Les touristes sont invités à ne pas sortir des sentiers battus et à être accompagnés dans leurs déplacements d’un guide ou d’un ranger.
La haute montagne est une activité à risque élevé (risque d’éboulements, notamment). L’ascension du pic Margherita est technique et dangereuse. Il est fortement recommandé, au minimum, d’avoir la connaissance de l’environnement de haute montagne, ainsi que le niveau technique et physique suffisant. Avant d’envisager toute ascension, il est vivement recommandé de vérifier les conditions météorologiques sur la période et de se renseigner précisément sur l’état de l’accessibilité du pic.
Le sentiment de sécurité en Ouganda peut amener à réduire sa vigilance. Or des vols à l’arraché, cambriolages, braquages parfois avec violence, sont régulièrement recensés, y compris dans les quartiers résidentiels – en particulier lors de la période de Noël.
Des coupeurs de route rançonnant les véhicules ont été signalés la nuit sur les grands axes routiers, notamment à proximité de Kampala et dans la région du Karamoja. Lors de ses déplacements, il convient donc d’être en mesure de rejoindre son lieu d’hébergement avant la tombée de la nuit.
Le nombre d’accidents de la route en Ouganda est particulièrement élevé, surtout la nuit, du fait de l’imprudence des conducteurs, du mauvais état des véhicules, de l’absence d’éclairage public, de la présence régulière de piétons ou animaux sur la chaussée. En l’absence de service d’urgence type SAMU et en raison de l’insuffisance d’infrastructures hospitalières équipées et rodées à la prise en charge des blessés de la route, une extrême prudence s’impose : limiter sa vitesse, éviter de conduire de nuit hors de Kampala, s’assurer de l’état du véhicule en cas de location, et disposer d’une assurance rapatriement sérieuse. De manière générale, les transports collectifs sont dangereux et sont à éviter. Il est recommandé de toujours se munir d’un casque et d’un équipement de protection pour des déplacements en taxis motos (boda-boda).
Pour les déplacements en taxis et en moto-taxis, il est recommandé de passer par une application dédiée afin d’éviter de manipuler de l’argent dans la rue. En général, les conducteurs qui travaillent pour l’application ont été formés et cette dernière dispose d’un bouton d’urgence en cas d’incident ou d’accident.
Compte tenu de la menace persistante des Shebab somaliens et des Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) affiliés à Daesh, il est recommandé d’adopter une attitude de prudence et de vigilance renforcées à l’occasion de déplacements dans les lieux publics très fréquentés, en particulier aux heures et jours d’affluence (églises, centres commerciaux, bars, hôtels, etc.). Hors des villes, éviter de sortir des sentiers battus. Dans les parcs situés près des frontières, il convient d’être toujours accompagnés d’un garde-forestier ou d’un militaire.
Lors de la saison des pluies (mars à juin et septembre à novembre), l’Ouganda peut connaitre des inondations et des glissements de terrains. Le pays présente des zones d’activité sismique régulière. Pour plus d’informations sur la conduite à tenir, consulter la fiche thématique consacrée aux séismes .
L’homosexualité est illégale en Ouganda. L’attention des voyageurs est attirée d’une façon générale sur la grande intolérance, pouvant en certaines circonstances induire des actes de violence, visant les personnes LGBT, qui doivent être invitées à la plus grande prudence dans leurs comportements publics.
Il est recommandé :
Dans les villes :
Prévoir un sac de survie pour les déplacements dans le pays, contenant :
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Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland), in French
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
FDFA update note — Le chapitre Derniers développements a été enlevé (élections présidentielles et législatives) et le chapitre Situation générale a été actualisé. L’appréciation de la situation reste valable de manière inchangée. (published 12.02.2026)
Lors des élections nationales de janvier et février 2026, des manifestations ont éclaté dans plusieurs villes et régions. Des affrontements violents entre manifestants et forces de sécurité se sont produits, faisant plusieurs victimes et causant d'importants dégâts matériels. La situation politique reste tendue et de nouveaux troubles peuvent survenir. Ceux-ci peuvent éclater à court terme et entraîner des restrictions dans la vie publique ainsi que dans le trafic routier. Lors des manifestations, des débordements violents, des barrages routiers et des affrontements avec les forces de sécurité sont possibles. L'utilisation d'armes à feu ne peut être exclue. Il ne peut pas être exclu que les connexions téléphoniques et Internet ainsi que les réseaux sociaux soient temporairement limités. Il y a un risque élevé d’attentats terroristes sur tout le territoire. Exemples (voir également le chapitre Risques régionaux spécifiques):
Faites preuve de vigilance, en particulier dans les lieux publics comme les marchés, les gares routières, les églises, dans les environs de représentations diplomatiques ou de bâtiments du gouvernement et dans les endroits fréquentés par les personnes de nationalités étrangères, tels que des centres commerciaux modernes et des hôtels, en particulier à Kampala. La rubrique terrorisme et enlèvements attire l'attention sur les risques liés au terrorisme. Terrorisme et enlèvements Avant et pendant le voyage, informez-vous au travers des médias et par le biais de votre tour-opérateur sur la situation sécuritaire actuelle. Tenez-vous à l’écart des manifestations et des rassemblements de foule de tout genre et suivez les consignes des autorités locales. Faites preuve de prudence.
La description des zones à risques repose sur des données approximatives; les risques ne peuvent se restreindre à des zones délimitées. Northern Region: Il est déconseillé de se rendre dans les régions frontalières avec le Soudan du Sud et dans l'ensemble des districts de Nakapiripirit, Moroto, Kotido et Kaabong. Des bandes criminelles, des conflits ethniques et des luttes tribales menacent par moment la sécurité dans la Northern Region. Le conflit au Soudan du Sud a des répercussions sur la situation de sécurité dans les régions avoisinantes d’Ouganda. En outre, les risques liés aux mines sont réels. Informez-vous sur les conditions de sécurité auprès des autorités locales avant de vous rendre dans la Northern Region et conformez-vous à leurs instructions. Régions frontalières avec la République démocratique du Congo (Kinshasa): Il est déconseillé de voyager dans les zones frontalières avec la République démocratique du Congo. L’intensification de la violence dans l’Est de la République démocratique du Congo (dans le province du Nord-Kivu) se répercute également sur la zone frontalière ougandaise. Le risque d’agression par des bandes armées venant du pays voisin est réel. Les parcs nationaux peuvent être visités exclusivement dans le cadre d'un tour organisé et avec une guide locale ou un guide local de confiance. Suivez les consignes édictées par les services d’administration des parcs et les forces de sécurité et faites preuve de la plus grande prudence. Même accompagné/e par un guide local expérimenté ou une guide locale expérimentée, et même après s'être dûment informé/e auprès des autorités locales, un danger accru ne peut pas être exclu. Par exemple, le 17 octobre 2023, deux personnes de nationalité étrangère et leur guide local ont été tués lors d'une attaque contre un véhicule dans le parc national Queen Elizabeth. Informez-vous sur la situation de sécurité actuelle auprès des autorités de sécurité locales et de votre tour-opérateur avant de vous rendre dans l'ensemble des districts de Kisoro et Kasese et suivez leurs instructions. Faites-vous accompagner par une personne locale digne de confiance ayant une expertise des lieux. Ces régions subissent les incursions de divers groupes rebelles depuis la République démocratique du Congo, et présentent un danger dû aux mines terrestres. Le risque d’enlèvement est élevé. Par moment, des combats entre les troupes gouvernementales et les miliciens en République démocratique du Congo, à proximité de la frontière avec l'Ouganda, mènent à un afflux de réfugiés dans le district de Kisoro , au sud-ouest de…
La petite criminalité est présente, surtout dans les villes. Dans tout le pays, des agressions violentes par des voleurs armés surviennent, surtout après la tombée de la nuit. Des enlèvements avec demande de rançon ainsi que des enlèvements express ont sporadiquement lieu. Il vous est notamment recommandé d’observer les précautions suivantes:
L’Ouganda se situe dans une zone sismique . Pendant la saison des pluies, des intempéries peuvent provoquer des inondations, des glissements de terrain et endommager les infrastructures. Si une catastrophe naturelle devait se produire durant votre séjour, prenez immédiatement contact avec vos proches et suivez les instructions des autorités locales.
FDFA travel advice, in French, valid on 15.10.2026eda.admin.ch ↗updated 12.02.2026 · read 15.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Warnings — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
No travel can be guaranteed safe. Read all the advice in this guide. You may also find it helpful to:
If you choose to travel, research your destinations and get appropriate travel insurance . Insurance should cover your itinerary, planned activities and expenses in an emergency.
Regional risks — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
This section has safety advice for regions of Uganda. It only covers regions where FCDO has specific advice.
You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and safety and security advice .
Kampala is a busy capital, take the same precautions as you would in the UK. See Safety and Security for general risks.
In June 2025, two security operations took place in Kampala. On 3 June, there was an explosion near the Catholic Basilica in the Munyonyo area. On 22 June, security forces killed one person in a security operation in Kalerwe Market.
The Allied Democratic Forces ( ADF ), a militant group with links to Daesh, may target tourists and foreign nationals near the border between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo ( DRC ). There have been several terrorist attacks in western Uganda, especially around the Bwera border crossing. See Terrorism .
Uganda and the DRC conduct joint military action against the ADF near parts of the Ugandan border, in North Kivu and Ituri provinces of eastern DRC . Ugandan troops are present on both sides of the border as part of the operations.
Border crossing points could close at short notice.
There is also a risk of banditry and localised violence near the Uganda- DRC border. There were co-ordinated attacks by local armed men against police and army installations in Kasese and Bundibugyo in November 2025, resulting in multiple deaths including of one civilian. Local authorities deployed security forces to the areas and multiple suspects were arrested. While tourists and foreign nationals were not specifically targeted, the attacks were close to tourist areas. If you plan to visit these areas, you should remain vigilant, exercise caution, and follow the advice of local security agencies.
FCDO advises against all travel to the DRC provinces that border Uganda. See DRC travel advice .
The provinces of DRC bordering south-west Uganda have a history of instability and violent conflict and this can flare up with little notice. FCDO advises against all travel to these DRC provinces. There is a potential for some spillover into Uganda. Take care when travelling in the area.
There are periodic clashes between DRC government forces and armed groups in the DRC close to the Ugandan border. The M23 armed group controls the Bunagana and the Kitagoma-Buszana border crossings in Kisoro district on the DRC side of the border. If you are in this area, keep your security situation under constant review.
Border crossing points have been temporarily suspended in the past following clashes, and could be closed again at short notice.
Use reputable, registered tour operators and contact the Ugandan Wildlife Authority (UWA) for up-to-date advice and information before you travel. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park are in the extreme south-west of Uganda near the borders with DRC and Rwanda. It’s routine practice for security personnel to accompany tourists on gorilla-tracking visits in this area.
Some gorilla trekking operators cross into DRC . Avoid taking these tours. FCDO advises against all travel to the provinces of DRC that border Uganda, including Virunga National Park.
Be extra cautious near the Uganda-South Sudan border. FCDO advises against all travel to South Sudan. See South Sudan travel advice .
There is an increased security presence in north-east Uganda in the Karamoja sub-region (districts of Kaabong, Kotido, Abim, Moroto and Nakapiripirit) due to cattle theft. Military and civilians have been killed during security operations.
Armed raids to steal cattle and robberies related to cattle trading, some resulting in killings, have been reported in Karamoja. There have also been robberies that have resulted in multiple killings in districts that neighbour Karamoja in the Teso and Acholi sub-regions. The attackers do not usually target foreign nationals, but you should always:
Parts of the north-east are likely to experience flooding during the rainy seasons, from March to May and October to November. Monitor local media and only use suitably equipped 4-wheel-drive vehicles.
Travel to eastern Uganda is largely trouble-free, but during heavy rains there is a risk of landslides, particularly in Bulucheke sub-county in Bududa District near Mount Elgon National Park, a popular tourist destination.
Safety — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
You should also read FCDO ’s overall travel advice and regional risks advice .
There is a high threat of terrorist attack globally affecting UK interests and British nationals, including from groups and individuals who view the UK and British nationals as targets. Stay aware of your surroundings at all times.
UK Counter Terrorism Policing has information and advice on staying safe and what to do in the event of a terrorist attack. Find out how to reduce your risk from terrorism while abroad .
Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Uganda.
Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in major cities and places frequented by foreign nationals and tourists, such as:
Stay aware of your surroundings, keep up to date with local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities. The Uganda Police Force regularly issues alerts, particularly around public holidays or religious events.
Consider whether locations that you visit have effective security arrangements in place, like bag searches, physical security and guards. Avoid large gatherings of any kind in Uganda as these may be targets for an attack.
Previous terrorist attacks and disrupted attacks in Uganda have targeted the security forces, places where football matches were being viewed, restaurants, buses, schools, churches, national parks and government buildings.
There have been a series of terrorist attacks in areas of western Uganda near to the border with the Democratic Republic of the Congo ( DRC ), including in national parks. You should exercise particular caution in these areas and follow the advice of local authorities. Terrorist attacks have also occurred in other parts of the country, including Kampala.
Recent significant attacks include:
Presidential and Parliamentary elections last took place in Uganda on 15 January 2026. The Presidential Inauguration Ceremony took place on 12 May 2026.
Elections and political events have led to protests and violence, including fatalities. There has also been disruption to the internet and social media.
Political rallies, protests and violent demonstrations in Uganda:
The police have used tear gas, rubber bullets and live ammunition to disperse demonstrators. Avoid all demonstrations and rallies where possible.
Red and yellow are strongly associated with political parties in Uganda. Consider not wearing these colours around political events.
If you get caught up in a political demonstration:
Make sure you’re…
American passport — U.S. Department of State
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Uganda - Level 4: Do Not Travel 2026-06-03travel.state.gov ↗updated 03.06.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Do not travel to Uganda due to crime , health , terrorism , and unrest . Please read the full text of the advisory.
The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in Uganda due to the Ebola outbreak.
On May 17, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern .
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its Travel Health Notice for Ebola Bundibugyo Virus Disease. Review the Travel Health Notice for Ebola for Uganda.
Due to the Ebola outbreak, Uganda has temporarily closed border crossings with DRC. The only exceptions are for authorized Ebola response teams, humanitarian operations, food and cargo transportation, and security under strict health screening and monitoring protocols.
Any person entering Uganda from the DRC must self-quarantine for 21 days under the supervision of the Ministry of Health.
The Ministry of Health issued restrictions on mass gatherings in Kampala and high-risk districts along the DRC border.
Violent crime is a real danger in Uganda. This includes armed robbery, home invasion, and sexual assault. Crime can happen anytime. It is more common in larger cities, the Karamoja region, and along Uganda’s western and northern borders.
Both visitors and residents face these threats. Police struggle to respond to serious crime in most places due to limited resources.
There is risk of terrorist violence, including terrorist attacks and other activity in Uganda. Visit the U.S. Department of State's country reports on terrorism to learn more.
Terrorist groups have targeted:
These attacks have resulted in the deaths of Ugandans as well as foreign visitors. U.S. citizens should remain alert and avoid large public gatherings.
Protests can happen with little to no warning. They often develop around political issues and events, like elections. Review the Department of State’s Human Rights Report for your destination prior to traveling.
When protests, strikes, and demonstrations turn chaotic, security services respond with force. They have…
Global Affairs Canada — additional reading
Avoid non-essential travel (with regional advisories)
Avoid non-essential travel to Uganda due to the regional impact of the outbreak of Ebola disease as well as the threat of terrorism and high crime rates.
Avoid all travel to areas within 50 km of the border with South Sudan due to banditry and cross-border attacks by rebel groups. This advisory excludes visits to national parks when accompanied by a reputable guide and using well-travelled roads.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 13, 2026 15:34 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Global Affairs Canada — written for Canadian travellers, valid for all
You must abide by local laws. Learn about what you should do and how we can help if you are arrested or detained abroad.
Penalties for possession, use or trafficking of illegal drugs are severe. Convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and heavy fines.
Drugs, alcohol and travel
Smoking is strictly prohibited in the following areas:
The use of electronic cigarettes and shisha (water-pipe tobacco) is illegal. Violations of these laws can result in fines and detention.
Local authorities may request to see your identification at any time.
Photographing sensitive installations and security forces is prohibited. This includes:
Always ask permission before photographing individuals.
You must obtain a permit from the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority to import and operate a drone in Uganda. Information on drone permits – Uganda Civil Aviation Authority
It’s illegal to wear, buy, sell or distribute camouflage clothing in Uganda. Offenders can expect fines and detention.
To avoid offending local sensitivities:
The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is an international treaty. It can help parents with the return of children who have been removed to or retained in certain countries in violation of custody rights. It does not apply between Canada and Uganda. If your child was wrongfully taken to, or is being held in Uganda by an abducting parent:
If your child was removed from a country other than Canada, consult a lawyer to determine if The Hague Convention applies. Be aware that Canadian consular officials cannot interfere in private legal matters or in another country's judicial affairs.
Traffic drives on the left. To drive in Uganda, you must always carry:
An International Driving Permit is recommended. You can drive using a valid Canadian driver’s licence for up to 90 days from the date of entry into Uganda. In the event of an accident, Ugandan law requires drivers to stop and exchange information and provide assistance. However, if you feel threatened by a hostile crowd, remain in your vehicle and drive to the nearest police station to report the accident. International Driving Permit
Police are not permitted to accept cash on the spot without issuing an official receipt. If you disagree with the traffic ticket, ask for a copy of the written fine that can be paid later, or insist on going to the nearest police station.
The currency of Uganda is the Ugandan shilling (UGX). Credit cards are accepted only by major hotels, airlines and some car rental agencies. There are foreign exchange bureaus at most border crossings and in major cities.
Open Government Licence – Canada · October 13, 2026 15:34 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Foreign Office — laws and cultural differences
The final Saturday of each month, between 7 and 10 am, is a mandatory and nationwide cleaning day. According to Government of Uganda guidance, Ugandans are expected to clean homes, neighbourhoods, markets, schools, health facilities, places of worship, roads, drainage channels and other public spaces. Foreigners are not the intended participants but may be affected. During this time, all businesses must close and all non-essential movement of people and vehicles is prohibited. There are exemptions for tourists, international travellers, medical staff, state security actors and journalists. Patients seeking medical attention are allowed to travel to health facilities. Cross border traffic is also exempt. The Ugandan police will enforce the travel restrictions. Anyone travelling under one of the exemptions may be required to identify themselves and explain their circumstances to police officers. It is unclear how widely the restrictions are enforced and what the restrictions mean for UK travellers, including for hotel and airport access. Contact your travel provider for more information.
Officials may stop you and ask for ID. Always carry a copy of the photo page of your passport.
It is illegal for anyone, including children, to dress in military-style clothing. This includes clothing with marks, badges or symbols and accessories associated with the Ugandan military, camouflage clothing and red berets. The offence carries a maximum sentence of life imprisonment when convicted.
It is illegal and punishable by a fine and a possible prison sentence to offer money, food or clothing to children living on the streets in Kampala.
It is illegal to smoke in:
Electronic cigarettes and shisha (water-pipe tobacco) are illegal. There are penalties including fines and prison sentences.
Penalties for illegal drug possession and illegal drug trafficking are severe. The maximum sentence is 20 years for possession and life imprisonment for trafficking.
It is forbidden to take photos of military, official or diplomatic sites. This includes Owen Falls Dam at the source of the Nile near Jinja. If you are taking photographs of people, ask their permission first.
Same-sex sexual activity is illegal in Uganda. In May 2023, Uganda introduced the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023. This act introduces long prison sentences, and the death penalty in some cases, for same-sex sexual activity. There are also severe penalties for promoting LGBT+ rights. Sexual activity with someone of the same sex carries the punishment of life imprisonment. Offences classed as ’aggravated homosexuality’ carry a sentence up to the death penalty (though the death penalty has not been implemented for civilians in Uganda since 1999). ‘Aggravated homosexuality’ is defined as sexual activity with someone of the same sex who is:
A person who has a previous conviction of homosexuality or related offences can be charged with aggravated homosexuality for subsequent offences. Promoting or supporting homosexuality carries up to a 20-year prison sentence. This includes, but is not limited to:
The law could affect those who are exercising their freedoms of expression, peaceful assembly and association, to show support for LGBT+ people and rights. Anti-LGBT+ rhetoric by religious leaders, politicians, government officials an
It’s illegal to buy, sell, kill or capture any protected wild animal or trade its parts without a licence. If you’re caught buying or trafficking such goods you might be prosecuted and get a prison sentence or a fine.
Open Government Licence v3.0gov.uk ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
FDFA (Switzerland) — laws and customs, in French
Entre autres, sont punissables:
En Ouganda, une loi anti-LGBTQ très stricte est en vigueur. Des peines de prison à vie peuvent être prononcées, voire la peine de mort dans certains cas. Les infractions à la loi sur les stupéfiants, y compris la détention de minimes quantités de drogue quelle qu'elle soit, sont très sévèrement punies. Pour des délits graves, p.ex. meurtre ou viol, la peine de mort peut être prononcée. Les conditions de détention sont extrêmement précaires.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 12.02.2026 · read 15.10.2026
What it changes for you: Air acceptable at this hour: nothing special to plan. Very high UV: sunscreen, hat and shade between 11 am and 4 pm; sunstroke and dehydration are travellers' first reasons to see a doctor.
Reading 08:00 (Africa/Kampala)Open-Meteo ↗updated 16.10.2026 · read 16.10.2026
Air quality and UV: Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), data rounded and formatted by Maximum. Contains modified Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service information 2026. Neither the European Commission nor ECMWF is responsible for any use that may be made of the Copernicus information or data it contains.
No value published by the World Bank in the last eight years for Uganda: hospital beds per 1,000 people.
Reading: With 0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (96% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 45 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
World Bank — latest published value, year per indicatordata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
French passport — France Diplomatie
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Les autorités ougandaises ont suspendu toutes les mesures de contrôle liées à la Covid-19. De nouvelles mesures sont toutefois susceptibles d’être mises en œuvre en cas de nouvelle épidémie. Il est donc fortement conseillé de suivre les recommandations des autorités locales et de consulter régulièrement le site de l’ambassade de France. La présentation d’un certificat de vaccination contre la fièvre jaune reste obligatoire pour l’entrée sur le territoire ougandais.
Le visa d’entrée, au prix de 50 USD pour une entrée simple, est obligatoire pour les ressortissants français.
Depuis 2016, un système de visa électronique a été mis en place. Il convient de se connecter au site Uganda E-Immigration System (en anglais). Après avoir rempli et envoyé en ligne le formulaire de demande de visa, le demandeur recevra une réponse des services de l’immigration. Cette réponse devra être imprimée et remise aux services de l’immigration lors de l’entrée sur le territoire ougandais.
L’attention des voyageurs est appelée sur l’existence de sites frauduleux qui proposent le dépôt et le paiement d’une demande de visa en ligne, souvent à un tarif plus élevé que le site officiel des autorités ougandaises. Seul ce dernier (cf. lien ci-dessus) permet l’obtention d’un visa permettant l’entrée sur le territoire ougandais.
La délivrance du visa à l’arrivée en Ouganda ( visa on arrival ) a été suspendue depuis le 1 er juillet 2021, dès lors tout passager doit obligatoirement arriver dans le pays avec l’accord du visa obtenu en ligne (e-visa) sur le site Uganda E-Immigration System .
Il est également possible d’obtenir un visa unique Kenya, Ouganda et Rwanda (East African Tourist Visa), au prix de 100 USD.
Les formalités de prorogation du visa de tourisme doivent être entreprises sur place auprès des services locaux d’immigration.
Pour plus d’informations, prendre l’attache de l’ambassade d’Ouganda à Paris.
Franchises douanières pour les passagers de plus de 18 ans : 250 g de tabac, 1 litre de spiritueux, 1 litre de vin, 1 demi-litre de parfum/eau de toilette (dont au maximum 12,5 cl de parfum), effets personnels d’une valeur n’excédant pas 500 USD. Les chats et chiens ne sont autorisés que si un certificat de bonne santé a été octroyé par un vétérinaire, au plus tard 6 jours avant l’arrivée en Ouganda.
Entry and stay pagediplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Swiss passport — FDFA (Switzerland)
The FDFA does not publish entry requirements: they are set out by the destination's embassy or consulate in Switzerland — check them before booking, passport in hand. As a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.eda.admin.ch ↗updated 12.02.2026 · read 15.10.2026
British passport — Foreign Office (UK)
Faithful summary of the official texts below, which prevail.
Entry requirements — rules for a British passportForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
This information is for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK. It is based on the UK government’s understanding of Uganda’s current rules for the most common types of travel.
The authorities in Uganda set and enforce entry rules. If you’re not sure how these requirements apply to you, contact the Ugandan High Commission in the UK .
To enter Uganda, your passport must have an ‘expiry date’ at least 6 months after the date you arrive.
Check with your travel provider that your passport and other travel documents meet requirements. Renew your passport if you need to.
You will be denied entry if you do not have a valid travel document or try to use a passport that has been reported lost or stolen.
When returning to the UK, British citizens must carry a valid British passport or certificate of entitlement . See Dual citizenship .
You must have a visa to enter Uganda. Check which visa best fits your needs .
You must apply for a Uganda visa online . You will have to attach the required documents and certificates.
The immigration authorities will email you a letter of authorisation including a barcode. Print out the letter to show on arrival. Border officials will issue your visa.
Alternatively, you can take the letter to a Ugandan embassy and they will issue the visa.
You can also apply for an East African tourist visa online . This costs 100 US dollars and allows multiple entries into Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda over 90 days.
If someone is coming to meet you at Entebbe International Airport, you will have to meet them outside the terminal building. Only passengers with tickets are allowed in the building.
For full details about medical entry requirements and recommended vaccinations, see TravelHealthPro’s Uganda guide .
Some countries have ongoing heightened health screening for travellers from Uganda. Check entry requirements for the country you’re travelling to or transiting.
On 27 May, the Ugandan National Task Force on Ebola Virus Disease announced , a closure of the Ugandan border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, with limited exceptions for authorised Ebola response, humanitarian and security personnel.
Check with your travel operator for more information.
The UK’s Returning Workers Scheme has been activated, due to the outbreak of Ebola. Returning health and humanitarian workers should check the latest at UK’s Returning Workers Scheme before returning to the UK.
There are strict rules about goods that can be taken into and out of Uganda . You must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty.
American passport — U.S. Department of State
The State Department publishes the requirements ("Entry, Exit and Visa Requirements") on its country page, which our servers cannot read. Read it before you go; as a guide, the French and British requirements below describe the same rules as seen by two other governments.travel.state.gov ↗updated 03.06.2026 · read 16.10.2026
For each risk, the official texts themselves: what is happening, then, where they say so, what to do.
What the texts say · Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Uganda. You should exercise particular caution in these areas and follow the advice of local authorities. Terrorist attacks have also occurred in other parts of the country, including Kampala.
What the texts say · Criminals may steal from cars and taxis stopped in traffic. Foreign nationals using motorbike taxis (‘boda-bodas’) have been mugged.
What the texts say · Localised flooding and landslides are common, particularly during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. Uganda is in an earthquake zone.
What the texts say · It is illegal and punishable by a fine and a possible prison sentence to offer money, food or clothing to children living on the streets in Kampala. It is illegal for anyone, including children, to dress in military-style clothing.
What the texts say · Scammers may target foreign visitors and residents.
What the texts say · Presidential and Parliamentary elections last took place in Uganda on 15 January 2026. Political rallies, protests and violent demonstrations in Uganda: can happen anywhere without warning - can cause loss of life and injury - are more likely around elections.
Sentences copied word for word from the official texts cited, chosen for the destination; the level is our reading. The full texts, at each source:Foreign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026 (updated 08.10.2026 · read 29.09.2026)
Reading: The homicide rate is 15 times Switzerland's: violence is a real risk there, concentrated in the areas named by the official advisories. On the road, 13 times more deaths than in Switzerland: road crashes are the leading cause of death of healthy travellers (CDC) — seat belt, no night driving, a driver or a taxi from a rank.
World Bank (UNODC for homicides, WHO for roads) — latest published valuedata.worldbank.org ↗read 10.10.2026
Time zone: IANA and timezone-boundary-builder (ODbL) · RESTCountries · EmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · European Central Bank
Places: © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL), Photon search by komoot.
FDFA (Switzerland) — transport and specific advice, in French
La conduite s'effectue à gauche. Lorsque l'on s'éloigne des axes principaux, les routes sont souvent en mauvais état. La conduite dangereuse et sans lumière, la présence d’animaux errants et les véhicules mal entretenus représentent un sérieux risque d'accident (même si l'on circule à bord d'un autocar). Renoncez si possible aux déplacements interurbains la nuit. Il arrive que les points de passage des frontières soient temporairement fermés à court terme, par exemple afin d’endiguer la propagation de maladies. Informez-vous auprès des autorités locales ou directement auprès des postes-frontières. Il n'est pas exclu que les connexions téléphoniques et Internet soient temporairement interrompus, p. ex. lors des élections.
FDFA travel advice, in Frencheda.admin.ch ↗updated 12.02.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Maximum policyholder: before paying anything, call the 24/7 number. If you are admitted for more than 24 h, Maximum sends its direct payment guarantee to the hospital (art. 2.12).
+41 22 ••• •• •• — Full number in your client areaNone of these facilities is a Maximum Insurance “partner”, and none is presented as waiving upfront payment: this list is a reading of public map data, nothing more. A direct payment guarantee is arranged CASE BY CASE by our assistance desk, facility by facility and when the need arises — one number, +41 22 ••• •• ••.
List read from OpenStreetMap on 11.10.2026, not read again since: these facilities may have changed.
CDC Travelers' Health recommendations, most important first. They depend on your age, vaccines and itinerary: confirm them with a doctor or a travel clinic 4 to 6 weeks before departure. Details, disease by disease ↗cdc.gov ↗read 10.10.2026
The health system — With 0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (96% fewer than Switzerland), the nearest hospital does not always have the capacity for a serious case: evacuation to an adequate centre is the rule, not the exception — that is what unlimited evacuation and repatriation cover. Health spending of 45 USD per person (Switzerland: 11,784) goes with private hospitals that bill foreigners in hard currency and ask for a guarantee before admission: the direct payment guarantee is what avoids the deposit.
Back home — a fever in the following weeks should be told to a doctor, naming the country.
Forecast: MET Norway (Norwegian Meteorological Institute, CC BY 4.0), grouped by day and formatted by Maximum.
French passport — French embassy and consulates
+256 414 304500;+256 312 516388
http://www.ambafrance-ug.org ↗
Useful contacts listed by France Diplomatie (in French)diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Updated: 15 September 2026
OpenStreetMap
Swiss passport — Swiss embassy and consulates
6 Archer Road, Kampala
+256 414 233854
https://www.eda.admin.ch/countries/kenia/e ↗updated 12.02.2026 · read 15.10.2026
Numéro d'urgence: 999 Uganda Revenue Authority Représentations suisses à l’étranger: En cas de situation d’urgence à l’étranger, vous pouvez vous adresser à la représentation suisse la plus proche ou à la Helpline DFAE. Ambassade de Suisse au Kenya Helpline DFAE Représentations étrangères en Suisse: Pour obtenir des informations sur les prescriptions d'entrée (documents d'identité admis, visa, etc.), veuillez vous adresser aux ambassades et consulats étrangers compétents. Ceux-ci peuvent également vous renseigner sur les dispositions douanières pour l'importation et l'exportation d'animaux et de marchandises: appareils électroniques, souvenirs, médicaments, etc. Représentations étrangères en Suisse Uganda e-Visa
OpenStreetMap · DFAE
British passport — British embassy and consulates
4 Windsor Loop, Kampala
phone not published
https://www.gov.uk/world/organisations/bri ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
OpenStreetMap
American passport — U.S. embassy and consulates
1577 Ggaba Road, Kampala
+256-312-306-001
https://ug.usembassy.gov ↗updated 03.06.2026 · read 16.10.2026
phone not published
phone not published
OpenStreetMap
OpenStreetMap
Getting help — Foreign OfficeForeign Office ↗updated 08.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026
The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ( FCDO ) cannot provide tailored advice for individual trips. Read this travel advice and carry out your own research before deciding whether to travel.
Telephone: 999 (ambulance, fire, police)
Contact your travel provider and your insurer if you are involved in a serious incident or emergency abroad. They will tell you if they can help and what you need to do.
See how to get help from the UK government abroad including in an emergency.
You can call FCDO in London if you need urgent help because something has happened to a friend or relative abroad.
Telephone: 020 7008 5000 (24 hours)
Find out about call charges
English is an official language in Uganda: no translated phrases here.
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Live alerts and level changes, each with its official source. Continuously updated.
L’OMS a déclaré le 17 mai une urgence de santé publique de portée internationale face à l’épidémie d’Ebola touchant la République Démocratique du Congo et l’Ouganda. Les districts de Wakiso, Kampala et les zones de la frontière congolaise sont considérées par les autorités ougandaises comme à très haut risque d’apparition de nouveaux cas du virus. Le contrôle sanitaire est renforcé aux frontières avec la République Démocratique du Congo et au niveau de l’aéroport d’Entebbe.…
France Diplomatie (in French) · posted 19 May 2026 · updated 1 June 2026diplomatie.gouv.fr ↗updated 15.09.2026 · read 15.10.2026Natural disasters and climate section – added information on El Niño
October 13, 2026 15:34 EDTtravel.gc.ca ↗updated 13.10.2026 · read 15.10.2026No level change recorded for this country since the log opened. The live alerts above are updated continuously.
Level 4/4 — Do Not Travel, U.S. Department of State, retrieved on 16 October 2026.
Sourcestravel.state.gov · updated 03.06 · read 16.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10DFAE · updated 12.02 · read 15.10207-country comparison
An area advised against does not rule out the country.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10State Department · updated 03.06 · read 16.10
The rules depend on the passport, not on the destination alone.
SourcesFrance Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10State Department · updated 03.06 · read 16.10
For a Schengen visa, yes: at least €30,000 of travel medical insurance (Regulation (EC) No 810/2009, art. 15).
SourcesRegulation (EC) 810/2009, art. 15General conditions, policy 20 00 479
VIP Pack — €990 for twelve months, unlimited trips.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
Six steps, in this order.
SourcesSpecial conditions 01.26General conditions, policy 20 00 479
Local emergency services: police 999 / 112 · ambulance 911 · fire 999 / 112
SourcesEmergencyNumberAPI · Wikidata · read 08.10OpenStreetMap · read 12.10
At today's level 4/4, card by card:
SourcesAmex Platinum France T&Cs, 01.2025 — general exclusion n° 11BNP Paribas Visa Infinite notice (policy PT7), 04.2025 — comFortuneo World Elite Mastercard notice, 01.2026 — art. 5.5 '
A health plan reimburses at home; here, the hospital asks for a payment guarantee before admission.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Around Kampala: 80 hospitals and clinics, 3 with a 24/7 emergency room, 40 pharmacies, 40 doctors' practices (OpenStreetMap, hospital list read on 11.10.2026).
The sourced detail is under Medical network › Health: vaccines, diseases present, altitude, outbreaks.
SourcesCDC Travelers' Health · read 10.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10OMS · updated 17.07 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10
0.2 physicians per 1,000 people (2022) versus 4.5 in Switzerland.
SourcesWorld Bank · read 10.10General conditions, policy 20 00 479
9.0 homicides per 100,000 people (2023) versus 0.6 in Switzerland and 1.3 in France.
The nearest representations, by passport (OpenStreetMap):
SourcesOpenStreetMap · read 12.10DFAE · updated 12.02 · read 15.10
At least one official reading covers the whole country; no region is singled out.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 13.10 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10France Diplomatie · updated 15.09 · read 15.10
Local laws apply to every traveller; here is what the official texts say.
SourcesGlobal Affairs Canada · updated 13.10 · read 15.10Foreign Office · updated 08.10 · read 15.10
Every foreign ministry runs a 24/7 emergency line for its nationals.
Sourcesdiplomatie.gouv.fr · updated 15.09 · read 15.10eda.admin.ch · updated 12.02 · read 15.10
Keep the entry stamp, the invoices, the prescriptions and the medical report.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
Cancellation or change up to EUR 20,000, special risk EUR 5,000 per person, crisis management and security, optional Kidnap & Ransom.
SourcesGeneral conditions, policy 20 00 479
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