Uganda visa for Russian citizens

To enter Uganda from Russia, you'll need an e-visa, which allows for a maximum stay of 90 days, providing ample time to explore the Pearl of Africa; common flight routes often involve connections in hubs like Istanbul or Dubai, so factor in that travel time and potential currency exchange for any layovers, as the Ugandan Shilling is the local tender. With four distinct visa types, including tourist and transit options, you can tailor your application to your specific travel purpose. Remember, this e-visa is a streamlined process, so unlike many other destinations, direct applications upon arrival are not typically an option for Russian citizens traveling to Uganda.

eVisa90d stay· verified 2026-05-27

Entry requirements

Yellow fever cert.
Required

Visa options

TouristSingle Entry Visa (Ordinary)
90d$50valid 3mo
Apply
OtherMultiple Entry Visa (6–12 months)
365d$100multiple-entryvalid 1y
Apply
OtherMultiple Entry Visa (24 months)
730d$150multiple-entryvalid 2y
Apply
OtherMultiple Entry Visa (36 months)
1095d$200multiple-entryvalid 3y
Apply
TouristEast African Tourist Visa (Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda)
90d$100multiple-entryvalid 3mo
Apply
TransitTransit Visa
7d$50valid 7d
Apply
OtherOfficial Visa
$0
Apply
WorkEntry Permit / Work Permit (General – Classes A, A2, B, C, D, E, F, G)
multiple-entry
Apply
StudentStudent Pass
multiple-entry
Apply
FamilyDependant Pass
multiple-entry
Apply
OtherCertificate of Residence (Permanent Residence)
multiple-entry
Apply
WorkSpecial Pass (Short‑Term Work)
90dvalid 3mo
Apply
MedicalMedical Treatment Visa (Ordinary Single Entry for Medical)
90d$50valid 3mo
Apply
FamilyVisit Visa (Family/Friend Visit – Ordinary Single Entry)
90d$50valid 3mo
Apply
BusinessBusiness Visa (Ordinary Single Entry for Business)
90d$50valid 3mo
Apply
StudentStudy Visa (Ordinary Single Entry for Study before Student Pass)
90d$50valid 3mo
Apply

East Africa Tourist Visa from Kenya or Rwanda accepted.

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