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France Embassy and Consulates in Uganda
1 Diplomatic Missions
1 Cities
France Embassy in Kampala, Uganda
16 Lumumba Ave, Kampala, Uganda
Phone: +256 41 430 4500
Working hours: Close now
Holidays to be Observed in 2026
The Embassies and Consulates of France may close on the following Ugandan and French holidays in 2026:
| Holiday | Date | Counting down |
|---|---|---|
| Liberation Day | Monday, January 26 | 5 days, 1 hour |
| Remembrance of Archbishop Janani Luwum | Monday, February 16 | 3 weeks, 5 days |
| International Women's Day | Sunday, March 08 | 1 month, 2 weeks |
| Eid al-Fitr | Friday, March 20 | 1 month, 3 weeks |
| Daylight Saving Time starts | Sunday, March 29 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Good Friday | Friday, April 03 | 2 months, 1 week |
| Easter Sunday | Sunday, April 05 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
| Easter Monday | Monday, April 06 | 2 months, 2 weeks |
1. How many French Embassies/Consulates are there in Uganda?
France currently maintains 1 diplomatic representative office in Uganda including and Kampala.
2 - Do Ugandan citizens need a visa for France?
Ugandan citizens are required to obtain a valid visa in order to be allowed entry into France. Kindly contact the nearest embassies or consulates of France in Uganda for further instructions.
3- What is the Holiday Calendar of French embassies in Uganda?
The French representative offices in Uganda will be closed in observance of the following Ugandan and French holidays in 2026/2024:
- Liberation Day (UG) Mon, Jan 26, 2026 (5 days, 5 hours)
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Time in France vs Uganda
Paris, France time is 2:00 hours behind Kampala, Uganda
Kampala, Uganda
18:15PMTuesday, January 20, 2026
Paris, France
16:15PMTuesday, January 20, 2026