Ugandan visa for Egyptian citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Egyptian passport holders visiting Uganda for tourism and business purposes. See detailed requirements below:
Visa requirements:
| Visa type | Purposes | Visa requirements | Allowed stay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tourist visa | For Egyptian citizens to enter Uganda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Uganda e-visa for Egyptian citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Uganda visa on arrival for Egyptian citizens | Eligible | |
Uganda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Egyptian passport that is valid for six months beyond the period of the intended stay in Uganda.
- Proof of onward travel (departure) from Uganda.
If you are looking for Uganda visa information, such as available types of visas, or how to apply from Egypt, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Uganda nearest your place of residence.
- Cairo: The Embassy of Uganda in Cairo, Egypt (Working hours: Close now)
Uganda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Uganda diplomatic mission offices to Egypt for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Egypt traveling to Uganda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Egypt) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 591 | N/A |
| 2009 | 565 | -4.40% |
| 2010 | 662 | 17.17% |
| 2011 | 806 | 21.75% |
| 2012 | 838 | 3.97% |
| 2013 | 844 | 0.72% |
| 2014 | 886 | 4.98% |
| 2015 | 912 | 2.93% |
| 2016 | 926 | 1.54% |
| 2017 | 981 | 5.94% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Uganda & Egypt comparison
Uganda's area is approximately 199,810 km2 (77,147 sq mi), while the area of Egypt is approximately 1,002,450 km2 (387,047 sq mi). This means Egypt is 5.02 times bigger than Uganda.
As of October 2025, Uganda's population is ~53.3 million people - 58,926,827 fewer people than the population of Egypt.
We have highlighted Uganda & Egypt’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Uganda | Egypt | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 53,334,014 | 112,260,841 | 58.9 million fewer people live in Uganda than Egypt |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 131 | Uganda has 89 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Egypt. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 38 | 16 | Uganda passport holders can visit 22 more countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 159 | Ugandan hosts 109 fewer foreign missions than Egypt. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Egypt travel to Uganda in one year?
The number of visitors from Egypt visiting Uganda in 2017 was approximately 981.
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