Ugandan visa for Finnish citizens
A visa is REQUIRED for Finnish 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 Finnish citizens to enter Uganda for a short-term tourism purpose. | Visa required | N/A |
| Evisa | Uganda e-visa for Finnish citizens | Eligible | |
| Visa on arrival | Uganda visa on arrival for Finnish citizens | Eligible | |
Uganda tourist visa requirements:
- Holding Finnish 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 Finland, we recommend you visit or contact the embassy or consulate of Uganda nearest your place of residence.
- Moscow: The Embassy of in Moscow, ~ 967.45 kilometers (601.15 mi) away from Helsinki, Finland. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 2 hours 1 minutes).
- Copenhagen: The Embassy of in Copenhagen, ~ 1020.79 kilometers (634.29 mi) away from Helsinki, Finland. (Working hours: Close now. Open in 5 hours 1 minutes).
Uganda visa applications & requirements (For reference purposes only, please visit the nearest Uganda diplomatic mission offices to Finland for guidance)
Tourism Statistics Chart
The line chart shows the number of visitors from Finland traveling to Uganda from 2008 to 2018.
| Year | Number of visitors (Finland) estimated | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 1,772 | N/A |
| 2009 | 1,695 | -4.35% |
| 2010 | 1,987 | 17.23% |
| 2011 | 2,417 | 21.64% |
| 2012 | 2,514 | 4.01% |
| 2013 | 2,533 | 0.76% |
| 2014 | 2,659 | 4.97% |
| 2015 | 2,736 | 2.90% |
| 2016 | 2,778 | 1.54% |
| 2017 | 2,944 | 5.98% |
References: UNWTO.org, World Bank and multiple sources. (This data is for informational purposes only. Please see our disclaimer page for more information.)
Uganda & Finland comparison
Uganda's area is approximately 199,810 km2 (77,147 sq mi), while the area of Finland is approximately 303,890 km2 (117,332 sq mi). This means Finland is 52.09% larger than Uganda.
As of November 2025, Uganda's population is ~53.3 million people - 47,751,739 more people than the population of Finland.
We have highlighted Uganda & Finland’s relative positions on world's map for your reference.
| Uganda | Finland | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population (est 2025) | 53,334,014 | 5,582,275 | 47.8 million more people live in Uganda than Finland |
| Number of diplomatic missions abroad (est) | 42 | 85 | Uganda has 43 fewer diplomatic representations abroad compared with Finland. |
| Travel freedom (2025) | 38 | 145 | Uganda passport holders visit 107 fewer countries and territories without a visa. |
| Number of foreign missions hosted | 50 | 162 | Ugandan hosts 112 fewer foreign missions than Finland. |
Frequently asked questions, answered
How many visitors from Finland travel to Uganda in one year?
The number of visitors from Finland visiting Uganda in 2017 was approximately 2,944.
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- Kampala to Helsinki: 6090.32 km (3784.35 mi)
- Travel time: 12 hours 41 minutes
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