TRAVEL and COVID19 RESTRICTIONS in uganda

OBS (21.02.2022 7:43 pm) 

In 2021 there was a possible increased risk of terrorism targeting areas in Kampala where many foreigners are traveling, including Gbaba Road. On October 4th, police shot and killed a suspected suicide bomber in Kampala, but it is not known whether the threat has been averted.

The latest update regarding this from the Ugandan police and their official announcement: https://twitter.com/PoliceUg/status/1452267742808223753?s=20

The announcement can also be read on the police website: https://www.upf.go.ug/explosion-at-komamboga-ward-was-an-intentional-act-of-domestic-terror/

The embassy will follow any further developments closely and update the website as soon as there is more information.

Follow the local police on their website for any new developments: https://www.upf.go.ug/

 

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Travel guidelines

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' travel guides contain good advice and useful information for specific countries, primarily aimed at tourist traveling from Denmark.

 

Read the MFA travel guide for Uganda.

 

Information on specific restrictions in Uganda is not updated in the travel guide. The embassy will instead update the issued information below.

 

You can read more about how to behave when you return home from a trip abroad at coronasmitte.dk.

 

Read the answers FAQ about coronavirus / COVID-19 from Danish travellers and permanent residents abroad.

 

You can also download our app Rejseklar and sign up for Danskerlisten, and you will receive information directly from us if new, major restrictions are introduced in Uganda, or if an emergency situation arises.

 

If you do not have access to the app, you can also sign up for Danskerlisten on our website.

 

Travel advice for business travel

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' travel guides contain good advice and useful information for specific countries, primarily aimed at tourist traveling from Denmark.

 

Read the MFA travel guide for Uganda.

 

Information on specific restrictions in Uganda is not updated in the travel guide. The embassy will instead update the issued information below.

 

You can read more about how to behave when you return home from a trip abroad at coronasmitte.dk.

 

Read our travel advice for business travel.

 

Also download and read the government's guidelines for business travel.

 

Read about travel restrictions and local restrictions below.

 

Entry restrictions

The Danish corona passport

There are no official requirements for vaccines, but to be exempt from the requirement of presenting a negative PCR test done within 72 hours (for all incoming and outbound travellers) travellers will be required to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. Travellers aged 5 years and below are exempt from this requirement.

Read more about the Danish corona passport here.

 

Test protocols

The requirement for negative PCR test done within 72 hours pre-boarding for all incoming travellers is suspended with immediate effect for those who are fully vaccinated.

The requirement for negative PCR test done within 72 hours for all outbound travellers is also suspended with immediate effect for those who are fully vaccinated, except where it is a requirement of the destination country or the carrier airline.

Travellers with partial or no vaccination will be required to present a negative PCR test done within 72 hours of travel.

All in-bound and outbound travellers will be required to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination, except for travellers aged 5 years and below.

The suspension of the mandatory COVID-19 testing of all incoming travellers at Entebbe International Airport upon arrival is still in place, though scheduled and random sampling for COVID-19 testing for inbound travellers will undertaken by the Ministry.

 

You can read more about the quarantine rules in Uganda here.

 

Internal travel restrictions

No internal travel restrictions have been introduced in Uganda.

All public transport has so far been allowed to operate at half capacity.

  

Transit options

It is possible to transit through Uganda. However, you are subject to the applicable quarantine and test rules if you leave the airport or are staying in Uganda for more than 12 hours.

 

Local restrictions

New restrictions or easing of existing restrictions can be introduced at very short notice. You should therefore keep yourself updated on the current regulations. You should always follow the instructions of the local authorities.

 

To stay updated on local restrictions, you should check the current regulations with the local authorities

 

Curfew

There is no more curfew in the country and bars as well as night clubs are fully functional but be aware of security in every area if you want to stay out long in the night, best to have a trusted local guide you.

 

 

Mask protocols

Fully vaccinated individuals will not be required to wear face masks when they are outdoors provided there are no crowds.
All individuals will be required to wear face masks when indoors or in closed spaces like public transport, shops, schools and offices etc. where 2 meters distancing can't be observed with other individuals.

 

If you get sick

If you experience symptoms that may give suspicion of COVID-19 while traveling abroad, you should self-isolate and follow the instructions of the local authorities as well as contact your travel insurance as soon as possible.

 

If infection is suspected, contact the relevant authorities at 800203033 or 800100066.

 

If the local authorities ask you to quarantine or take other precautions, you should follow their instructions. You should also work with local authorities on tracing possible interactions if appropriate.

 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs cannot influence the restrictions that other countries choose to impose to prevent further spread of infection.

 

You can always contact the embassy or the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Global Watch Centre 24/7 ([email protected] / +45 3392 1112) in need of advice.

 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs receives many questions about how to behave if you become ill abroad. Read the answers to the most common questions here.

 

Read more about symptoms of COVID-19 at the Danish Health and Medicines Authority.

 

Visa and residence permit

You can read more about other countries' passport and visa regulations here.

 

At the moment, visas can NOT be procured on arrival, due to COVID-19. You must apply for a visa from home and no later than 48 hours before departure from the starting destination.

 

The Ugandan Immigration Offices is open to applications for visas and other immigration matters. If you are a tourist, or resident in Uganda, you can contact the offices of the Ugandan Immigration Offices from Monday-Friday, between 8:00 am - 02:00 pm.

For further information, please contact the authority at the following contact information:

Toll Free Numbers: 0800 199 003/4

Email: [email protected]

 

Departure from Uganda

There are no longer any requirements for presenting a negative PCR test for outbound travellers at Entebbe International Airport.

 

The Danish entry restrictions can be found on the National Police's COVID-19 website.

 

Entry into Denmark

Valid from 25^th of October 2021, the entry restrictions to Denmark for travellers from EU and Schengen countries will be lifted.

 

The embassy in Kampala cannot answer questions about entry into Denmark.

 

At coronasmitte.dk you can read about requirements for entry into Denmark.

 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs cannot answer questions about entry or transit in Denmark. Such questions must be asked to the Police. You can find contact information and opening hours at coronasmitte.dk.

 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs cannot answer health professional questions about coronavirus / COVID-19, vaccination or testing. Such questions must be asked to the joint government hotline. You can find contact information and opening hours at coronasmitte.dk.

 

More information

Uganda Health Ministry

 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Danish Embassy do not advise on health professional issues but refer to the National Board of Health and Statens Serum Institut.

 

The Danish authorities have gathered information about the Danish effort against COVID-19 on coronasmitte.dk.

 

Contact

You can contact the Royal Danish Embassy in Kampala during normal opening hours, 08:00 am – 12:00 pm.

You can always contact the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' Global Watch Center 24/7.

You can also download our app Rejseklar and sign up for Danskerlisten, and you will receive information directly from us if new, major restrictions are introduced in the country in question or if a emergency situation arises.

If you do not have access to the app, you can sign up for Danskerlisten via our website.