Uganda e-Visa For Ivorian Citizens - Requirements & Fees

Yes. Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) is not listed for Uganda visa-free, so a valid Uganda visa is REQUIRED for citizens of Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast). Uganda offers various types of e-visas, including transit e-visas, tourist e-visas, and East Africa e-visas, which cater to different travel purposes and durations.

For more information regarding the Uganda electronic visa (e-visa), navigate to the Uganda e-visa requirements for Ivory Coast citizens section. Moreover, you may contact us directly for further assistance. 

At present, the Ugandan Government has replaced visa on arrival with the e-visa program, enabling a more efficient and quick application process for visitors to the country. Citizens of the Ivory Coast can get a visa online instead of a traditional paper visa.

For tourism purposes in Uganda, visitors may apply one of the following e-visa types for tourism purposes in Uganda:

• Tourist e-Visa: For tourist trips in Uganda, this is the most suitable permit for travelers. The visa grants a single entry into Uganda for 90 days. 
• East Africa e-Visa: This type of visa permits multiple entries into Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda for a 90-day duration. This visa is for tourism purposes only and cannot be extended. 
• Transit e-Visa: This e-visa allows visitors to remain in Uganda for a maximum of 07 days during a transition to the next destination. The transit visa cannot be extended.

Check Uganda e-visa requirements for Ivory Coast citizens for more details!

Uganda's tourist e-visa comes in three categories: the transit e-visa; the tourist e-visa, and the East Africa e-visa. Each e-visa type serves specific purposes and grants different authorizations in the country. Go through the details carefully and select a suitable e-visa for your trip:

• Transit e-visa: Allows a maximum of 7 days to stay in the country before moving to your next destination or transit between the transportation. The transit e-visa cannot be extended.
• East Africa e-visa: This e-visa type grants multiple entries for visitors to travel between Uganda, Rwanda, and Kenya for 90 days.
• Tourist e-visa: The tourist e-visa grants only a single entry in Uganda in 90 days. 

Uganda E-Visa holders allow visitors to travel to the country for short-term business, however, any form of employment activity is prohibited. Do take a look at the most common mistakes when applying for a Uganda E-Visa.

Depending on your visit purposes in Uganda, the requirements vary. In this section, we will provide some of the basic prerequisites for Uganda's tourist e-visa. 

• A valid passport with at least 06 months validity from your intended entry date. The passport should have at least 1 unused visa page for visa endorsement. 
• A digital passport-sized photograph. The photo must be visible and on a white background. 
• A return or onward ticket. Information on arrival & departure dates to ensure that you will not overstay in the country. 
• Proof of accommodation bookings. Travelers may need to verify their stay in the country. 
• A vaccination certificate for yellow fever. This document is REQUIRED to enter the country. 
• A valid email address for notification. Ensure your email address is entered correctly. A copy of your e-visa will be sent to your email if approved. 
• A debit/credit card for the visa fee payment. Check more details on the cost of the Uganda e-visa.

Do keep in mind that the Ugandan authorities will request these documents to complete the application. It’s strongly recommended that you complete this stage before beginning the application. 

In general, Ivorian citizens can get a visa for Uganda through either:

• Ugandan Embassy: A traditional approach to getting a paper visa. However, the process may be time-consuming and involve more paperwork. 
• Uganda e-Visa: The e-visa application allows you to acquire a visa online conveniently from anywhere with little paperwork process involved. This method is highly recommended. 

The process of applying for the e-visa is conducted completely online on the Uganda Immigration Services website. Applicants can complete the application through the following simple steps:

• Step 1: To begin the application, select “Apply Visa” now. 
• Step 2: The next step is straightforward, complete the application form with your personal details and travel information. Ensure to double-check your details.
• Step 3: Complete the process by submitting the total e-visa fees using a debit/credit card. When requested, please send us some supporting documents to proceed with your application.

We strongly advise that you complete your application in advance before your departure date to minimize any trouble that may occur. If you have any inquiries regarding the e-visa or application, do not hesitate to contact us right away.

The cost of a Uganda e-visa includes both the Government fee and the Service fee. 

The Government fee is paid to the Ugandan authorities and covers administrative and processing costs associated with the application. The fee is non-refundable regardless of your application’s result. 

The Service fee is determined by the service you select, which may be the Standard service, Urgent service, or Super Urgent service. Uganda Immigration Services also provides a Rush Visa service for those who need their visa in a matter of hours.

• Standard processing: The standard service is the most economical option, with a normal processing time of 03 business days. 
• Urgent processing: The urgent service offers quicker processing at a slightly higher cost. The processing time is 2 business days.
• Super Urgent processing: The super urgent service provides the fastest processing time for a small extra service fee. Applicants can expect to get their visa approval in 24 working hours.

To submit the e-visa payments, our system accepts the following methods: 

• Online payment: We accept Mastercard, Visa, American Express, and PayPal.
• For wire transfers: Our system accepts the Bank of Cyprus.