Travel advice for Uganda

Do not travel to the DRC border south of Hoima District, where ADF, under ISIL influence, intensifies terrorism amid extremely poor, unpredictable security. Avoid unnecessary travel to listed western districts, the DRC border north of Buliisa District, South Sudan and Kabong Kenya borders, and Karamoja areas in Moroto and Amudat. Elsewhere, including Kampala, take sufficient care because terrorism, home invasion, vehicle robbery, murder and kidnapping occur. Do not resist attackers.

Travel with increased caution because Ebola, border incidents, terrorism, crime and violent demonstrations create risks. Avoid all unnecessary travel to Queen Elizabeth and Semuliki national parks, the South Sudan border, and DR Congo border areas, including southern Kibale Forest, the Kibale Forest Corridor, Fort Portal routes and the area southwest of Kasese. Before travel to northern Uganda near South Sudan or Rwanda, check security conditions and follow local advice.

Avoid non-essential travel to Uganda because of Ebola's regional impact, terrorism and high crime. Avoid all travel within 50 kilometres of the South Sudan border, except national park visits using reputable guides and well-travelled roads. Crossings into the Democratic Republic of the Congo are restricted for most travellers, while armed groups, banditry and inter-ethnic violence threaten border areas and Karamoja Province. Terrorist attacks have occurred in Kampala and other locations.

Avoid non-essential travel to Uganda because of terrorism and instability near the western border. The ADF has carried out bombings and attacks, including in Kampala. An Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo risks spreading into Uganda. Check Entebbe flights because Middle East tensions affect operations, avoid risky gold and business deals, and note that Bwindi National Park gorilla trekking is limited to those aged 18 or over.

Avoid travel to Karamoja and the border area with the Democratic Republic of Congo because fighting and rebel attacks create a high security risk. Elsewhere in Uganda, be alert to crime, avoid crowds and night travel, keep valuables secure and use guarded parking. Ebola outbreaks have been confirmed in Uganda and Ituri in the DRC. Follow precautions against exposure to body fluids from infected people and contaminated objects.

Australia advises a high degree of caution for Uganda.

Avoid unnecessary travel to Uganda's border areas with the Democratic Republic of the Congo because the risk of Ebola spread remains high. Exercise increased caution in other parts of Uganda, avoid contact with sick people, bodies and wild animals, maintain hand hygiene, and monitor health after travel. The border is closed to ordinary movement, and recent visitors to the DRC, Uganda or South Sudan may face entry restrictions or quarantine.

Exercise great caution in Uganda because of terrorism and violent crime. Near the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan borders, including Kasese District and named parks, security is unpredictable, with robbery and tribal clashes around Karamoja, so check local advice and use recognised local guides. Uganda's Ebola outbreak has been declared over, but follow health instructions because travel to Uganda or the DRC may lead to entry restrictions.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Uganda because of the risk of Ebola importation from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Avoid non-essential travel to the restricted border with the Democratic Republic of Congo, especially western Uganda, because military or terrorist incursions, stray bullets and artillery fire may cross into Uganda. After returning from the affected region, monitor your health for 21 days and seek immediate care if symptoms develop.

Exercise caution throughout Uganda because terrorism, violent crime, demonstrations and flooding are risks. Be vigilant near the DRC border, including Kamwenge and Queen Elisabeth National Park; conflicts with herders occur near the South Sudan and Kenya borders, while refugee-camp regions near South Sudan and the DRC are often unrestful. In Kampala, avoid remote neighbourhoods, secure valuables, and do not accept food or drinks from strangers, as they may be drugged.

Exercise caution near the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan borders. Avoid movement within 5 kilometres of either border and nonessential travel to Semuliki National Park due to rebel incursions. Stay extremely vigilant against terrorism, follow official instructions and take preventive measures against mpox. Uganda's Ebola epidemic has ended, but DRC border regions remain affected and the Uganda DRC border is closed except for limited exceptions.

Take normal precautions, but consult other countries' travel information and alerts because Estonia has no representation in Uganda. Note that Uganda reported an Ebola outbreak, which was later declared over, and before onward travel check whether destination countries require enhanced health screening or quarantine. Estonian tourists driving in Uganda must hold a valid Estonian driving licence and an international driving permit, and they need a visa.

Germany advises normal precautions for Uganda.

Hong Kong advises normal precautions for Uganda.

Exercise a high degree of caution in Uganda because of civil unrest, terrorism and high levels of crime, including armed banditry and robbery. Avoid travel to high risk and volatile areas bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo, Karamoja and South Sudan, and avoid all protests and demonstrations. Follow health precautions for Ebola, receive yellow fever vaccination as advised, and consider meningococcal vaccination. Malaria is prevalent in certain areas.

Take normal precautions when travelling to Uganda. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after arrival, and you must obtain a visa before entry. Strict customs rules apply, and the Uganda border with the Democratic Republic of Congo is closed except for authorised Ebola response, humanitarian and security personnel. At Entebbe International Airport, people meeting arriving passengers must wait outside the terminal.