Zambia
Uganda
Uganda visa for Zambian citizens
Entry requirement
Uganda admits Zambian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
- Maximum stay
- 90 days
- Where to apply
- Nothing to apply for in advance
Checked 7 November 2026 · Passport Index
For longer stays: study, work and residence
Ugandan citizens travelling to Zambia
UgandaZambia Visa-free, 90 days Zambia visa for citizens of Uganda
Travel advice for Uganda
- US State Department Level 4: Do not travel
- UK Foreign Office (FCDO) No advice against travel
- German Foreign Office No travel warning
What the US, British and German foreign ministries tell their own citizens about travelling there, in each ministry’s own terms.
Before travelling from Zambia to Uganda, it helps to know the official travel advice: the US State Department rates Uganda at Level 4, do not travel (updated 3 June 2026), the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office does not advise against travel to Uganda (updated 6 November 2026) and the German Foreign Office has no travel warning for Uganda (updated 29 October 2026).
Good to know
How long Zambian citizens can stay in Uganda
Zambian citizens may stay in Uganda for up to 90 days. The stay granted is recorded on entry to Uganda.
Uganda’s neighbours for Zambian citizens
Tanzania, Kenya and Rwanda admit Zambian citizens visa-free.
Ugandan citizens travelling to Zambia
Ugandan citizens can visit Zambia without a visa for up to 90 days. The rule is the same in both directions between Zambia and Uganda.
Frequently asked questions
Do Zambian citizens need a visa for Uganda?
Uganda admits Zambian citizens without a visa for stays of up to 90 days.
How long can Zambian citizens stay in Uganda?
Zambian citizens can stay in Uganda for up to 90 days.
Do Ugandan citizens need a visa for Zambia?
Ugandan citizens can visit Zambia without a visa for up to 90 days.
Can Zambian citizens enter Uganda visa-free?
Yes, Zambian citizens can enter Uganda without a visa and stay for up to 90 days.
Visa data: Passport Index via passport-index-data, as of 7 November 2026. Rules change, sometimes overnight. Confirm with the embassy or the official government portal before you book.