General information

This permit allows the applicant to live and work in Uganda. This permit is always sponsored by an organization or company, which must have a mandatory organization code.

Process

1. Once the application is submitted, it will be studied by an Immigration Officer. Please note that during the approval process additional information may be required. The new required information can be submitted electronically through “Manage your applications”
2. The decision taken on the application will be sent electronically through the email provided by the applicant.
3. If approved, an approval letter will be sent as an attachment to the email provided. Click on the link to download it.
4. A travel letter is not permission to enter Uganda therefore, applicants outside Uganda (visa prone countries) will be required to apply for a visa to enable them enter Uganda.
5. Present a valid travel document of not less than 6 months validity to the Immigration officer at the port of entry.