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East Africa · 1.5M visitors/year
Uganda
🏛️ Kampala
💰 UGX · Shilling
🗣 English
🕐 UTC+3
✈️ e-Visa required
Overview
Hotels
Attractions
Rentals
Banks
Essentials
Tourism at a Glance
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Annual Visitors
1.5M
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Tourism Revenue
$1.4B
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UNESCO Sites
3
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National Parks
10
📅 Best Season to Visit
June – September
⭐ Visitor Rating
★★★★☆
4 out of 5.0
🌍 Top Source Markets
US
UK
Kenya
Country Information
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Capital
Kampala
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Currency
UGX · Shilling
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Languages
English, Swahili
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Time Zone
UTC+3
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Visa
e-Visa required
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Hotels
📍
Sights
🚙
Rentals
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Banking
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Burundi
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Ethiopia
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Uganda safe to visit?
Uganda welcomes 1.5M visitors annually. Always check your government travel advisory before booking.
Best time to visit Uganda?
The best time to visit Uganda is June – September.
Do I need a visa for Uganda?
e-Visa required. Verify with the Uganda embassy for your nationality.
What currency is used in Uganda?
The currency is the UGX · Shilling.
What language is spoken in Uganda?
Official language(s): English, Swahili.
💱 Exchange Rates
1,000 UGX =
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