Work permit visa fee

by Abhi
(New zealand)

Question

What are the qualifications required to acquire a work permit in Uganda?

Answer

Dear Abhi,

Thanks for asking this question.

In order to qualify for a work permit in Uganda, you need to first know which work permit you are applying for.

You will certainly be given a work permit as long as you meet its specific requirements at the time when you're applying for the permit.

Below we have listed for you the 8 different types of Work Permits you could apply for and their application requirements. This information is in accordance with guidelines from the Uganda Immigration Department and the Ministry of Internal affairs:

1. CLASS A (GOVERNMENT DIPLOMATIC SERVICES)

Requirements;
• Fill Entry Permit (EP) form.
• Attach photocopies of passport.
• 2 passport size photos.
• Covering letter from the Embassy and a supportive letter from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

2. CLASS A2 (GOVERNMENT CONTRACTS)

• Fill Entry Permit form.
• Attach photocopies of passport.
• 2 passport size photos.
• Covering letter from the Organization.
• Covering letter from the line Ministry.

3. CLASS B (INVESTMENT IN AGRICULTURE)

• Fill Entry Permit form.
• 2 passport size photos.
• Photocopies of passport.
• Covering letter.
• Land title.
• Recommendation from LCs or Resident District Commissioner’s (RDC) office.
• Work plan/feasibility study of the project undertaken.
• Security bond.

4. CLASS D (BUSINESS AND TRADE)

• Fill Entry Permit form.
• Covering letter.
• 2 passport size photos.
• Photocopies of passport.
• Company’s bank statement.
• Investment license.
• Articles and memorandum of association.
• Certificate of incorporation.
• Income tax clearance.
• Trading license.
• Proof of investment – US $ 100,000.
• Letter of good conduct.
• Security bond.

5. CLASS F (PROFESSIONALS)

• Fill Entry Permit form.
• 2 passport size photos.
• Covering letter.
• Qualifications.
• Registration with the relevant organization e.g. Association of Medical Practitioners.
• Company documents.
• Letter of good conduct.
• Security bond.

6. CLASS G1 (VOLUNTEERS, NGO WORKERS, MISSIONARIES)

• Fill Entry Permit form.
• 2 passport size photos.
• Copy of passport.
• Copy NGO certificate.
• Criminal record report from home country.
• Covering letter.
• Appointment letter.
• Qualifications.

7. CLASS G2 (EMPLOYEES)

• Fill Entry Permit form.
• 2 passport size photos.
• Photocopies of passport.
• Academic qualifications.
• Letter of good conduct.
• Appointment letter.
• Covering letter.
• Proof of failure to employ a Ugandan.
• Investment letter.
• Income tax clearance.
• Articles and memorandum of association.
• Trading license.
• Security bond.
• Company’s bank statement.
• Certificate of incorporation.

8. CERTIFICATE OF RESIDENCE (this applies to those who want to acquire permanent residence in Uganda)

• Fill Certificate of Residence (CR) form.
• 3 passport size photos.
• Local Council (LC) 1 recommendation letter.
• Covering letter.
• Medical report.
• Copy of passport.
• Proof of ownership of property (if any).
Certificate of Residence due to marriage (the requirements for certificate of residence plus the following):
• Marriage certificate copy (at least 3 years).
• Copy of the spouse’s Ugandan passport.


The fees of Immigration facilities;

1. CLASS A2 (Parastatal Service) – US $ 250 per year.
2. CLASS B (Agriculture) – US $ 500 per year.
3. CLASS C (Mining) – US $ 500 per year.
4. CLASS D (Businessmen) – US $ 1500 per year.
5. CLASS E (Manufacturing) – US $ 500 per year.
6. CLASS F (Professionals) – US $ 750 per year.
7. CLASS G (Expatriate employees) – US $ 600 per year.
8. CLASS G1 (Missionaries, NGOS and Volunteers) – US $ 250 per year.