Passports

E-PASSPORT APPLICATION

Introducing the E-Passport Online Application portal for Ugandans: www.passports.go.ug

The Ministry of Internal Affairs(MIA)/Directorate of citizenship and Immigration Control(DCIC) has now fully operationalized the e-Passport with the online application system for e-passports now in place.

To use the new portal, applicants from anywhere in the world visit: www.passports.go.ug

There is no express service for individuals submitting their applications from outside Uganda.

Please note, applicants will be contacted when their passport is ready for collection.

PASSPORT RENEWAL (NOTE: THE EMBASSY ONLY DEALS WITH PASSPORT RENEWALS. FRESH APPLICANTS MUST APPLY IN UGANDA).

1.  Visit http://www.passports.go.ug

2. Make payment via the online application form links which you'll see at the last stage of the application with payments made via the URA payment portal using your Debit/Credit card ensuring you print out your receipts:

The fee for an ordinary passport is: UGX 250, 000/=

Lost passports additionally incur a UGX 100,000/= fine.

Alternatively, if you are struggling to make payment online, you may wish to ask someone to pay for your application on your behalf. This can be done at most banks in Uganda which accept the PRN codes your application will generate.

3. Make an appointment to submit your application by visiting https://www.passports.go.ug/  and selecting 'schedule appointment'.

4. Attend your appointment ensuring you have all requirements as per the below checklist.

4. Applicants are required to visit the Mission in person, on appointment, with the following (checklist):

a) Form titled 'passport application appointment form' (2 pages).

b) A letter from your recommender (a Ugandan national) confirming you are known to them

c) A copy of your recommender's Ugandan National ID

d) Print out of proof of payments for the fee for the ordinary passport  (as well as lost passport fee if this applies)

e) Your current passport

f) A copy of your Ugandan National ID if you have one.  

Additional requirements for a lost passport:

Sworn Affidavit

Police letter

100,000 Shs payment for fine

Copy of lost Ugandan passport or Ugandan National ID.

Additional requirements for the renewal of a minor (under 18 ) passport:
Original Birth Certificate  
Parents Ugandan Passports
A copy of the parents Ugandan passports (bio data page and page 45)
Letter of consent from the parents

All applicants are required to visit the Mission with their documents already printed out and in order.

It is your responsibility to have a valid passport for travel.

If you make travel arrangements without a valid passport you do so at your own risk.

Passport Renewal FAQ's

When can I submit my passport application?

Monday to Friday between 09.30am - 1.00pm, ensuring you have booked an appointment on the day on the online appointment system,  https://www.passports.go.ug/

When can i collect my passport once I have been informed it is ready for collection?

Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 10.00am - 1.00pm

Am i really required to appear in person to submit my passport application?

Yes. See 2.2.6 here 

Do I need to bring my own passport photos to the appointment?

No. Your photo is taken during your appointment.

Am i required to have a National ID to apply for the e-passport?

No.

Who can be a recommender?

A person with a Ugandan National ID who can attest to your identity.

How will I know when my passport is ready for collection?

We either call you or send an e-mail (please make sure you check your junk mail!) There is no need to call our offices.

I am having trouble making payment online, can you advise?

Applicants are advised to either try another browser, attempt payment the following day or restart the application. Furthermore, if you are are having trouble making payment online, someone can make payment on your behalf at most banks in Uganda using the PRN numbers generated by your passport application (Bank of Africa, Bank of Baroda, Bank of Uganda, Barclays Bank, Commercial Bank of Africa Uganda Limited, Cairo International Bank, Centenary Bank, Citibank, DFCU Bank, Diamond Trust Bank, Eco Bank, Equity Bank Uganda Limited, Exim Bank Uganda Limited, Finance Trust Bank Limited, Gtbank, Housing Finance Bank, KCB Bank Uganda, NC Bank Uganda Limited, Orient Bank, Post Bank Uganda Limited, Pride Microfinance Uganda Ltd, STANBIC, Standard Chartered, Tropical Bank Ltd and United Bank for Africa)  - they will then provide you with proof of payment. Payment cannot be made at Uganda High Commission. You must ensure you pay both the passport fee AND courier fee (and the lost passport fee where necessary).

Alternatively, payment online can be made through:

Visting: https://www.ura.go.ug/