Uganda passport → Israel
Do Ugandan citizens need a visa for Israel?
Ugandan passport holders need a visa for Israel, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
Sources differ on this route: another dataset lists it as eVisa. Confirm on the official website before you travel.
What this means for your trip
- Book an appointment with the embassy, consulate or its visa centre early. Waits can be long in peak season.
- Typical documents: application form, photos, bank statements, ITR, employment letter, bookings and travel insurance.
- If you already hold certain other visas, a simpler route may apply. Check the section below.
Israel at a glance
- Capital
- Jerusalem
- Currency
- Israeli new shekel (ILS)
- Languages
- Arabic, Hebrew
- Calling code
- +972
- Region
- Western Asia
Israel for other passports
- UgandaVisa required
IndiaeVisa
United StateseTA90 days
United KingdomeTA90 days
United Arab EmirateseTA90 days
ChinaVisa required
SingaporeeTA90 days
PakistanVisa required
BangladeshVisa required
Sri LankaeVisa
NepalVisa required
NigeriaVisa required
PhilippineseTA90 days
Nearby in Western Asia for Ugandan passport holders
Common questions
Do Ugandan citizens need a visa for Israel?
Ugandan passport holders need a visa for Israel, applied for in advance at an embassy, consulate or visa application centre.
How long can Ugandan citizens stay in Israel?
The allowed stay depends on the visa you are granted. Check the decision letter or entry stamp.
Can Ugandan citizens get a visa on arrival in Israel?
Not under the standard rules.
How many countries can Ugandan citizens visit without a visa?
63 destinations allow entry without a visa arranged in advance (visa-free, visa on arrival or eTA). The Uganda passport ranks #66 of 94 (passports with equal scores share a rank).
Source: Wikipedia, Visa requirements for Ugandan citizens (edited 16 Jul 2026), CC BY-SA 4.0. Last checked 11 Oct 2026. Rules change. Always confirm with the official embassy or immigration website of Israel before you travel.