How much is a Dubai visa from Uganda? A standard 30-day single-entry e-visa starts from $150 per person, with prices rising for multiple-entry, longer-stay or business options. Below is the full, current price breakdown for every visa type available to Ugandan passport holders, plus quick answers on processing time and extension costs.
Note: There is no free entry option — Ugandan citizens are not visa-exempt for the UAE, so every applicant pays a visa fee. For a full walkthrough of documents and how to apply, see our complete Dubai visa guide for Ugandan citizens.
Dubai Visa Price from Uganda by Visa Type
| Visa Type | Stay Validity | Processing Time | Price (per person) |
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| 7-Day Short Visa | 7 days | 1–2 days | $125 |
| 30-Day Single Entry | 30 days | 3–4 days | $150 |
| 30-Day Multiple Entry | 30 days | 3–4 days | $420 |
| 60-Day Single Entry | 60 days | 3–4 days | $450 |
| 60-Day Multiple Entry | 60 days | 3–4 days | $600 |
| 90-Day Leisure Visa | 90 days | 1–2 days | $850 |
| 48-Hour Transit Visa | 48 hours | 1–2 days | $130 |
| 96-Hour Transit Visa | 96 hours | 4–5 days | $135 |
| 14-Day Business Visa | 14 days | 1–2 days | $140 |
| 2-Year Freelancer Visa | 2 years | 15–30 days | $3,000 |
Prices are starting rates per applicant and can vary based on processing speed and add-ons.
Is a Dubai Visa Free for Ugandans?
No. Ugandan citizens must pay a visa fee for every entry type — there is no visa-on-arrival or fee waiver. Some travellers confuse this with visa-exempt nationalities, but Uganda is not on that list, so advance payment and approval are required before travel.
Dubai Visa Extension Fees for Ugandan Citizens
If you're already in Dubai and need more time:
- 90-day visa extension — same-day processing, from $750
- 60-day inside A2A extension — 1–2 days processing, from $550
- 30-day inside A2A extension — 1–2 days processing, from $450
Overstaying carries fines starting at AED 200 on the first day, plus AED 50 for each additional day — extending before expiry is almost always cheaper.
How Long Does It Take to Get a Dubai Visa in Uganda?
Standard tourist and business visas process in 3–4 working days; transit visas typically take 1–5 days depending on duration. If you need it faster, urgent processing (a few hours) is available for select visa types — ask our team on chat for current turnaround.
Dubai Visa vs. UAE Visa — Are They the Same for Ugandan Citizens?
Yes. The e-visa you apply for is technically issued by the UAE federal government and is valid for entry through Dubai and any other emirate — "Dubai visa" and "UAE visa" refer to the same document in this context, so pricing and requirements don't differ between the two terms.
Quick Look: Visa Types Available to Ugandan Citizens
- Tourist/Visit Visa — most common choice, 30 or 60 days, single or multiple entry
- Transit Visa — for short Dubai layovers, 48 or 96 hours
- Business Visa — for meetings, conferences, short-term professional visits
- Freelancer Visa — 2-year multiple-entry option for remote workers/freelancers
- Employment & Residence Visas — sponsored by a UAE employer; documentation differs from tourist visas
For full eligibility, required documents and the step-by-step application process for each type.
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