The UAE has eased precautionary entry measures for Ugandan nationals following developments in the Ebola virus situation. The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) announced the decision, lifting the suspension on issuing new visas introduced in June 2026.
Under the updated rules, Ugandan nationals can enter the UAE provided at least 21 days have passed since their departure from Uganda. Ugandan students enrolled in UAE educational institutions before June 2026, along with their family members, will also be allowed entry, subject to approved health procedures.
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The revised measures also cover administrative staff at the Ugandan Embassy in the UAE and their families, as well as holders of Ugandan diplomatic and special passports. Humanitarian and medical cases will be assessed individually. Travellers seeking medical treatment must provide approved medical reports detailing their diagnosis, healthcare facility and scheduled treatment date.
The authorities confirmed that precautionary measures for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and South Sudan remain in place. They will continue monitoring the epidemiological situation and adjust measures according to public health risks and emerging developments.
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