East Africa
Uganda
🏛️ Kampala
💰 UGX · Shilling🗣 English🕐 UTC+3✈️ e-Visa required🗓 Best: Jun – Sep
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Annual Visitors
1.5M
Tourism Revenue
$1.4B
UNESCO Sites
3
National Parks
10
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Capital
Kampala
Currency
UGX · Shilling
Languages
English, Swahili
Time Zone
UTC+3
Visa
e-Visa required
Best Season
June – September
Is Uganda safe to visit?
Uganda welcomes 1.5M visitors annually. Always check your government travel advisory before booking.
Best time to visit Uganda?
The best time to visit Uganda is June – September.
Do I need a visa for Uganda?
e-Visa required. Verify with the Uganda embassy for your nationality.
What currency is used in Uganda?
The currency is the UGX · Shilling.
What language is spoken in Uganda?
Official language(s): English, Swahili.
💱 Exchange Rates1,000 UGX =
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