🇺🇬 Is Uganda safe to visit?
Daily safety index from official government advisories, plus the consular map of Uganda: 20 diplomatic missions from 20 countries, local emergency numbers and language essentials.
Updated Sep 13, 2026 · Composite index recalculated daily from official government advisories.
What official sources say
Levels are normalized to Telcomia's 1–4 scale. Always read the full official advisory at the source.
What to know before traveling to Uganda
Drawn from the linked official advisories — always check the full text at the source.
Trip essentials
- Medical and temperature checks are in place at all border crossings and airports entering or leaving Uganda
- All flights between Uganda and Democratic Republic of Congo are suspended; land borders between both countries are closed
- Airlines may cancel or alter routes to/from Uganda — confirm your itinerary with your carrier well in advance
- Travel insurance must cover air-ambulance transfer from anywhere in Uganda to Kampala, plus medevac repatriation
Risk areas and situations
- Ebola (Bundibugyo strain) outbreak active in Uganda, originating from DRC's Ituri and North Kivu provinces
- Risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks is rated very high; certain zones require avoiding travel entirely
Health
- WHO declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (May 2026) over the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak affecting Uganda
- Ugandan Ministry of Health has confirmed cases including two deaths — follow official health authority guidance only
- Comprehensive international health insurance is strongly advised, including air-ambulance to Kampala and medically equipped repatriation
Emergency numbers in Uganda
Embassies and consulates in Uganda
20 diplomatic missions from 20 countries, across 2 cities.
| Nationality | Missions | Cities |
|---|---|---|
| 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇧🇪 Belgium | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇨🇳 China | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 1 | Kampala District |
| 🇩🇰 Denmark | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇩🇿 Algeria | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇫🇷 France | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇮🇪 Ireland | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇮🇳 India | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇮🇸 Iceland | 1 | Kampala |
| 🇮🇹 Italy | 1 | Kampala |
…and 8 more nationalities with diplomatic presence.
The full directory — addresses, phone numbers and locations on the map — is available in the Telcomia app.
Local language
The main local language in Uganda is English. The Telcomia app includes 16 emergency phrases in English, with audio, ready to play when you need them.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Uganda safe to visit right now?
The Telcomia Safety Index for Uganda is 2.32/4 (Increased caution, level 2 of 4) as of Sep 13, 2026. It is a composite of official advisories from Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States, recalculated daily.
What is the emergency number in Uganda?
The general emergency number in Uganda is 999. Save it before you travel — with a Telcomia eSIM you can call for help without hunting for Wi-Fi.
How many embassies are there in Uganda?
Telcomia tracks 20 diplomatic missions from 20 countries in Uganda, across 2 cities. The full directory with addresses and phone numbers is in the Telcomia app.
Informational only
This page is general information, not a substitute for official government travel advice. Conditions can change quickly — always check your own government's latest advisory before and during your trip.
Advisory levels summarize official sources: Spain's MAEC, the UK FCDO (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0) and the U.S. Department of State (public domain). Follow the links above for the full official text.