UAE eases precautionary entry measures for Ugandan nationals
ABU DHABI, (Pakistan Point News - 11th Nov, 2026) The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA), in coordination with the Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP) and the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP), has announced the easing of precautionary entry measures for nationals of the Republic of Uganda.
The measures were introduced in June 2026 in response to developments related to the Ebola virus.
Under the updated measures:
- The suspension on issuing new visas to Ugandan nationals has been lifted, allowing them to enter the UAE provided that at least 21 days have passed since their departure from Uganda.
- Ugandan students who were enrolled in educational institutions in the UAE before June 2026 will be permitted to enter the country, along with their family members, following approved health procedures.
- Administrative staff at the Embassy of the Republic of Uganda in the UAE who hold ordinary passports, as well as their family members, can enter subject to approved procedures.
- Holders of diplomatic and special passports issued by the Government of the Republic of Uganda will be permitted to enter the UAE following the approved health procedures applicable to exempted categories, in coordination with the relevant authorities.
- Humanitarian and medical cases will be assessed individually, according to approved regulations and in collaboration with the relevant authorities. Individuals travelling for medical treatment must submit approved medical reports.
Meanwhile, the existing precautionary measures for the Democratic Republic of the Congo and the Republic of South Sudan will remain in effect, as per approved regulations and based on ongoing monitoring of the epidemiological situation in these countries.
NCEMA, MoHAP, and ICP emphasized that these measures demonstrate the UAE's commitment to protecting public health, strengthening preparedness, and responding to health risks. The authorities will continue to monitor the epidemiological situation and update precautionary measures accordingly.