Uganda Travel Insurance

Basic Information About Uganda

Some important information on Uganda Travel Insurance that we think you’ll want to know before you travel.

Uganda Security Measures for travelers

It is your sole decision to travel to Uganda; this makes your personal safety in Uganda your absolute responsibility. But we care about the safety and security of Canadians abroad and so we provide credible and relevant information in our Travel Advice to help you to make well-informed decisions as you travel to the East African country.

Risk Level

Uganda – Exercise a high degree of caution

Due to muggings and theft, especially in urban centers, exercise a high degree of caution in Uganda.

Travel Health Notice – Zika virus

The Public Health Agency of Canada advises Canadians to practice special health precautions in Uganda due to the Zika virus. Pregnant and would-be pregnant women should avoid traveling to Uganda.

Entry / Exit requirements

Every country or territory has the right to decide who is allowed to enter or exit its borders. The Canadian government cannot intervene on your behalf if you fail to meet the country’s entry or exit requirements.

The information on this page was obtained from the Ugandan authorities; however, it can change at any time. Moreover, you can verify the information with foreign diplomatic missions and consulates in Canada.

Passport

The entry requirements that apply to you depend on the type of passport you use for travel. Find out about requirements on passport validity from your transportation company before you travel.

Uganda Healthcare

There are public and private hospitals in Uganda. However, the healthcare facilities and quality in Uganda is one of the worst in the world but medical treatment could also be expensive. Some hospitals may require cash payment, so, you need to travel with enough money to cover potential costs and adequate Uganda travel insurance for coverage against medical emergencies, hospitalization, and accidents.

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Uganda Travel Insurance News

A Winnipeg couple, Lindsay and Zaid Aboud flew to African in 2016 to start a charity and not a family. While in Uganda, they met one-year-old Abel and two-year-old Malaika at the orphanage. While Abel was sick, Malaika was born without hands. Their deformities make them unlikely to be selected for adoption.

Lindsay said that Malaika was seen as a curse because she was born without hands and they were told that if she is brought back to the community, she would be killed. The mother had no option than to leave her on a bus.

Abouds wanted to give the children a better chance at life but they do not have an idea about the trials that lie ahead of them at home in Winnipeg. The couple adopted the children officially in May 2018 but the process of bringing them back to Canada was filled with misinformation, frustration and red tape.

Zaid said he feels like he is in prison. He added that he has been severely impacted physically, emotionally, mentally and in his relationship with colleagues and friends. The couple applied for citizenship for the children and visitors visa. The citizenship was processed but the visas were denied in August.

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