Admission into Uganda is NOT based on Sexual Orientation. No immigration personnel will ask for your sexual orientation on Entry into Uganda. However, you must observe strict discretion and refrain from any sort of public display of affection if you are travelling as LGBTQI across Uganda.
As of 29th/May/2023 President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni Tahaburwa has signed into law a very strict law against LGBTQI practices in Uganda. This bill has long been pending approval up until today 29th/May/2023 when he finally appended his signature to what the Western world including Ugandans living in the diaspora has termed “the harshest anti-LGBTQI bill“. Offenders of the anti-LGBTQI law risk the death penalty or life imprisonment for certain same-sex acts, up to 20 years in prison for “recruitment, promotion, and funding
Is it Safe to Go on a Safari in Uganda as an LGBTQI+ traveller?
While the bill has been signed into Ugandan law, it’s still safe to visit but only if you avoid Kissing, touching, or any form of public show of affection when travelling in Uganda. You can enjoy every bit of yourself while in the privacy of your room or cottage.
How to Obtain a Uganda Visa for an LGBTQI Traveler
Just like any other traveller coming to Uganda, the Visa can only be applied for online – No more Visas will be issued on arrival – Airlines might even stop you from boarding if you have not secured your Ugandan Visa Online.
learn more about applying for a Ugandan Visa Online.
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