Kampala: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

Kampala is the capital and largest city of Uganda. The city proper has a population of 1,797,722 and is divided into the five political divisions of Kampala Central, Kawempe, Makindye, Nakawa, and Rubaga.

Kampala · CC BY-SA 4.0

Map of places

Now in the cityKampalasunset 06:36 PM

EntryPick a passportThe answer depends on the passport.

Places on the map16

Exchange rateUGX 4,114.34per 1 $UGX — the local currencyas of Nov 2, 2026

Within two hours

Kampala Mosque≈ 30 min

Safety and health

Safety · official adviceour data as of Nov 3, 2026

UK Foreign Office (FCDO)No restrictionsNo travel restrictions in force.

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Updated information about precautionary measures around the Ebola outbreak in the region (‘Entry requirements’ and ‘Health’ pages).

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice

US State DepartmentLevel 4The authority advises against travel altogether.

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Do not travel to Uganda due to crime , health , terrorism , and unrest . Please read the full text of the advisory. Travel restrictions for government employees The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency consular services to U.S. citizens in Uganda due to the Ebola outbreak.

Source: US Department of State Travel Advisory

Source: UK FCDO Foreign Travel Advice · US Department of State Travel Advisory

Kampala: Travel guide, prices and free housing · 2026

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Getting there and staying

Visa and practicalities

Safety and health

Getting here