Uganda•AfricaClass H Entry Permit - Residence (Non-Working)
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-42 days
Application Fee
750 USD
Stay Duration
6 to 36 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Residence permit for non-working individuals with assured income from outside Uganda. Can reside in Uganda without engaging in employment. For retirees and persons of independent means.
Class H permits are issued to persons intending to reside in Uganda without engaging in any form of employment. This includes retirees, persons with independent means, and those with assured income from sources outside Uganda. The permit holder must not accept any employment in Uganda.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
20,000 USD
per year
Minimum Savings
20,000 USD
Personal
Education
None or higher
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Passport photo
Recent, 3x4cm photograph
Proof of income
Bank statements, pension documents, or investment income letters
Accommodation proof
Rental contract, property ownership, or hotel booking
Police clearance
Certificate of good conduct
Medical report
Health certification if requested
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Advantages
- Pathway to long-term residence
- Renewable indefinitely
- Can include dependents
- No employment restrictions for external income
- Can lead to permanent residence with long-term stay
Considerations
- Cannot engage in any local employment
- Must maintain proof of external income
- 4-6 week processing time
- Higher fees for longer periods
- No entrepreneurship or business ownership allowed
Application Process
Prove assured income
Document income from sources outside Uganda
Prepare documents
Gather passport, income documentation, and accommodation proof
Apply online
Submit application through immigration portal
Upload documentation
Submit bank statements, pension letters, investment income proof
Pay fee
Pay USD 750-4,500 depending on duration (subject to 3% surcharge)
Await processing
Application reviewed within 4-6 weeks
Receive permit
Class H residence permit issued
Application Forms
Class H Entry Permit Application
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