Uganda has announced a reduction in entry visa fee from 100 to 50 U.S Dollars at all its entry points.
A statement by the Ministry of Interior says the move is aimed at promoting tourism sector as Uganda plans to introduce electronic visa application, which will be provided to travelers at its embassies and border points.
#Uganda single entry visa reduced to $50 from $100 effective 22nd July 2016 #PearlOfAfrica #Tourism #travel pic.twitter.com/7MzJ4sA3ul
— Sarah Kagingo (@SarahKagingo) July 22, 2016
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