By Robert Segawa
In a recent announcement, the Ugandan Ministry of Internal Affairs has advised all travelers to India to secure a valid yellow fever certificate to avoid quarantine upon arrival. This requirement mandates that Ugandans undergo yellow fever testing at least 10 days before departure.
Spokesperson Simon Peter Mundeyi emphasized the urgency of this directive during a press briefing at the police headquarters in Naguru, noting that Uganda is among 42 countries identified as having a malaria pandemic.
“Any Ugandan who does not present a valid yellow fever certificate will be subject to a six-day quarantine at their own expense,” he stated.
Mundeyi urged all travelers, including students and infants aged nine months and older, to prioritize obtaining the certificate to avoid unnecessary costs and inconveniences. This advisory follows growing public concern regarding the necessity of yellow fever documentation for travel to India.
In related news, Mundeyi also called on airlines to permit e-visa travelers to access visas on arrival at Entebbe International Airport and other border points, following an upgrade to the visa processing system. He clarified that while the system enhancements are ongoing, all other visa application requirements remain unchanged.
