U.S. Embassy Uganda

U.S. Embassy Uganda will be closed on Wednesday, May 27, in observance of Uganda’s public holiday, Eid Al-Adha. Normal operations will resume on Thursday, May 28.

U.S. Embassy Uganda will be closed Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday, May 26.

At the International Candlelight Memorial, we stand in solidarity with people living with HIV. Through our $2.3 billion health partnership & American innovation like lenacapavir—a twice-yearly injection preventing nearly 100% of new HIV infections—we're moving closer to ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. Together, we will end HIV. 🇺🇸🇺🇬🕯️

The U.S. is coordinating a comprehensive response to the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda in collaboration with their Ministries of Health to help contain the spread, protect American citizens, and support affected communities.
The U.S. has mobilized emergency funding, strengthened regional coordination, supported surveillance and laboratory capacity to respond quickly and effectively to the outbreak.
American leadership remains critical in confronting global health threats and advancing global health security.
Read more:

United States Responds to Ebola Outbreak in Africa - United States Department of State The Department of State is coordinating a comprehensive response to the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Uganda. By working to contain the outbreak before it reaches American shores, the United States is protecting the health of Americans at home and abro...

On May 17, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. Please see our website for more details: https://ug.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-kampala-may-18-2026/

TEMPORARY PAUSE OF VISA OPERATIONS: Effective May 18, 2026: In light of the ongoing Ebola outbreak, the U.S. Embassy has temporarily paused all visa services. Affected visa applicants have been notified. Please see our website for more details: https://ug.usembassy.gov/temporary-pause-of-visa-operetions/

Monday 18
Join us for a hybrid workshop on crafting compelling essays and personal statements for undergraduate applications. Fulbright English Teaching Assistants, Nia Damany Hinkson and Sascha Shroff, will lead the session, providing practical writing strategies, common pitfalls to avoid, and tips for making your application stand out!
May 22 | 10:00 AM EAT
Location: American Center Kampala and Online
Register early: https://forms.gle/kViDPvTYcBS3XSxF6

Uganda invites you to join for an informative webinar on “Financing Your U.S. Study.” Learn about tuition costs, financial aid options, and tips on how to choose the right U.S. university for you!
May 22nd | 3:00 PM EAT
Limited slots available. Register early to secure your spot: https://forms.gle/uBpYkeV85kN11a288

Congratulations to Ndere Cultural Center on their way to DanceAfrica Festival in the 🇺🇸! Before they left, we joined and International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) alum Dr. Rwangezi Stephen to celebrate our shared passion for connecting people through dance, education, and community — a powerful reminder of the creative ties between 🇺🇸🤝🇺🇬.

invites you to join our Education Outreach Coordinator to a session “Mastering Your U.S. University Application Journey.” Come and learn about the ''The 5 Steps to U.S. Study.'' A framework guiding international students through researching schools, financing, applying, securing a visa, and preparing for your departure.
May 21 | 2:00 PM EAT
American Center Kampala, Embassy Plaza, Level 1
Limited slots available. Register early to secure your spot: https://forms.gle/umBgAver2Mo4LSPe7