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Uganda is a state in East Africa with one of the largest economies in the East African Community (EAC). Its economy is significantly based on agriculture industries. There are a lot of growing areas which offer employment opportunities for skilled international workers. If you want to work in Uganda, you will need a work permit.
Types of Uganda Work Permit
There are different types of Uganda Work Permit, so before applying for the work permit, you have to check under which category you fall. Some of the types of Uganda Work Permit are:
1. Class A and A2 work permit: It is for government & diplomatic service and government employers.
2. Class B work permit: It is for those who are investing in the agricultural industry in Uganda.
3. Class C work permit: It is for mining in Uganda.
4. Class D work permit: It is for those who want to conduct business or trade in Uganda.
5. Class E work permit: It is for manufacturers (Who wish to establish and invest in a manufacturing business in Uganda).
6. Class F work permit: It is for professionals.
7. Class G work permit: There are two classes in Uganda work permit Class G.
- Work permit Class G1: It is for the NGO workers, volunteers, or missionaries. If you want to work as a volunteer, NGO worker, or missionary in Uganda, you need to apply this type of work permit.
- Work permit Class G2: For employees who intend to work in Uganda.
Requirements for the Uganda Work Permit Class G1
You need to provide the following documents to obtain Uganda Work Permit Class G1.
- Completed Entry Permit application form
- Two passport size photos
- Copy of your valid passport
- NGO certificate
- Criminal record
- A covering letter
- An appointment letter
- Your qualification documents
Requirements for the Uganda Work Permit Class G2
You need to provide the following documents to obtain Uganda Work Permit Class G2.
- Completed Entry Permit application form
- Two passport size photos
- Copy of your valid passport
- Academic qualifications
- A letter of good character
- An appointment letter
- A covering letter
- Proof that shows fail to employ a Ugandan
- An investment letter
- Income tax clearance document
- Trading license
- Bank statement of the company
- Certificate of incorporation
Requirements for the Uganda Work Permit CLASS A
You need to provide the following documents to obtain Uganda Work Permit CLASS A.
- Completed Entry Permit application form
- Two passport size photos
- Copy of your valid passport
- Covering letter from the embassy
Requirements for the Uganda Work Permit CLASS A2
You need to provide the following documents to obtain Uganda Work Permit CLASS A2.
- Completed Entry Permit application form
- Two passport size photos
- Copy of your valid passport
- Covering letter from the Organization and line Ministry
Requirements for the Uganda Work Permit CLASS B
You need to provide the following documents to obtain Uganda Work Permit CLASS B.
- Completed Entry Permit application form
- Two passport size photos
- Copy of your valid passport
- A covering letter
- Land title
- A recommendation letter from Resident District Commissioners (RDC) or LCs office
- Security bond
Requirements for the Uganda Work Permit CLASS D
You need to provide the following documents to obtain Uganda Work Permit CLASS D.
- Completed Entry Permit application form
- Two passport size photos
- Valid passport
- Covering letter
- The bank statement of the company
- Investment license
- A certificate of incorporation
- Income tax clearance
- Trading license
- Proof of investment (About US $ 100,000)
- A letter of good character
- Security bond
Requirements for the Uganda Work Permit CLASS F
You need to provide the following documents to obtain Uganda Work Permit CLASS F.
- Completed Entry Permit application form
- Two passport size photos
- Valid passport
- Covering letter
- A document that shows your qualification
- Registration with the relevant Organization
- Documents of the company
- A letter of good character
- Security bond
Cost and processing time for the Uganda Work Permit
The cost and processing time for the Uganda Work Permit depends on the type of permit you choose to apply.
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