What do I need to bring and where will I stay?

You need to come with Malaria tablets, mosquito repellents. We do provide mosquito nets; however most volunteers bring their own. Most things you can get in Uganda, but for your own comfort, feel free to bring anything to make your stay more comfortable.

You will stay with other volunteers in a self-contained house in Mbale, a town in eastern Uganda. We have four bedrooms and a kitchen. Most of the time you share a room with three or four people, but it depends on the number of volunteers in the house.

Which airport should I fly into?

We have only one airport, Entebbe International Airport.

Is a visa and yellow fever vaccine required to enter Uganda?

A valid passport and a tourist visa are required for entry into Uganda. It is advised to make arrangements and payment for the visa before travelling. Visa information and the application can be accessed at https://visas.immigration.go.ug. However some volunteers get it on their arrival at Entebbe Airport. It's $50 for three months. If you want to extend your visa, you can do that from the immigration office in Mbale.

The Yellow Fever vaccine is required
by the government of Uganda for entry into the country. For more details on vaccinations and health information, visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/uganda

How should women dress?

In terms of dress, you can wear shorts, pants, or skirts. Long pants are great to prevent mosquito bites. Tank tops are fine. Basically what you'd wear when on vacation is suitable—minus very revealing clothes, such as mini skirts and super short shorts. Some volunteers, especially those who visit with missionaries or religious organizations, tend to wear long skirts most of the time. They're actually quite comfortable and come in handy when the weather is ridiculously hot.

Is there more of a Christian or Muslim presence?

It's 50/50.

What should I expect at the arrival of the airport/ bus stations?

Prior to landing, some airlines will give you the necessary immigration card, which is required for entry into Uganda; however, not all do. If they don’t, you will have to get one when you first enter the airport. Immigration is first come, first serve, so be sure to complete the immigration card as soon as possible and then stand in line at the immigration window.

After going through immigration, you will wait in line for your visa to be checked. Please note if you are purchasing your visa at the airport that only payment in USD is accepted.

Then you will proceed to baggage collection. After getting your baggage, proceed to the second customs checkpoint where the X-ray machine is.
While there’s plenty of transport options available at both the airport and bus station, we encourage you to use our driver Ann who will be waiting for you at the airport.