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Foreign employees must secure both a work permit and entry visa before starting employment in Uganda. The most common permits include:
Applications require a valid passport, offer letter, CV, police clearance, academic qualifications, company registration documents, and justification for hiring a non-Ugandan. Permits are typically valid for 1–2 years and must be renewed before expiry. Visa-on-arrival may apply in some cases, but work cannot begin until the permit is approved.
Ugandan payroll is typically monthly and includes both income tax and statutory deductions.
Key components include:
Written employment contracts are required and must specify duration, responsibilities, probation terms, benefits, and termination conditions.
Employees are entitled to statutory benefits under Uganda’s labor laws.
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