UAE visa ban on Ugandans: How to safely plan your Gulf career amid visa restrictions
Amidst reports of potential UAE visa restrictions for Ugandan nationals starting in 2026, causing concern among workers, the Ugandan Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that no official ban has been confirmed. While the UAE remains a key destination for Ugandan workers, alternative opportunities exist in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain.
Amidst reports of potential UAE visa restrictions for Ugandan nationals starting in 2026, causing concern among workers, the Ugandan Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that no official ban has been confirmed. While the UAE remains a key destination for Ugandan workers, alternative opportunities exist in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain.
