UG
Ministry of Internal Affairs
RegistrationIndigenous NGO
An organisation wholly controlled by Ugandan citizens, operating primarily within Uganda to serve the local population.
Timeline: 3-6 months
Fees from USh 160,000
Registration Process
1
Incorporation
Register with URSB and obtain Certificate of Incorporation. Draft Memorandum and Articles of Association.
2
Name Reservation
Reserve your NGO name with the Bureau to confirm availability.
3
Document Preparation
Prepare all 14 required documents in a labeled spring file, arranged sequentially.
4
DNMC Recommendation
Obtain recommendation from the District NGO Monitoring Committee in your operational area.
5
Ministry Recommendation
Get a recommendation from the relevant government ministry or agency.
6
Fee Payment
Pay registration fee (UGX 100,000) and permit fee (UGX 60,000/year) via URA e-Services.
7
Application Submission
Submit hardcopy application with submitter's national ID photocopy to the Bureau.
8
Review & Approval
Bureau reviews application, conducts verification, and presents to the NGO Board for approval.
Required Documents
Completed Form A and Form D (signed by minimum 2 founder members)
Registration letter to Executive Director specifying objectives, operational area, and permit duration (max 5 years)
Certified URSB Certificate of Incorporation
Annual work plan and budget
Memorandum and Articles of Association with dissolution clause (quorum and asset handling)
Organisational governance structure chart
Valid identification (National ID/Passport) and photos for minimum 2 founders
Board minutes, attendance list, and resolution authorising NGO Bureau registration
Statement confirming staffing compliance with Section 45, NGO Act 2016
Source of funding statement
District NGO Monitoring Committee recommendation
Government ministry or agency recommendation
Proof of fee payment via URA e-Services
Data Protection Office certificate (within one month of permit receipt)
Fee Breakdown
Registration FeeUSh 100,000
Annual Permit Fee (per year)USh 60,000
TotalUSh 160,000