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Ministry of Internal Affairs
RegistrationInternational NGO
An organisation that has its original incorporation in a country other than an EAC partner state, operating in Uganda under a permit issued by the Bureau.
Timeline: 6-12 months
Fees from USh 1,200,000
Registration Process
1
Pre-Application
Formal meeting with Bureau leadership to discuss planned operations in Uganda.
2
Incorporation
Register with URSB or obtain certified copy from foreign authority.
3
Document Preparation
Compile all 18 required documents with certified translations if needed.
4
Multiple Recommendations
Obtain recommendations from DNMC, line ministry, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and government mission.
5
Fee Payment
Pay registration fee (UGX 800,000) and permit fee (UGX 400,000/year) via URA e-Services.
6
Application Submission
Submit complete documentation package to the Bureau.
7
Security Review
Bureau conducts comprehensive due diligence and security screening.
8
Board Approval
Full NGO Board review and consideration. Certificate and permit issued upon approval.
Required Documents
Form A (Uganda incorporation) or Form N (foreign incorporation) and Form D, signed by minimum 2 founders
Letter to Executive Director (objectives, area, permit duration max 5 years)
Certified Certificate of Incorporation from URSB or equivalent foreign authority
Annual work plan and budget
Certificates of Good Conduct for signatories or 2 board members
Curriculum Vitae of minimum 2 board members
Certified Constitution/Charter/Memorandum with dissolution provisions
Governance structure chart
Proof of fee payment via URA e-Services
Funding source statement
Valid IDs and photos for minimum 2 founders
Board resolution minutes, signed attendance list, URSB-registered resolution
Staffing compliance statement per Section 45, NGO Act 2016
DNMC recommendation
Line ministry recommendation
Ministry of Foreign Affairs recommendation
Recommendation from Government/Accredited Mission
Data Protection Office certificate (within one month of permit pickup)
Fee Breakdown
Registration FeeUSh 800,000
Annual Permit Fee (per year)USh 400,000
TotalUSh 1,200,000