At a glance
Uganda's Class G2 permit is for employees, including people working for nongovernmental organizations. You need a supported job offer, and your employer must show why a suitably qualified Ugandan could not be found for the position.
- Job offer required?
- Yes, with employer support
- Local recruitment
- The employer must explain why a suitably qualified Ugandan could not be found
- Records needed
- Academic records, police clearance, passport, and current immigration status
Summary
Uganda’s Class G2 employment permission is for a foreign worker taking an approved local job, with the employer required to justify recruiting abroad and support the specific role. The employer must explain why a suitably qualified Ugandan could not be found, while the applicant provides the required academic, police, passport, and status records.
Eligibility
The employer must supply appointment, tax, and employee records, along with evidence of the search for a qualified local worker.
Prepare certified academic records, police clearance, your passport, and evidence of your current immigration status. Complete the Class G2 application and obtain the required approval before taking up the work.
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Confirm the job Ask the employer to support Class G2.
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Document the recruitment need Prepare local-recruitment evidence and your qualifications.
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Obtain approval Follow the conditions for the approved job.
The employer must justify recruiting a foreign worker.
What This Route Allows
You can live and work in Uganda in the approved role and for the period granted. Published permit options are six, 12, 24, or 36 months.
What This Route Is Not
A job offer, business visit, or entry visa alone does not authorize employment. G2 does not guarantee unrestricted job changes, work rights for accompanying family, permanent residence, or citizenship.
Next Steps
- Confirm the job and the employer's support for the permit.
- Gather the employer's recruitment and company records and your qualifications, police, and identity documents.
- Obtain the required approval before starting work, and follow the employment and residence conditions.
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