Applying for a certificate of residence in Uganda

If you live in Uganda you may occasionally need to produce a certificate of residence. The Dutch embassy in Kampala can draw up this document for you.

When do you need a certificate of residence?

A certificate of residence allows you to prove your place of residence abroad. You need this document:

in connection with various tax and social security contributions
when renewing your driving licence

What documents do you need?

You need the following documents in order to apply for a certificate of residence:

a document showing that you have the permission of the local authorities to reside in the country where you are applying – for example, a residence permit (this is not required if you live in the EU)
proof of your current address
proof that you have Dutch nationality. This may be any one of the following documents:
- a Dutch passport
- a Dutch national identity card
- a certificate of Dutch nationality

Certificate of residence in this country or region

Apart from the above mentioned documents, you also need to bring prove of your current address. (e.g. a gas- or energy bill).

Application procedure

Make an appointment via the online appointment system.

Payment

Please check the overview of consular fees for the costs and payment method.

Any questions?

In case you have a question, you can send an email via the contact form.