Uganda Aviation Permits

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Civil Aviation Authority

Name: Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA)
Website: https://caa.go.ug
Contact: info@caa.go.ug

Estimated Processing Time

Medium Overflight: 3 days Landing: 3 days

Requirements by Operation Type

Private flights require permits. AOC not required for private aircraft.

All non-scheduled flights require prior permits.

Scheduled services governed by bilateral agreements.

Overflight Permit

Required: Yes
Authority: UCAA - Air Transport Department
Lead Time: 24-48 working hours before departure
Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
Fees: No CAA processing fees; navigation charges apply

Remarks:

Only overfly permit is necessary (no separate landing permit for overflights). AFTN must be included in flight plan.

Application Process:

Submit application to UCAA Air Transport Department at least 24 working hours prior with aircraft registration, route, purpose, and operator contact information.

Landing Permit

Required: Yes
Authority: UCAA - Air Transport Department
Lead Time: 48 working hours before departure
Validity: 72 hours from initial requested schedule
Fees: Landing and parking fees apply

Remarks:

All foreign-registered aircraft require landing clearance. Full documentation required.

Application Process:

Submit application with flight schedule, entry/exit points, crew/passenger details, and aircraft documents (AOC, COA, COI, CON, COR).

Cabotage

Prohibited for foreign operators

General Remarks

UCAA operates 24 hours a day. Signatory to Chicago Convention. AFTN required in flight plan. Strict ICAO compliance for dangerous goods transport.

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