What documents do I need to ship cargo to Uganda?

For Uganda you'll need a commercial invoice with HS codes, a packing list, and depending on the goods, a Certificate of Origin and conformity or tracking certificates. We handle your UK customs export entry and advise you on the rest.

Who pays customs duties in Uganda?

Duties, taxes and local charges in Uganda are assessed locally and are the responsibility of the importer or consignee, not included in the freight cost.

Uganda Customs Requirements for UK Cargo

Uganda, served by Entebbe International Airport, requires conformity certification for regulated imports. Here's what to prepare.

Who handles customs

We handle your UK customs export entry — the declaration that lets your shipment leave the UK. As the shipper, you are responsible for ensuring the correct export documentation is in place. In Uganda, import clearance is handled by the importer or their appointed clearing agent, and duties and taxes are paid locally.

Documents and requirements for Uganda

Certificate of Conformity (CoC) — Regulated products need a CoC under the UNBS (Uganda National Bureau of Standards) PVoC programme, from an authorised body, before shipment.
Commercial invoice & HS codes — On company letterhead, describing each item, value and HS commodity code.
Packing list — Itemising contents, weights and dimensions.
Certificate of Origin — From your local UK Chamber of Commerce, where required.
Licensed clearing agent — Handles clearance at the destination on the importer’s behalf.

All pre-packaged products require a CoC. Duties and taxes are the importer’s responsibility, paid locally. Customs requirements change from time to time and depend on what you’re shipping — always confirm the current rules before you ship. We’ll advise you on your specific shipment.

Shipping cargo to Uganda?

We’ll guide you through the paperwork and handle your UK customs export entry.

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See also our full customs guide and our air cargo to Uganda service.