National ID

National ID Process

Ugandan Citizens living abroad can now apply for National IDs, Renewal and Replacement of lost and damaged IDs

Requirements New ID Application

  1. Covering letter from the Embassy (Recommendation Letter)
  2. Recommendation Letter from at least one parent ( addressed to the Executive Director NIRA)
  3. Copies of IDs of Parents (if available, this increases your chances of approval)
  4. A letter from the guardian if parents are missing (must be at least 8 years and above)
  5. Copy of Ugandan Passport or birth certificate 

Free

Requirements Renewal of National ID Application

  1. Covering letter from the Embassy (Recommendation Letter)
  2. Recommendation Letter from at least one parent ( addressed to the Executive Director NIRA)
  3. Old National ID
  4. Copy of Ugandan Passport or birth certificate

Fees: UGX 50,000/=  payable in Ugandan Bank 

Requirements Renewal of National ID Application

  1. Covering letter from the Embassy (Recommendation Letter)
  2. Police Report
  3. Old National ID (if available)
  4. Copy of Receipt (Payment of 50,000 in Ugandan bank Bank)

Fees: UGX 50,000/=  payable in Ugandan Bank 

Steps for Application

  • Step 1: Fill in an appropriate form 
  • Step 2: Provide the form to an authorized official.
  • Step 3: attach documents required

The Embassy will contact you when your National ID arrives from NIRA.