Planning a trip to Denmark, renewing your Danish passport, or need a document legalised? The Embassy of Denmark in Kampala has gathered all the key information in one easy-to-use section of our website: https://um.dk/uganda/en/travel-and-residence/ It is designed to guide you step by step through the process, the rules and where to submit your application, so you can arrive well prepared and save time.
Planning a trip to Denmark, renewing your Danish passport, or need a document legalised? The Embassy of Denmark in Kampala has gathered all the key information in one easy-to-use section of our website: Travel and Residence.
It is designed to guide you step by step through the process, the rules and where to submit your application, so you can arrive well prepared and save time.
What you will find
For Danish citizens: New Danish passport
A simple step-by-step guide to applying for or renewing a Danish passport for adults and children. It covers required documents, parental consent for children, processing times, and what to do if your passport is lost or expires while you are abroad. There are also answers to frequently asked questions, for example about name changes, dual nationality and the “22-year rule”.
For Ugandan citizens: Travelling to Denmark
Clear information on how to apply for a Schengen visa or a residence and work permit, where to submit your application in Kampala, processing times, and fees. You can also read about how to protect yourself from people who sell services they cannot deliver: no agent can influence the processing time or the decision on your application.
Danish citizenship: A guide to the rules
A plain-language guide to how Danish citizenship is acquired through birth, marriage or naturalisation, how dual citizenship works, and what applies if you were born outside Denmark. It includes a guidance tool where you can check how the rules may apply to your situation.
Legalisation of documents
A step-by-step explanation of how Ugandan documents are legalised for use in Denmark, from certification by the relevant Ugandan authority to final legalisation at the Embassy. You will also find information about the Embassy’s certification services.
Visiting the Embassy? Book online
Consular services such as passports, legalisation and citizen service are by appointment only. You can book, cancel or rebook your appointment at book.um.dk. Consular fees can be paid by debit or credit card at the Embassy.
We hope the new section makes it easier for you to find what you need. Visit Travel and Residence today.
