Ugandan citizens aged 18 and over living in Australia can register for the National ID at the High Commission, where biometrics are captured. Cards are printed in Kampala and must be collected in person.
Where to apply in Australia
High Commission of the Republic of Uganda, 11 Ngunawal Drive, O'Malley (Canberra) ACT, for all of Australia.
Contact details for every office are on the page of the embassy and consulates of Uganda.
How to apply
Make an appointment (Monday to Friday, 9:30am-1:00pm) | attend with documents and the details of your family and place of origin in Uganda | biometrics are taken the same day | collect the card in person later (cannot be posted)
Applications are handled through National Identification and Registration Authority (NIRA).
Documents you need
- Hard copy of valid Ugandan e-passport (no photocopies)
- Proof of dual citizenship if applicable
- Copy of living parents' National IDs
- Place of birth, residence and origin in Uganda (district to village)
- Spouse's name, ID number, and place, date and type of marriage if married
- Parents' names, residences, tribe and clan
Fees and processing time
- Official fee: free for first-time registration
Processing time: Not stated; data is sent to Kampala for verification and printing.
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This page summarises information published by Uganda's official channels, last checked on 24 octubre 2026. Fees and requirements can change at short notice, so confirm with the office that will handle your case.
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