The death of a U.S. citizen, whether resident or tourist in Uganda, should be reported to the nearest Embassy or consulate so that a Report of Death of a U.S. Citizen Abroad can be issued. This document is necessary to settle legal and estate matters in the United States.

For additional information regarding the death of a U.S. citizen please see the Embassy website at https://ug.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/ .

If you would like to speak to someone directly regarding the death of a U.S. citizen in Uganda, call the U.S. Embassy:

For Callers Outside Uganda:
256 414 306 001
256 312 306 001

For Callers Within Uganda:
0414 306 001
0312 306 001
0414 259 791

The Embassy or nearest consulate can assist family and friends in the event of the death of a U.S. citizen in Uganda. However, funeral homes in Uganda are generally well versed on the requirements of shipping remains to the U.S. and can complete the necessary paperwork to export the remains to the United States or to prepare the remains for local burial. Procedures and costs for the disposition of remains varies throughout Uganda. Information specific to each location is provided on the Embassy website at https://ug.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/ .

For additional information regarding the death of a U.S. citizen please see the Embassy website at https://ug.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/death-of-a-u-s-citizen/ .