Includes the barriers (tariff and non-tariff) that U.S. companies face when exporting to this country.
Last Published: 7/21/2019

Uganda has few formal trade barriers, though bureaucratic inefficiencies, high transport costs, corruption, and an influx of counterfeit consumer products increase costs for foreign businesses.  The URA imposes an environmental levy on vehicles over eight years-old, and, in 2018, the government  enacted a ban on importing cars more than 15-years-old.  In recent years, Uganda has phased out import bans on beer, soda, batteries and cigarettes.  Importing beef, chicken, and dairy into Uganda involves lengthy paperwork and slow processing—essentially banning the import of these products into Uganda.  In addition, Uganda has tariffs on basic food stuffs like flour, sugar, and food-grade oils.  For detailed information on Uganda’s tariff schedule, please go to: World Trade Organization - Uganda and the WTO.
 

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