Uganda - Consulate of Nigeria in Gulu

You are a Ugandan citizen or you are from Nigeria and are looking for information on the consulate of Nigeria in Gulu situated in Uganda. A consulate in Gulu could be a small honorary consulate or a bigger consulate general of Nigeria. It all depends on the importance of Gulu and Uganda in the relationships with the government of Nigeria.

The difference between consulates found in Gulu are the level of powers and size of these consulates. Some consulates are the bigger consulate-general and usually can assist in a wide scope of consular matters. Other smaller consulates are often manned by private citizens and are called honorary consulates. These honorary consulates often have limited powers and do not issue visas or passports.

All consulates of Nigeria in Uganda besides Gulu

Or the embassy of Nigeria in Uganda

Nigerian High Commission in Kampala, 33 Nakasero Road, P.O. Box 4338, Kampala, Uganda
Email: nighicom-sgu@africaonline.co.ug - Tel: (+256) 41-4233691( - Website:

Consulate Appointment in Gulu

Most consulates in Gulu need visitors to make an appointment for a visit. Call or email the consulate of Nigeria in Gulu first for information on opening hours and appointments. Please be aware that most smaller consulates and honorary consulates often do not issue visas or passports or offer any consular assistance at all.

Travel Insurance

When you travel to Gulu do not forget to buy a comprehensive travel insurance. You can get sick, miss your flight, personal belongings can be stolen or you can have an accident and need a doctor or hospital in Uganda or Nigeria.

Moreover, when you apply for a visa at the consulate in Gulu please note that many embassies and consulates can ask you to show proof of a valid travel insurance with extensive coverage.