Uganda - Get an Internet Cafe License

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Procedure

Apply In Person:

1. To Get an Internet Cafe License, the applicant has to approach the Uganda Registration Services Bureau link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further.
10. The officer will review the application and may request additional information or clarification if necessary.
11. Upon completion successfully, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
12. This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• National Identity (NID) Card
• Certificate of incorporation
• TIN certificate
• Trading license
• Business plan
• Certificate of conformity
• Fee receipt
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Uganda Registration Services Bureau
Plot 3, Park Crescent.
Ministry of Justice and Constitutional Affairs Building
Phone: 0417338180

Posta Uganda Main office,
Kampala Road Booth 2 & 3.
Phone: 0417338170
Call Center: +256 417 338 100
Whistle Blower: 0414673200
Contact link

Eligibility

• Any individual or an organization who intends to Get an Internet Cafe License is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 – 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

Related Videos

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sevenload, viddler, vimeo, youku, youtube
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e.g In the following url 'http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y0US7oR_t3M' Video ID is 'Y0US7oR_t3M'.

Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Nationality
• Gender
• Age
• Email ID
• Fax
• Business plan
• Financial details
• TIN number
• Mobile No
• Email Address
• Educational Qualifications
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• An Internet Cafe License in Uganda is a permit issued by the Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) that allows individuals or businesses to operate and provide internet-related services in a public setting.
• The license authorizes the licensee to offer services such as internet access, email services, and computer services to the public for a fee.

Information which might help

• The Internet Cafe License is aimed at regulating and monitoring internet cafes to ensure that they operate in a safe, secure, and legal manner, and that they comply with national laws and regulations related to internet usage, data protection, and cyber security.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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