Alexander Van der Bellen
Federal President of Austria
Head of StateRepublic of AustriaOffice of the Federal PresidentHonorary Consulates in Uganda · Europe
The Consulate of Austria
A European perspective.
A partnership with Uganda.
A republic. A shared identity.
The federal eagle carries the red-white-red shield, with gold elements and broken chains.
Austria’s Federal Chancellery
Red. White. Red.
Three horizontal bands form Austria’s distinctive national flag.
Austrian Honorary Consulate, Kampala
Kampala, Uganda
Office & appointments
Plot 6, Hill Lane, KololoKampala, Uganda
Representation in Uganda
The Honorary Consul
Honorary Consul of Austria in Uganda
Miriam Wamalwa Wipfler
A local point of contact for Austria in Uganda.
Miriam Wamalwa Wipfler heads Austria’s Honorary Consulate in Kampala. The Austrian Embassy in Addis Ababa covers Uganda and is supported by the Honorary Consulate.
Consular representation
Contact the Kampala office for appointments and to confirm available services. The consular district is the Republic of Uganda.
Personal biography and portrait awaiting confirmation.
Austria gateway
Your direct connection
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Alpine landscapes. European horizons.
Austria
A country of inspiration.
A connection worth building.
From Vienna’s cultural life to the lakes and mountains of the Alps, explore a country where heritage, knowledge and enterprise meet.
Country profile
At the heart of Europe.
Open to the world.
Austria combines Alpine landscapes, historic cities and contemporary European life.
Vienna is the capital of this federal republic. Nine provinces bring together distinct regional traditions, from western mountain valleys to the eastern plains.
For Ugandans, connections with Austria can begin through higher education, institutional cooperation, tourism or a focused business enquiry.
Explore Austria’s nine provincesCountry fact file
Austria at a glance
- Capital
- Vienna
- Region
- Central Europe
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Official language
- German
- National Day
- 26 October
- Government
- Federal republic
- Federal structure
- Nine provinces
- National colours
- Red & white
Nine provinces, one federal republic
Austria lies in Central Europe. Its landscapes range from the Eastern Alps to the Danube valley and eastern lowlands. Vienna is both the federal capital and one of the nine provinces.
Enterprise at the heart of Europe
Business enquiries can explore Austrian expertise, professional services and potential market connections. Begin with a specific product, partner or technical need, then check commercial requirements directly.
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Music, heritage and contemporary life
Concert halls, museums, architecture and regional traditions offer ways to experience Austria. Salzburg and Vienna are cultural starting points, while each province brings its own character.
Symbols with a distinctive character
Austria’s red-white-red flag and federal eagle are familiar national symbols. The coat of arms combines a shield, gold elements and broken chains.
Austria & Uganda
Connected by people.
Built through partnership.
Uganda has been a priority country of Austrian development cooperation since 1992. The partnership focuses on water and sanitation and access to justice.
Water & sanitation
Austrian development cooperation supports this established area of partnership with Uganda.
Explore the partnershipAccess to justice
Access to justice is a documented focus of Austria’s development cooperation in Uganda.
Explore cooperationKnowledge & institutions
Universities and research institutions can explore direct collaboration around a shared question, with agreed partners and funding.
Explore educationPeople & enterprise
Tourism, cultural exchange and specific business enquiries offer further avenues to explore.
Explore enterpriseWater, sanitation and access to justice are documented cooperation priorities. Other themes here are opportunities to explore.
Austrian Development Agency: UgandaTrade & investment
From an introduction
to a credible opportunity.
A practical starting pointUgandan enterprise.
Ugandan enterprise.
Austrian connections.
For a potential coffee or other export enquiry, prepare a clear introduction: product origin, quality, traceability, available volumes and the partner you hope to reach.
Treat this as an exploratory business opportunity. Confirm demand, logistics, applicable European Union requirements and commercial terms before committing.
Explore EU market requirementsAgribusiness & value addition
Explore a defined need in food processing, water use or technical services with a relevant business partner.
Water & environmental expertise
Build on a clear project brief, local requirements and evidence of technical suitability.
Education & professional services
Discuss research, training and specialist services directly with the intended institution or firm.
Make your enquiry useful
Include your organisation, sector, project stage and the introduction or information required. Use ADVANTAGE AUSTRIA for international business resources.
Country insights
Beyond the familiar.
Vienna is both a city and a province. Austria’s nine provinces bring distinct landscapes and traditions into one compact country.
Discover moreTourism & culture
Three landscapes.
Countless ways to connect.
City & culture
Vienna
Palaces, museums and urban neighbourhoods offer a starting point for exploring the capital.
Music & heritage
Salzburg
Explore the historic city, its architecture and its musical setting, then check current cultural programmes.
Lakes & mountains
Hallstatt & the Salzkammergut
Lakeside settlements and mountain scenery meet in the Hallstatt-Dachstein cultural landscape.
Culture is part of the journey
Make time for culture as well as scenery. Use the official tourism gateway to plan destinations, seasons and experiences, and confirm local opening times before travelling.
Plan with Austria’s tourism gatewayEducation & professional opportunities
Knowledge that opens doors.
Find a course, understand the requirements and build a realistic study plan.
Universities & applied sciences
Use Study in Austria to explore institutions and study options. Confirm admission requirements, language, fees and application dates with the institution.
Explore Study in AustriaScholarships & research grants
Search grants.at by country of origin, field and funding type. Eligibility and deadlines depend on the individual programme; a listing does not guarantee funding.
Search grants and scholarshipsResearch & professional exchange
Approach the relevant institution with a focused research or training proposal. Agree supervision, funding and recognition before making commitments.
Explore OeADConsular services & travel
The right information.
The right authority.
Visas & immigration
Consult the Austrian Embassy’s official entry and residence guidance for the current application route and requirements for your circumstances.
Contact the responsible authority before submitting documents. Local contact or an appointment does not establish eligibility or visa approval.
Official entry & visa guidancePassports & assistance
Contact the Kampala office before attending to confirm services, documents and appointment arrangements. The Austrian Embassy in Addis Ababa covers Uganda.
For current travel information, use the Austrian foreign ministry. Confirm Ugandan entry requirements directly with Uganda’s immigration authority.
Office contacts and guidance checked 18 October 2026. Confirm current requirements with the responsible authority before travel.
News & activities
Follow the relationship
as it develops.
Official updates & engagements
Follow the Austrian Embassy for official announcements. Approved consulate event photographs and reports can be added when supplied for publication.
Austrian Embassy updatesMedia & official resources
A closer look at Austria.
Country photography. These images illustrate Austrian destinations and are not photographs of consulate events.