Kisoro District/Ugandan Border

The U.S. Embassy in Kampala wishes to alert American citizens of reports of fighting in the area southwest of Kisoro District, where Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo border Uganda.  Ugandan authorities report that refugees have been fleeing into Uganda in the vicinity of the Bunagana border crossing. 

The Bunagana border crossing is west of the town of Kisoro and in the vicinity of Mgahinga National Park.  American citizens residing in or traveling through Kisoro District are advised to exercise caution, and check with local Ugandan security officials or the U.S. Embassy in Kampala regarding the security situation along the border area.

American citizens with questions or concerns may telephone the consular section of the U.S. Embassy in Kampala at (256) (41) 259 791, ext. 6478.  In the case of an emergency outside business hours or during any suspension of public services American citizens may reach the embassy duty officer by calling (256) (41) 259 791.

American citizens are advised to register and update their contact information with the U.S. Embassy in Kampala.  The U.S. Embassy is located at Plot 1577 Ggaba Road.  The phone number is (256) (41) 259 791, fax (256) (41) 258 451, and email:  KampalaUSCitizen@state.gov.

For the latest security information, Americans living and traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department’s Bureau of Consular Affairs internet website at http://travel.state.gov/, where the current Worldwide Caution, Public Announcements, and Travel Warnings can be found.  Up to date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll free in the U.S., or, for callers outside the U.S. and Canada, a regular toll line at 1-202-501-4444.  These numbers are available from 8 AM to 8 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. Federal Holidays.)