Find reliable suppliers in China for your business in Uganda

Uganda is landlocked, so every mistake on the supplier side costs more by the time it reaches Kampala. We help you get it right at the factory.

Shipping laneFrom China to Uganda
Shenzhen Uganda Via Mombasa or Dar es Salaam
Main ports
Via Mombasa or Dar es Salaam
Air cargo
Entebbe (EBB)
Sea transit
30 to 40 days including the inland leg
Currency
UGX
Customs
Uganda Revenue Authority
Product rules to check
UNBS PVoC certificate

What businesses in Uganda buy with us

  • Building materials
  • Solar products
  • Electronics
  • Agricultural equipment
  • Household goods

How it works

Begin with a sourcing report. Add negotiation, inspection and shipping when you need them.

  1. Describe your product

    Share a photo, a link or specifications. A single product is accepted.

  2. Receive your sourcing report

    Within 5 to 10 days: vetted suppliers with prices, minimum orders, lead times and sample options.

  3. Choose the next step

    Order directly, or have us negotiate, inspect and coordinate shipping to you in Uganda.

Typical project timeline to Uganda

  1. Your requestDay 1
  2. Sourcing report5 to 10 days
  3. SamplesOften 1 to 3 weeks
  4. ProductionOften 2 to 6 weeks
  5. Inspection1 to 2 days
  6. Shipping to Uganda30 to 40 days including the inland leg

Typical durations only. Actual timing depends on the product, the supplier, the season and customs.

Good to know before importing into Uganda

Northern Corridor

Most goods travel from Mombasa to Kampala by road or rail.

UNBS certificate

Regulated goods need pre-shipment conformity certification.

EAC rules

Uganda uses the East African Community common external tariff.

Questions from Uganda

How long to Kampala?

Usually four to six weeks in total.

Can I use air freight?

Yes, to Entebbe, for small or urgent orders.

How much does a sourcing report cost?

A flat research fee covers one product, and each additional product is quoted as an add-on. The exact amount is confirmed before we begin.

Is there a minimum order?

No. You can start with a single product in any quantity. The research fee remains the same.

Request a quote

Describe the product you need. Within 48 hours, we reply with the next steps and a quote for your sourcing report.

No obligation. The fee is confirmed in writing before any work begins.

Prefer email? Write to sales@klmsourcing.com

How much help do you want?

Your details and product information remain confidential.