Ugandan immigration authorities have arrested 22 foreign nationals in a major enforcement operation targeting individuals residing in the country without valid documentation.
The coordinated crackdown, carried out on Wednesday by the Immigration Enforcement Team, spanned key areas of Kampala including Old Kampala, Bakuli, Rubaga Road, and Namirembe Road.
The operation was part of ongoing efforts to uphold the country’s immigration laws and ensure public safety.
Those apprehended include six Chinese nationals, four Indians, two Pakistanis, three Eritreans, four Somalis, and one individual each from Egypt, Libya, and Afghanistan.
Officials confirmed that during the sweep, the immigration status of 113 other foreigners was also checked, all of whom were found to be legally residing in Uganda.
Immigration Uganda has emphasized that investigations are still underway, and individuals found to be in violation of the law may face deportation or prosecution.
Authorities are urging all foreign residents to regularize their status through the official portal: visas.immigration.go.ug.
The public has also been called upon to support immigration enforcement efforts by reporting any suspected cases of irregular residency, as part of the broader commitment to national security and legal compliance.