How To Register NGO In Uganda

What Is NGO?

A non-governmental organization is an organization that generally is formed independent from government. They are typically nonprofit entities, and many of them are active in humanitarianism or the social sciences; they can also include clubs and associations that provide services to their members and others.

How To Register NGO In Uganda

  1. The organization should write a letter to or visit the Secretary NGO Board specifying the area of their operation. This is what will be printed on the permit once granted.
    • Note :All Lawyers, consultants are advised to come with at least one of the officials of the organization being represented. The Secretariat will not welcome documents without their officials
  2. The application form A can be downloaded from the ministry of interior affairs (MIA) website portal,please read through the instruction carefully and fill the application form accurately Application
  3. Fill Form A which should be duly completed and signed by at least two promoters. The names of the promoters should be printed in front of their signatures on the form. Promoters are the owners of the organization
  4. The Organization should bring all its papers/application on a Spring Manila File Cover.
  5. On the cover of file, please print in Capital Letters the names of the organization, the address/Box number and telephone contacts in case you are required to appear before the NGO Board.
  6. Every organization should reserve its name with the Registrar General’s Office at the Ministry of Justice. This is done to make sure that no other organization will use your names or the name of the organization is free to be used by you. In case of subsequent change of names, a reservation must be done again
  7. The NGO Board sits once every month, to verify and process all the applications from varies NGO’s applicants,

Issuance Of Certificate Of Registration NGO In Uganda

  1. If the NGO application has complied with the requirements for registration, the Bureau shall issue a certificate of registration to the organization.
  2. The certificate of registration shall be in Form B prescribed in the schedule and shall indicate the name, registration number and the date of registration of the organization.
  3. Collection of Permits/Incorporation Certificates is by any official of the organization after a month of lodging its papers. Any other parties sent for that purpose should have authority letters from the organization.

Note

  • Every Constitution must in addition to other requirements have a dissolution clause.
  • When an organization closes down (even temporarily) the NGO Board should be informed.

How Much Does It Cost To Register An NGO In Uganda?

Under the regulations – the Non-Governmental Organizations Regulations (2017) (“NGO Registration Regulations”) – the registration application for a local NGO requires a fee of 100,000 Ugandan Shillings , while the application of a foreign company requires a fee of 520,000 Ugandan shillings.

Do NGOs Pay Taxes In Uganda?

However, NGOs like any other organization are subject to the tax regime of Uganda. In respect to income tax, NGOs are charitable organizations and are exempt from payment of income tax. Under the Income tax act, income of an exempt organization is exempt from income tax. An NGO is an exempt organization under the Act.

How Can I Start My Own NGO?

  1. Step 1: Decide the cause and mission of your NGO.
  2. Step 2: Set up the board of directors/members.
  3. Step 3: Decide the name of your NGO.
  4. Step 4: Memorandum Articles of incorporation/ Articles of Association.
  5. Step 5: Get your NGO registered.
  6. Step 6: Start collecting funds.

Does An NGO Have To Be Registered?

There are no other or external registration requirements, but you need to be careful to ensure that the voluntary association is actually suitable, and, if it is, that the constitution is drafted so that members and office-bearers are protected and the organisation is properly governed.

What Are The Types Of NGO?

  • An international NGO.
  • This means government-organized NGO, often derogatory.
  • Chiefly a British term, often derogatory.
  • An environmental NGO, for example, Greenpeace or the World Wildlife Fund.

What Is The Difference Between NGO And NPO?

NGO is another descriptor used to refer to not-for-profit entities. The word ‘charity’ has fallen out of favour. In its place the terms NGO and NPO are used. Given that NPO has at least two distinct meanings, it seems preferable to use the term NGO to describe any not-for-profit entity (whatever legal form it takes).

Where Are NGOs Registered In Uganda?

The National Bureau for NGOs of Ministry of Internal Affairs is the regulatory entity mandated to monitor, regulate and coordinate the activities of all NGOs in Uganda. The Bureau maintains an updated register of the NGOs permitted to operate in the country and regularly releases the register to the public.

Why NGO Registration Is Important?

NGO registration also gives the leverage of tax exemptions and registration is important for application for 80G and FCRA. Registering as NGO gives you the credibility to approach prospective donors or institutions. It differentiates your NGO from the others. As an NGO, you also establish transparency.

What Are The Benefits Of Starting An NGO?

  • Tax waiver from tax authorities.
  • Status of autonomous legal identity.
  • Access to government funding as well as funds of private avenues.
  • No minimum capital requirements.
  • Ease of transferring ownership or title.
  • Serves long service life.
  • National and Cross border collaborations.

Are NGOs Funded By The Government?

NGOs are organized on local, national, and international levels to serve economic, social welfare, and civic purposes. Despite their independence from the government, many NGOs receive funding from local, state, and federal governments through grants, contracts, and cooperative agreements.

What Are The Disadvantages Of NGOs?

Compared to multinational corporations, NGOs pay less, have a worse reputation and lack appropriate systems to train and develop their employees. Additionally, because NGOs generally have limited staff, employees have to work in several different areas.

What Are The Benefits Of NGOs Not Being Linked To A Government?

They have the ability to experiment freely with innovative approaches and, if necessary, to take risks. They are flexible in adapting to local situations and responding to local needs and therefore able to develop integrated projects, as well as sectoral projects.