Uganda - Register a Clinic

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Register a Clinic, the applicant has to approach the Uganda Medical Association link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. Then the application will be processed further.
10. The officer will review the application and may request additional information or clarification if necessary.
11. The Medical Council may require you to attend an interview to assess your knowledge and competence. This interview aims to ensure that you meet the required standards for medical practice in Uganda.
12. Upon completion successfully, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
13. Regularly review and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, licenses, and permits. Stay updated with any changes in laws and regulations related to healthcare clinics in Uganda.
14. This entire process can be completed within 3 – 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• Memorandum and Articles of Association (for a company)
• Fee receipt
• Certificate of Incorporation (for a company)
• Business name registration certificate
• Certificate of compliance with professional regulatory bodies
• Tax Identification Number (TIN)
• Proof of ownership or lease agreement
• Health and safety compliance documents
• Site plan and anticultural drawing
• Insurance coverage
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Uganda Medical Association - Head Office,
Plot 2 Kyagwe Road,
Kati House, 2nd Floor
P.O. Box 2243,
Kampala, Uganda
P.O. Box 2243,
Kampala, Uganda
Tel: +256 (0)706 744 927
Email: [email protected]
Contact link

Eligibility

There are a few requirements that you need to meet to be eligible to register a clinic in Uganda. These include:

• You must be a registered medical professional with the Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council (UMDPC).
• You must have a current Annual Practicing License (APL) from the UMDPC.
• You must have at least four years of working experience in your field of specialization.
• You must have a copy of the guidelines for private practice from the UMDPC.
• You must open your health unit under your area of specialization.
• You must have a valid registration certificate from the Allied Health Professionals Council (AHPC) if you are a laboratory technologist or a clinical officer.
• You must have a valid registration certificate from the Uganda Nurses and Midwives Council (UNMC) if you are a nurse or a midwife.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 3- 4 weeks or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Nationality
• Gender
• Age
• Email ID
• Fax
• Mobile No
• Email Address
• Educational Qualifications
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• Registering a clinic in Uganda refers to the process of officially establishing and obtaining legal recognition for a healthcare facility in Uganda. It involves fulfilling the necessary legal and regulatory requirements set by the government authorities to operate a clinic and provide healthcare services.

Information which might help

• By registering a clinic, you gain legal recognition, which allows you to operate within the bounds of the law and provide healthcare services to the public.
• Registration ensures that your clinic meets the necessary standards in terms of infrastructure, facilities, staffing, and adherence to health and safety regulations.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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Others

• The registration process aims to ensure that clinics in Uganda operate in a safe, ethical, and professional manner, protecting the well-being of patients and promoting high-quality healthcare services throughout the country.