Serving to Regulate Veterinary Excellence in Uganda

Apply for licenses, verify professionals, and access resources with the Uganda Veterinary Council.

Apply for License

Register or renew your veterinary license securely online.

Apply for License

Verify Professionals

Confirm the licensing status of veterinary professionals.

Verify Professionals

Track CPD

Monitor your CPD progress to stay compliant.

Track CPD

Welcome to the Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC)

Welcome to the Uganda Veterinary Council (UVC) Website. The UVC is the national statutory body mandated to regulate veterinary practice in Uganda. The Council was established under the Veterinary Practitioners Act, 2024, which came into force on 5th October 2025, replacing the Veterinary Surgeons Act 1958, Cap 277. The 2024 Act establishes a modern, inclusive, and forward-looking framework for regulating veterinary practice in Uganda in line with national priorities and international best practice.

Uganda’s veterinary profession has evolved significantly since the enactment of the Veterinary Surgeons Act of 1958, which was designed at a time when animal health services were limited in scope, scale and provision by the public sector.

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Our Mission

To regulate and advance the veterinary profession and practice by ensuring effective training, registration, licensing, standards, ethics, and continuous professional development.

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See Our Vision

Our Vision

A trusted and competent veterinary profession central to Uganda’s animal health and welfare, public safety, and socio-economic development.

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What Drives Us

Our Core Values

Our values define who we are, how we work, and the standards we uphold every single day.

Transparency

We ensure openness and clarity in everything we do.

Professionalism

We uphold high standards in our work, behavior, and service delivery.

Fairness

We treat everyone equally with respect, justice, and integrity.

Professional Registration & Licensing

Under the Veterinary Surgeons Act, all professionals are mandated to register with the UVC to legally practice in Uganda. This process upholds the standards of our profession and protects public trust.

Resources for Registered Professionals

We are committed to supporting your professional journey. Access essential resources for Continuing Professional Development (CPD), practice management, and ethical guidelines.

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