Complementary Pathways

Are you a refugee or asylum seeker looking for a safe and legal way to enter and stay in another country? If so, you might be interested in Complementary Pathways. 

Complementary pathways are distinct from resettlement. Third countries set their own criteria for supplementary routes and decide who will be admitted to their territory. Refugees and asylum-seekers can apply directly for such opportunities, and a UNHCR referral is not required.

For more information on the available pathways and eligibility criteria, please check the sections below relating to global opportunities and specific opportunities for refugees in Uganda.

The opportunities may be:

An educational scholarship
A job opportunity
Family reunification with a relative
Sponsorships from family or friends

These sections contain links to the websites of programmes. UNHCR’s role includes advising and sharing information about opportunities. 

Please note that ALL services delivered by UNHCR and partners, including registration, are provided for FREE.

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To submit a complaint or feedback to UNHCR, you can call the toll-free FRRM Helpline 0800 32 32 32

Please note that all UNHCR services, including complementary pathways, resettlement assistance, and other services, are always free of charge. If a UNHCR staff asks you for any form of payment for services, please report the matter to UNHCR via [email protected]. 

Watch out for people falsely claiming to have ties to UNHCR and/or its partners, including on various social networks.

Do not trust those who claim UNHCR services in exchange for money or other services, and if you encounter such, you should immediately report to UNHCR through [email protected]   or  Tel: 0800323232 and complaints box at the front door of all UNHCR offices within Uganda. 

For some Pathways, there may be a visa application fee and other administrative procedures. It is very important to check and verify the source of the fee request before you pay.

You can email us about fraudulent acts and/or fraudsters at [email protected]   or Tel: 0800323232. You can also use the complaint boxes at the front door of all UNHCR offices in Uganda.

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