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Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority

The Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority (UMRA) is responsible for regulating, licensing, and supervising Tier 4 microfinance institutions and money lenders in Uganda. It was established by the Tier 4 Microfinance Institutions and Money Lenders Act, 2016 to promote the stability and sustainability of the microfinance sector.

Established

2016

Headquarters

Kampala, Uganda

Official Name

Uganda Microfinance Regulatory Authority

Regulatory Scope

6 key areas

Key Responsibilities

  • Licensing and supervising Tier 4 microfinance institutions and money lenders
  • Protecting the interests of clients of Tier 4 microfinance institutions and money lenders
  • Promoting financial inclusion
  • Ensuring the stability and sustainability of the microfinance sector
  • Promoting public awareness about microfinance services
  • Fostering fair competition in the microfinance sector

UMRA

Phone

+256 414 341 046

Address

Plot 12, Nakasero Road, P.O. Box 33020, Kampala, Uganda

Social Media

Consumer Protection

If you have a complaint about a financial service provider regulated by UMRA, you can file a formal complaint following their established process.

View complaint process