Uruguay•South AmericaCompany Opening Residency
At a Glance
Processing Time
20 days
Application Fee
300 USD
Stay Duration
2 years
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Not Specified
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Temporary residency pathway for persons opening and registering a business in Uruguay. Valid for 2 years, renewable for 2 more years.
Company opening residency allows entrepreneurs to settle in Uruguay while establishing and managing a business. Temporary residency granted for 2 years with option to renew for another 2 years if company remains operational.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Business plan
Detailing company structure and operations
Company registration
Legal registration documents
Proof of income
USD 1,000+/month from business activities
Criminal record certificate
From country of origin
Health insurance
Valid coverage
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Advantages
- Enables business establishment
- 2-year validity with renewal option
- Path to permanent residency
- No foreign partner requirement
- 100% ownership possible
Considerations
- Limited to 4 years maximum
- USD 1,000+/month income requirement
- Must maintain active business
- Renewal requires business verification
Application Process
Develop business plan
Create business plan with USD 1,000+/month projected income
Register company
Establish legal business entity in Uruguay
Obtain legal representative
Appoint local lawyer or accountant as legal representative
Submit residency application
Apply for company opening temporary residency
Obtain residency card
Receive 2-year temporary residency
Application Forms
Company Opening Residency Application
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