Uruguay•South AmericaDigital Nomad Permit (Decreto 238/022)
At a Glance
Processing Time
10-15 days
Application Fee
11 USD
Stay Duration
6 months
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
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
Residence permit for remote workers and digital nomads employed by foreign companies. Valid for 6 months with renewal option.
Uruguay's Digital Nomad Permit (Decreto 238/022) allows remote workers and self-employed professionals to live and work in Uruguay while maintaining employment with foreign companies or clients. Initial term is 6 months with option to renew for an additional 6 months.
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Requirements
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Proof of remote employment
Employment contract, freelance agreement, or self-employment documentation
Affidavit of self-sufficiency
Statement of sufficient funds for stay in Uruguay
Criminal record certificate
For renewal only
OptionalVaccination records
For renewal only, up to date with Uruguay schedule
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Advantages
- Low application fee
- Fast processing
- Work-from-anywhere flexibility
- Path to longer-term residency
- Suitable for freelancers and self-employed
Considerations
- Limited to 12 months total
- Must work for foreign company
- Renewal documentation requirements
Application Process
Prepare documentation
Gather passport, proof of remote employment, and financial evidence
Create DNM account
Register on Dirección Nacional de Migración online portal
Submit online application
Submit application through the migration system
Pay application fee
Pay USD 11 (390 Uruguayan pesos)
Receive permit
Digital nomad permit issued upon approval
Application Forms
Digital Nomad Permit Application
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