Uruguay•South AmericaPermanent Residency (Non-Mercosur)
At a Glance
Processing Time
180-540 days
Application Fee
400 USD
Stay Duration
Indefinite
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
Permanent residence permit for non-Mercosur nationals. Available through independent means (passive income), family reunification, business investment, or professional employment.
Permanent residency in Uruguay is available to non-Mercosur nationals through multiple pathways: independent means (passive income), family reunification, business investment (minimum USD 525,000 in real estate or USD 2.27 million in business creating 15+ jobs), or professional employment. No need to first obtain temporary residency.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
420,000 UYU
per year
Personal
Education
None or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AR, BR, PY, VE, BO, CL, CO, EC, PE
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
At least 6 months validity
Criminal record certificate
From country of origin and any country of residence in past 5 years, apostilled
Birth certificate
Apostilled if needed
OptionalNotarized income certificate
For independent means pathway, minimum USD 1,500/month
OptionalFamily documentation
Marriage certificate or family relationship proof if applicable
OptionalHealth insurance
Valid coverage
Vaccination certificate
Up to date
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Advantages
- Indefinite residence
- Work and study freely permitted
- Path to citizenship after 3-5 years
- Multiple pathways available
- No maximum duration
Considerations
- Lengthy approval process (6-18 months)
- Income requirement for some pathways
- Requires criminal background clearance
Application Process
Determine pathway
Choose between independent means, family, business, or employment pathway
Gather required documents
Prepare documents specific to chosen pathway
Apply to DNM
Submit permanent residency application through consulate or directly in Uruguay
Background check
Undergo criminal background and administrative review
Obtain residency card
Receive permanent residency ID upon approval
Application Forms
Permanent Residency Application Form
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