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Uruguay
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Uruguay

South America
·21 visa pathways

Visa Pathways to Uruguay

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Business Visa (Visa de Negocios)
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Business Visa (Visa de Negocios)

Short-stay visa for individuals conducting investment activities, commercial exchange, or business dealings with Uruguayan companies or public entities.

ValidityVaries (Can be extended for another 90 days)
ProcessingVaries
Cost42 USD
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Congress, Convention and Seminar Visa (Visa para Congresos, Convenciones y Seminarios)
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Congress, Convention and Seminar Visa (Visa para Congresos, Convenciones y Seminarios)

Short-stay visa for attendees of national or international events of public interest held in Uruguay, valid for 90 days with a 90-day extension.

Validity3 to 6 months
Processing20-60 days
Cost42 USD
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Digital Nomad Permit (Permiso de Nómada Digital)
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Digital Nomad Permit (Permiso de Nómada Digital)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permit under Decree 238/022 for remote workers employed by or contracting with foreign companies, valid for 6 months and renewable for an additional 6 months.

Validity6 months
ProcessingVaries
Cost56 UYI
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Diplomatic and Official Visa
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Diplomatic and Official Visa

This visa is intended for holders of diplomatic, official, or service passports traveling to Uruguay to perform official government duties.

ValidityDetermined by the nature of the official mission
Processing3 days
CostFree
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Family Reunification Visa (Visa de Reunificación Familiar)
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Family Reunification Visa (Visa de Reunificación Familiar)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Entry visa enabling foreign nationals to reunite with family members who are permanent residents or approved-pending residents in Uruguay, covering spouses, minor children, parents, and disabled adult children.

Validity30 days
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Fast Track Residency (Residencia Temporaria Vía Rápida)
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Fast Track Residency (Residencia Temporaria Vía Rápida)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Expedited temporary residency through Uruguay XXI for investors, operators, technicians, and managers hired by exporting companies, with shortened processing times.

ValidityIndefinite
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Ley 18.250 — Temporary Mercosur Residency (Residencia Temporaria Mercosur)
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Ley 18.250 — Temporary Mercosur Residency (Residencia Temporaria Mercosur)

Streamlined temporary residency for nationals of Mercosur member and associated states (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Bolivia, Paraguay, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Suriname, Guyana), valid for up to 2 years and renewable once.

ValidityVaries (Permanent status granted upon approval)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Permanent Mercosur Residency (Residencia Permanente Mercosur)
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Permanent Mercosur Residency (Residencia Permanente Mercosur)

Expedited permanent residency for nationals of Mercosur member and associated states, with simplified documentation requirements based on regional agreements.

ValidityVaries (Permanent status granted upon approval)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Permanent Residency (Residencia Permanente)
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Permanent Residency (Residencia Permanente)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permanent residency for non-Mercosur foreign nationals intending to settle permanently in Uruguay, granting indefinite right to live and work.

ValidityVaries (Permanent status granted upon approval)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Permanent Residency by Family Connection (Residencia Permanente por Vínculo Familiar)
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Permanent Residency by Family Connection (Residencia Permanente por Vínculo Familiar)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Permanent residency for foreign nationals with a direct family link to a Uruguayan citizen, including spouses, common-law partners, children, parents, and siblings.

ValidityVaries (Permanent status granted upon approval)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Permanent Residency with a Uruguayan Relationship
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Permanent Residency with a Uruguayan Relationship

ValidityIndefinite
Processing6-18 months
CostFree
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Provisional Identity Sheet
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Provisional Identity Sheet

Short-term identity document valid for up to 180 days for persons traveling for study, work, or religious purposes.

Validity180 days
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Special Border Document (Documento Especial de Frontera)
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Special Border Document (Documento Especial de Frontera)

Permit for Brazilian nationals in designated border cities to carry out work, educational activities, or retirement in Uruguay, valid for up to 5 years and renewable.

Validity5 years
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Student Visa
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Student Visa

Entry visa for students enrolling in educational programs or internships in Uruguay. Valid for 30 days to apply for temporary residency.

Validity30 days
ProcessingVaries
Cost42 USD
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Temporary Residency (Residencia Temporaria)
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Temporary Residency (Residencia Temporaria)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Residency permit for non-Mercosur nationals settling in Uruguay for work, study, religious service, or other lawful reasons, valid for 6 months to 2 years and renewable.

ValidityVaries (Renewable for an additional 2 years)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Tourism Visa (Visa de Turismo)
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Tourism Visa (Visa de Turismo)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Short-stay visa for visitors entering Uruguay for pleasure, recreation, or leisure, valid for 90 days with a 90-day extension.

Validity3 to 6 months
Processing20-30 days
Cost42 USD
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Tourist Visa
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Tourist Visa

Short-term visitor visa for tourism, recreation, and leisure activities. Valid for 90 days with option to extend for another 90 days.

ValidityVaries (Renewable for an additional 90 days)
ProcessingVaries
Cost42 USD
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Visa for Congresses, Conventions and Seminars
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Visa for Congresses, Conventions and Seminars

Entry visa for participants in national and international congresses, conventions, and seminars of public interest held in Uruguay.

ValidityVaries (Can be extended for another 90 days)
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Visa-Free Entry (84 Countries)
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Visa-Free Entry (84 Countries)

Visa-exempt entry for 84 countries including USA, Canada, UK, EU nations, and other countries. Valid for 90 days with extension option.

Validity3 to 6 months
ProcessingVaries
CostFree
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Work Visa (Visa de Trabajo)
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Work Visa (Visa de Trabajo)

PR Pathway Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency, the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Entry visa for foreign nationals intending to carry out employment activities in Uruguay, requiring residency processing within 30 days of arrival.

Validity30 days
ProcessingVaries
Cost42 USD
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Working Holiday Visa (Visa de Vacaciones y Trabajo)
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Working Holiday Visa (Visa de Vacaciones y Trabajo)

Bilateral youth mobility visa for nationals aged 18-30 from partner countries (Australia, France, Germany, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Sweden, UK), allowing work and travel for up to 1-2 years.

Validity2 years
Processing10-15 days
CostFree
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