Passport/Visa | Passport Required? | Visa Required? | Return Ticket Required? |
| British | Yes | No | Yes |
| Australian | Yes | No | Yes |
| Canadian | Yes | No | Yes |
| USA | Yes | No | Yes |
| Other EU | Yes | No/1 | Yes |
PassportsValid passport required
by all nationals of countries referred to in the chart above.
VisasNot required by nationals of countries referred to in the chart above except the following:
1. nationals of Estonia who
do need a visa (please note that nationals of Canada, Ireland, Malta and the USA are only permitted visa-free stays of up to three months).
Note: Nationals of countries not referred to in the chart above are advised to contact the embassy to check visa requirements (see
General Info).
Types of Visa and CostTourist: £27.
Business and
Tourist: Enquire at consulate (or consular section at embassy) for cost as it may vary with the exchange rate.
ValidityVisas are usually for stays of up to three months, but check with the consulate, as this is dependent on nationality. Extensions for a further three months are possible; apply at the immigration office in Uruguay.
Applications to:Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see
General Info.
Working Days Required21.
WarningMost visits to Uruguay are trouble-free but you should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
The risk of crime is generally low throughout Uruguay, but travelers should show greater awareness in and around Montevideo.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organizations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office Tel: (0845) 850 2829.
Website:
www.fco.gov.uk US Department of State Website:
http://travel.state.gov/travel Health | Special Precautions | Certificate Required? |
| Yellow Fever | No | 2 |
| Cholera | No | No |
| Typhoid and Polio | 1 | N/A |
| Malaria | No | N/A |
Health CareNote1There is a slight risk of
typhoid fever but no cases of
polio have been reported in Uruguay in recent years; vaccination against
typhoid is advised.
2A
yellow fever certificate is required for travelers coming from endemic areas and from infected countries according to the epidemiological situation and the risk evaluation.
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