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Expat Guide to Living in Uruguay
Whether you're already living in Uruguay or preparing to move to Uruguay, our Expat Guide to Living in Uruguay offers articles and reports submitted by expats about expat life in Uruguay. For answers to specific questions, visit our Uruguay Forum to talk with expats in Uruguay.
Expat Survey: Uruguay Ranked Highly By Expats
Some might be surprised to read how highly Uruguay ranks among expats, but indeed it does. Here are some insights into why expats love Uruguay and how it is managing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Expats Talk About The Biggest Challenges They Face Living in Latin America
Expats talk about some of the biggest challenges they've faced living in Latin America. Whether you're moving to Panama City or Punta del Este, this article is a must read to help you prepare (hint: you'll be much happier if you learn the language) and adjust your expectations (realities: the roads are rough, the pace of life is slower and bureaucracy is unavoidable). Despite all of the challenges, the list of what expats like about life in Latin America far exceeds the challenges.
11 Expats Talk About What It's Really Like Living in Uruguay
Expats in Uruguay have often lived in other Central and South American countries before landing in Uruguay. They appreciate Uruguay's low-key lifestyle, beautiful beaches and family-focused Uruguayans. 11 expats talk about what it's really like living in Uruguay.
Expats in Uruguay: Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay
Many expats who consider living in Uruguay have lived in other South American countries, and then they are exposed to stories of all that it has to offer.
5 Important Tips about Healthcare for Expats in Uruguay
Expats in Uruguay have a variety of healthcare options available to them. Understanding what is available is an important part of preparing to move there. Information about proximity of care and prescription medications in Uruguay is also provided.
12 Tips for Living in Paysandu, Uruguay
An expat talks about living in Paysandu, Uruguay. Topics covered include public vs. private hospitals, petty crime, applying to residency, nightlife and restaurants (pizza parlors are everywhere), golf clubs, international schools and much more.
Expat Health Insurance and Healthcare in Atlantida
An expat in Atlantida, Uruguay talks about mutualistas, prescription medicine availability and the proximity of specialists.
Moving to Punta Del Este, Uruguay
An expat in Uruguay talks about moving to the beautiful resort town of Punta Del Este. She talks about housing prices, what to bring and leave behind and more.
Culture Shock in Piriapolis, Uruguay
An American who retired to Uruguay talks about why he moved to Piriapolis. He offers incredible insight into culture shock, how the challenges of living in Uruguay gradually wore on him and what he appreciated about the culture in Uruguay.
Living in Punta del Diablo, Uruguay
Punta del Diablo is a picturesque fishing village about 2.5 hours up the coast of Uruguay from Punta del Este with a growing expat population. The local people are focused on family, most depend on the tourism industry and everyone loves of soccer. An expat offers an in-depth look at expat life in Punta del Diablo.
Dream vs Reality of Living in Valdense, Uruguay
After six months of trying to buck the bureaucracy of Argentina, one expat talks about his move to Uruguay and the ease of living there. With its lower cost of living, benefits for seniors, friendly locals and local organic meat and produce, he's enjoying life in Uruguay.
More Culture Shock Reports for Uruguay
Culture shock is part of the settling in process. Knowing the different phases of culture shock and how other expats in Uruguay handle it can be very comforting. Below are some of the responses from expats in Uruguay:More Living in Uruguay Reports
What are people's priorities in Uruguay - work? family? What are the best ways to meet other expats? Are people accepting of racial, cultural and religious differences? Below are some of the responses from expats in Uruguay:
More Moving to Uruguay Reports
What should you take with you when you move to Uruguay? What should you leave behind? What type of housing and neighborhoods are typical for expats in Uruguay? Below are some of the responses from expats in Uruguay:
Reviews of Schools in Uruguay
Reviews and school profiles from expat parents and even a few school administrators in Uruguay. Great place to find insight into school facilities, teachers and curriculum. Below are some of the reviews from expats in Uruguay:
Dream vs. Reality of Living in Uruguay Reports
Most expats have have "dreams" (and fears) about the expatriate experience before they moved to Uruguay. If you are already living in Uruguay, share how those "dreams" have been fulfilled, and how they have not. Below are some of the reports from expats in Uruguay:
Overseas Retirement Report
Retiring abroad can be a great option for retirees seeking their dream lifestyle at an affordable price. Help other retirees, who are thinking about retiring in Uruguay by taking our Overseas Retirement report.
Submit a Retire Abroad ReportHaving a Baby Abroad Report
How did expats choose their doctors, midwives, hospitals? What is childbirth like in Uruguay? Help other expats who are preparing to have a baby in Uruguay by filling out our Having a Baby Abroad Report.
Submit a Having a Baby Abroad ReportWorking Abroad Report
What's it like to find a job in Uruguay? How difficult was it to obtain a work permit? What types are jobs are typical for expats in Uruguay? Help others following in your footsteps by filling out our Working Abroad Report.
Submit a Working Abroad ReportAdditional Articles
Expats in Uruguay: 8 Tips For Living in Punta del Este
Expats in Punta del Este live in a beautiful coastal setting that will leave you wondering why more people don't consider this new hot spot when they scan the globe for their next expat adventure.
Moving to Uruguay: 7 Things to Know Before Moving to Uruguay
Expats who move to Uruguay offer a lot of advice about moving there. There are several aspects of living in Uruguay that need to be taken into consideration: health care, cost of living, transportation and types of housing are just a few of the areas to investigate. Going to Uruguay to visit first is critical!
8 Best Places to Live in Uruguay in 2022
Expats in Uruguay agree that the best thing about living in Uruguay is the friendly people. In addition to the friendly locals, the weather, beautiful beaches and stable economy make it a great place to live. We've compiled a list of the 8 best places to live in Uruguay based upon the recommendations of expats.
5 Great Places to Retire in South America
Expats offered their recommendations for places to retire in South America. We know that this is a short list and hope you'll add your favorites below in the comments section.
10 Tips for Living in Uruguay
Uruguay may not be the most popular expat destination, but expats there are probably hoping that the truth about Uruguay's healthy lifestyle, family-oriented culture and beautiful beaches doesn't get out.
Living in Uruguay: How Don and His 9-Year-Old Grandson are Retiring Overseas
Live and Invest Overseas Correspondent, Don Peterson, describes the journey that he and his grandson took to find their beloved Mercedes, Uruguay.
The Most Sought After Document in South America
Charles Barrett offers some helpful tips to ensure that you minimize risk associated with a lost or stolen passport.
World's Top Retirement Havens 1 Through 9
Where are the best places to retire overseas? Which retirement haven is right for you? France? Ecuador? Panama? Nicaragua? Thailand? Kathleen Peddicord shares the pros and cons of the world's top 9 retirement havens.
4 Months Later: Reflections on Living in Uruguay
Chrystal and Brian Johnson share their views of Uruguay after their first four months living in Uruguay.
Ten Things You Should Know Before You Move To Central or South America
Lee offers ten tips for people contemplating a move to Central or South America.
Moving to Punte del Este, Uruguay
Punta del Este offers a great lifestyle to expats - fresh food, beautiful beaches, welcoming people and luxuries that the average expat could not afford in at home.
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Living in Uruguay Guide
Many expats who consider living in Uruguay have lived in other South American countries, and then they are exposed to stories of all that it has to offer.
Uruguay Forum
Meet other expats and talk about living in Uruguay.
Best Places to Live in Uruguay
Expats in Uruguay agree that the best thing about living in Uruguay is the friendly people. In addition to the friendly locals, the weather, beautiful beaches and stable economy make it a great place to live.
Healthcare in Uruguay
Expats in Uruguay have a variety of healthcare options available to them. Understanding what is available is an important part of preparing to move there.
Moving to Uruguay Guide
Expats who move to Uruguay offer a lot of advice about moving there. There are several aspects of living in Uruguay that need to be taken into consideration: health care, cost of living, transportation and types of housing are just a few of the areas to investigate.
Pros & Cons of Living in Uruguay
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Uruguay.
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Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Uruguay.
10 Tips for Living in Uruguay
Uruguay may not be the most popular expat destination, but expats there are probably hoping that the truth about Uruguay's healthy lifestyle, family-oriented culture and beautiful beaches doesn't get out.
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