Obtaining a residency visa in Uruguay is not always easy, but our Guide to Residency in Uruguay gives newcomers an overview of the steps involved and advice from others who have already navigated the process.
- Gather the necessary documents for residency application:
- Valid passport
- Proof of address in Uruguay
- Proof of financial means
- Criminal record certificate
- Medical certificate
- Apply for a Tax Number:
- Visit the nearest Tax Office
- Fill out the application form
- Provide the necessary documents
- Pay the applicable fee
- Submit the residency application:
- Visit the Immigration Office
- Fill out the application form
- Provide the necessary documents
- Pay the applicable fee
- Wait for the application to be processed
- Receive the residency card
What tips do expats have about residency and visas in Uruguay?
“If you plan to stay in Uruguay for an extended period of time, you will need to apply for a residency visa. Depending on your nationality, you may need to apply for a temporary or permanent residency visa. You will need to provide documents such as a valid passport, proof of financial means, a police record, and a medical certificate. You may also need to provide additional documents such as a birth certificate, marriage certificate, or proof of employment,” said one expat living in Uruguay.
“Applying for residency is a process and sometimes could take over a year. There is a lot of beauracracy involved with lots of paperwork needed. You are able to visit Uruguay on a passport for 90 days before having to travel outside the country to get your passport stamped, which by default, renews your passport for another 90 days,” commented one expat living in Paysandu, Uruguay.
“In order to visit Uruguay, foreign nationals must obtain a visa prior to their arrival. The process of applying for a visa involves submitting an application form, a valid passport, a passport-sized photograph, and proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of the stay. Depending on the purpose of the visit, additional documents may be required. In order to obtain residency in Uruguay, foreign nationals must submit an application form, a valid passport, a passport-sized photograph, proof of sufficient funds to cover the duration of the stay, and a criminal background check. Depending on the purpose of the residency, additional documents may be required. Once the application is approved, the applicant will receive a residency card, which must be renewed every two years,” mentioned one expat living in Uruguay.
