General program requirements

To qualify for permanent residency in Uruguay, you must show your intent to settle in the country and demonstrate that you have sufficient regular income to maintain yourself.

You must prove a recurring stream of income in excess of US$1,500 per month, as confirmed by a certified public accountant or similar professional. A simple bank statement showing past transactions will not suffice. 

Additionally, you must provide the following documents:

Birth certificate;
Marriage certificate;
Police clearance;
Medical certificate (from Uruguay);
Vaccine certificate.

Program benefits

• No investment or donation requirement;
• Visa-free travel within MERCOSUR;
• Path to citizenship;
• Permits dual/multiple citizenship;
• Lower cost of living;
• Lower taxes;
• Warm climate;
• Enhanced business access to large economies;

Requirements to qualify for citizenship

Upon filing your application for permanent residency in Uruguay, you will receive a temporary residence permit with a 2-year validity that allows you to remain in Uruguay while awaiting the approval of your permanent residence permit.

Processing of the permanent residence permit application typically takes 6-12 months.

After residing in the country for five years (three years if you’re a married couple), you’ll be eligible to apply for citizenship. Approval of naturalization is contingent on the applicant’s mastery of conversational Spanish as demonstrated during an interview, as well as the applicant’s sufficient integration into Uruguayan society.

Applications for this program may be directed to:

Legislation upon which this program is based:

Ley Nº 18.250 MIGRACIÓN

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