Provisional Identity Document for Digital Nomads

Uruguay digital nomad visa (2026)

Uruguay lets remote workers who are self-employed or work for foreign companies apply for a provisional identity document after entering as tourists. It allows a stay of up to 180 days, renewable once, and can lead to a residence application.

Minimum income: No minimum income set
Length of stay: Up to 180 days
Renewal: Renewable once for another 180 days; longer stays require temporary or permanent residence
Fee: 55.71 UI (indexed units, paid in Uruguayan pesos; cannot be paid from abroad)
Processing time: Not stated

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Who can apply

No nationality is barred, but people who need a visa to enter Uruguay must obtain it first.

Self-employed or working for companies abroad
Entered Uruguay regularly as a tourist
Able to support yourself during the stay

Income requirement

You need to show at least No minimum income set. No threshold is published; applicants sign a sworn statement and, per Uruguay XXI, declare they can support themselves during the stay.

Documents you need

Copy of the identity document used to enter Uruguay
Signed sworn statement in the official format
For renewal: Uruguayan ID, criminal record certificates, and a vaccination certificate

How to apply, step by step

Enter Uruguay as a tourist
Start the procedure online with a gub.uy user, attach documents and pay
After approval, go to the National Civil Identification office to complete issuance

Cost and processing time

The fee is 55.71 UI (indexed units, paid in Uruguayan pesos; cannot be paid from abroad). Processing takes not stated. Budget extra for translations, certified copies and health insurance.

Tax

Official pages do not address tax. Tax residency usually starts after 183 days, so check with a tax adviser.

Good to know

The procedure can also be done in person at the Temporary Residence department in Montevideo
Bring an interpreter if you do not speak Spanish when attending in person

Visiting first?

84 passports can enter Uruguay visa-free for a short stay, a common way to try the country before applying. Check Uruguay visa requirements for your passport.

Official source

gub.uy – Hoja de Identidad Provisoria

Not yet confirmed on an official source: processing time. Check these with the consulate before you apply.

Uruguay digital nomad visa FAQ

What is the minimum income for the Uruguay digital nomad visa?

No minimum income set. No threshold is published; applicants sign a sworn statement and, per Uruguay XXI, declare they can support themselves during the stay.

How long can I stay in Uruguay on a digital nomad visa?

Up to 180 days. Renewable once for another 180 days; longer stays require temporary or permanent residence.

How much does the Uruguay digital nomad visa cost?

55.71 UI (indexed units, paid in Uruguayan pesos; cannot be paid from abroad).

How long does the Uruguay digital nomad visa take?

Not stated.

Do I pay tax in Uruguay on a digital nomad visa?

Official pages do not address tax. Tax residency usually starts after 183 days, so check with a tax adviser.

Who can apply for the Uruguay digital nomad visa?

No nationality is barred, but people who need a visa to enter Uruguay must obtain it first.