Moving to Uruguay: every visa & residency route in 2026
There is 1 way to move to Uruguay legally as of 2026 — spanning digital nomad routes. Here's every one, what it actually requires, and where it leads.
This route checked against official government sources · July 2026
Every route, side by side
| Route | Type | Requirement | Leads to |
|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Nomad Visa | Digital nomad | No income minimum | Citizenship in ~5 yrs |
Digital nomad route to Uruguay
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No income minimum
No fixed income floor; sign a declaration of means. 6+6 months, then transition to residency, which counts toward citizenship (~3–5 yrs). Multi-year foreign-income tax holiday.
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Moving to Uruguay: FAQ
How many ways are there to move to Uruguay?
This dataset tracks 1 residency or visa route into Uruguay as of 2026, across digital nomad pathways. Each has its own income, investment, or heritage requirement.
Does Uruguay have a digital nomad visa?
Yes — the Digital Nomad Visa lets remote workers live in Uruguay. It has no fixed income minimum, and it can lead to permanent residency. No fixed income floor; sign a declaration of means. 6+6 months, then transition to residency, which counts toward citizenship (~3–5 yrs). Multi-year foreign-income tax holiday.
Does moving to Uruguay lead to a second passport?
Yes — at least one route to Uruguay has a defined path to citizenship. The exact timeline and physical-presence rules vary by program; check each route's official source below.
Uruguay, compared
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