How Indian passport holders get a visa for Uruguay: visa type, government fee, processing time, maximum stay, the documents required and where to apply. Government-sourced — always verify on the official site before you travel.
Quick facts
- Visa type: Sticker visa — Embassy of Uruguay in New Delhi
- Government fee: USD 42 (~₹3,600) once granted. Service charges may apply via agencies.
- Processing time: At least 20 business days (National Migration Office authorisation step). Apply 5-6 weeks ahead.
- Maximum stay: Tourist: 90 days per entry, single entry typical.
- Interview: Not required
- Ease for Indian travellers: 55/100
Documents you'll need
- Passport valid 6+ months from leaving Uruguay, 2 blank pages
- Completed visa application form
- Recent passport photographs
- Confirmed return ticket
- Hotel bookings for full stay
- Bank statements (last 3 months)
- Employer NOC / business proof
- Cover letter
How & where to apply
Apply at the Embassy of Uruguay in India (New Delhi). Visas are stamped in your passport after the National Migration Office in Montevideo authorises. No e-Visa, no visa-on-arrival. Embassy of Uruguay in India (official)
Transit & connections
Airside transit through Carrasco (MVD) for non-Uruguayan destinations does not require a visa.
How Uruguay compares in the Americas
With an ease score of 55/100 this is a moderate-effort application for Indians — start early and follow the document checklist exactly. Uruguay requires a full pre-travel application (embassy / visa application centre) for Indian passport holders.
| Country | Visa type | Government fee | Processing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇾 Uruguay | Sticker visa — Embassy of Uruguay in New Delhi | USD 42 (~₹3,600) once granted. Service charges may apply via agencies. | At least 20 business days (National Migration Office authorisation step). Apply 5-6 weeks ahead. |
| 🇦🇷 Argentina | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a qualifying US visa / Green Card | Free for Indian nationals under bilateral agreement (zero consular fee). Visa-free entry is also free if eligible. | Consular visa: typically 10–15 working days after document submission at the Embassy in New Delhi or Consulate in Mumbai. |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico | Consular visa — or visa-free if you hold US/Canada/UK/Japan/Schengen visa | Consular tourist visa US$54 (~₹4,600). Visa-free entry is free — only the FMM/FMME tourist card (free if filed online or ~MXN 717 / ~₹3,600 at land borders) is needed. | Consular visa: 2–10 working days at the Mexican Embassy in New Delhi after appointment. Visa-free entry: instant at port of entry. |
| 🇨🇱 Chile | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a valid US visa / Green Card | Tourist visa US$25 (~₹2,100) consular fee for Indian nationals. Visa-free entry is free. | Consular visa: typically 10–15 working days at the Embassy of Chile in New Delhi after document submission. |
| 🇵🇪 Peru | Consular tourist visa — or visa-free if you hold a US/Canada/UK/Australia/Schengen visa | Tourist visa approx US$30 (~₹2,500) consular fee at the Embassy in New Delhi. Visa-free entry is free. | Consular visa: 7–10 working days after the in-person interview at the Embassy of Peru in New Delhi. |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil | Tourist visa via Embassy / VFS — eVisa for business travellers only (as of mid-2026) | Tourist visa ₹6,400 (~US$77) consular fee. Business eVisa via VFS: US$40 + US$25 service fee (~₹5,500). | Tourist visa: 10–15 working days from VFS submission. Business eVisa: 5–10 working days. |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | Visitor visa (TRV) — apply online + VFS biometrics | CAD 100 (~₹6,300) visitor visa fee + CAD 85 (~₹5,400) biometrics. Total ~₹11,700. | From India: about 70–90 days after biometrics (IRCC posted ~71–88 days in early-to-mid 2026). IRCC targeting 60 days global by Q4 2026. |
Fees and processing times are indicative and change with exchange rates and season — always confirm on each country's official source before applying.
Good to know
Long processing window (20+ days). Researched May 2026. Visa rules change often — confirm on the official government source: https://embassyofuruguayinindia.in/visa-services/
Frequently asked questions
Do Indians need a visa for Uruguay?
Sticker visa — Embassy of Uruguay in New Delhi. Long processing window (20+ days). Researched May 2026.
What documents do Indians need for a Uruguay visa?
Passport valid 6+ months from leaving Uruguay, 2 blank pages; Completed visa application form; Recent passport photographs; Confirmed return ticket; Hotel bookings for full stay; Bank statements (last 3 months); Employer NOC / business proof; Cover letter
How long does a Uruguay visa take and what does it cost?
Processing: At least 20 business days (National Migration Office authorisation step). Apply 5-6 weeks ahead.. Government fee: USD 42 (~₹3,600) once granted. Service charges may apply via agencies.. Maximum stay: Tourist: 90 days per entry, single entry typical..
How do Indians apply for a Uruguay visa?
Apply at the Embassy of Uruguay in India (New Delhi). Visas are stamped in your passport after the National Migration Office in Montevideo authorises. No e-Visa, no visa-on-arrival. Official source: https://embassyofuruguayinindia.in/visa-services/
Is a Uruguay visa hard to get for Indian citizens?
With an ease score of 55/100 this is a moderate-effort application for Indians — start early and follow the document checklist exactly. No interview is normally required.
Can Indians get a Uruguay visa online or on arrival?
Uruguay requires a full pre-travel application (embassy / visa application centre) for Indian passport holders.
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