CroatiaUruguay: Visa-free

CroatiaUruguay

Do Croatia passport holders need a visa for Uruguay?

Visa-free

No. Croatia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Uruguay for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

No visa is required for a short tourist stay. Travel on a valid passport alone.

Source: gub.uy (checked July 18, 2026).

RequirementVisa-free

Maximum stay3 months

ScopeTourism, ordinary passport

Action before travelNone, travel on your passport

Data as of2026-10-21

Distance11,511 km, straight line (~14h 3m nonstop)

Visa-free access to Uruguay129 of 242 nationalities tracked

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Frequently asked questions

Do Croatia passport holders need a visa for Uruguay?

No. Croatia passport holders do not need a visa to visit Uruguay for tourism for stays of up to 3 months.

How long can Croatia citizens stay in Uruguay without a visa?

Up to 3 months, for tourism, ordinary passport.

How far is Uruguay from Croatia?

About 11,511 km in a straight line, roughly ~14h 3m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Uruguay?

Uruguayan peso (UYU).

What is the emergency number in Uruguay?

911.

What time zone is Uruguay in?

Montevideo (UTC-3).

What is the nearest airport to Montevideo?

Carrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport (MVD), about 7 km away.

How many countries can enter Uruguay without a visa?

129 of the 242 nationalities this site tracks can enter Uruguay visa-free, with a visa on arrival, or with an eTA.

Visa rules change frequently and can depend on your specific circumstances. This site is compiled from public government sources and is provided for general information only. Always confirm requirements with the official immigration authority or a consulate of your destination before you travel.

About Croatia

Croatia, officially the Republic of Croatia, is a country in Central and Southeastern Europe, on the coast of the Adriatic Sea. It borders Slovenia to the northwest, Hungary to the northeast, Serbia to the east, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Montenegro to the southeast, and shares a maritime border with Italy to the west. The Croatian archipelago contains over 1,000 islands and islets, the largest overseas territory on the Adriatic Sea. Its capital, largest city and main cultural and economic centre is Zagreb. Major urban centres include Split, Rijeka, and Osijek. The country is composed of twenty counties spanning 56,594 square kilometres within four historical and cultural regions. Croatia has a population of nearly 3.9 million as of 2026.

CapitalZagreb

RegionSoutheast Europe

Population3.9M

Area56,594 km²

CurrencyEuro (1 USD ≈ 0.89 EUR)

LanguagesCroatian

Calling code+385

Drives on theright

TimezoneZagreb (UTC+2)

Nearest airportZagreb Franjo Tuđman International Airport (ZAG), 11 km

Emergency number112 / 192 / 93 / 94

UNESCO sites11

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$27,104 (2025)

Tourist arrivals21.6M (2020)

Climate in Zagreb

Warmest August, coolest January, driest January, sunniest July. Best time to visit: September.

Monthly climate normals for Zagreb, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	5.8°C	-2.1°C	22mm	201h
February	11.3°C	1.4°C	49mm	232h
March	12.3°C	3°C	40mm	264h
April	18.8°C	5.9°C	26mm	360h
May	20.4°C	10.1°C	95mm	329h
June	24.7°C	14.4°C	91mm	346h
July	26.6°C	16.4°C	115mm	389h
August	27.5°C	18°C	132mm	350h
September	23.1°C	13.2°C	63mm	323h
October	16.6°C	8.2°C	162mm	229h
November	8.7°C	3.5°C	44mm	148h
December	6°C	1.2°C	84mm	107h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Croatia is a Mediterranean country in Southeastern Europe, and is a part of the Balkans. Much of the tourist industry is concentrated along the coast. Nautical tourism is supported by marinas, while cultural tourism relies on the appeal of medieval coastal cities and cultural events taking place during the summer. Inland areas offer agrotourism, mountain resorts, and spas. Zagreb is a significant destination, rivalling major coastal cities and resorts. Croatia has unpolluted marine areas with nature reserves and 116 Blue Flag beaches. Croatia was ranked first in Europe for swimming water quality in 2022 by the European Environmental Agency.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Ancient and Primeval Beech Forests of the Carpathians and Other Regions of Europe
Euphrasian Basilica
Garagnin-Fanfogna Palace
Historic City of Trogir
Historical Complex of Split with the Palace of Diocletian
Old city (Dubrovnik)
Plitvice Lakes National Park
Q29000652
Stari Grad Plain
The Venetian Works of defence between 15th and 17th centuries

Upcoming public holidays

November 1, 2026Dan svih svetih

November 18, 2026Dan sjećanja na žrtve Domovinskog rata

December 25, 2026Božić

Full source list on About.

About Uruguay

Uruguay, officially the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, is a country in southeastern South America. It shares borders with Argentina to its west and southwest and Brazil to its north and northeast, while bordering the Río de la Plata to the south and the Atlantic Ocean to the southeast. It is part of the Southern Cone region of South America. Uruguay covers an area of approximately 176,215 square kilometers (68,037 sq mi). It has a population of almost 3.5 million people, of whom nearly 2 million live in the metropolitan area of its capital and largest city, Montevideo.

CapitalMontevideo

RegionSouth America

Population3.4M

Area181,034 km²

CurrencyUruguayan peso (1 USD ≈ 40.14 UYU)

LanguagesSpanish

Calling code+598

Drives on theright

TimezoneMontevideo (UTC-3)

Nearest airportCarrasco General Cesáreo L. Berisso International Airport (MVD), 7 km

Emergency number911

UNESCO sites3

Income levelHigh income

GDP per capita$25,216 (2025)

Tourist arrivals3.5M (2019)

Climate in Montevideo

Warmest February, coolest July, driest February, sunniest January. Best time to visit: January, February, March, November.

Monthly climate normals for Montevideo, 2020
Month	High	Low	Rainfall	Sunshine
January	27°C	18.1°C	41mm	396h
February	27.6°C	18.6°C	20mm	348h
March	26.9°C	18.4°C	49mm	303h
April	21.3°C	14.9°C	128mm	249h
May	18.8°C	11°C	34mm	255h
June	15.9°C	9.2°C	126mm	203h
July	13.6°C	7.1°C	60mm	229h
August	17.5°C	8.7°C	75mm	269h
September	16.8°C	8°C	56mm	271h
October	19.3°C	11.4°C	91mm	324h
November	23.3°C	14.2°C	22mm	373h
December	26°C	16.3°C	62mm	391h

Avg. high/low, °C (left axis) Rainfall, mm (bar maxes out at 250mm/month)

Daily normals for 2020. Hover a month for exact figures.

Travel guide

Uruguay is the second-smallest country in South America, wedged between two of the world's largest countries ― Argentina and Brazil.

UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Church of Cristo Obrero y Nuestra Señora de Lourdes
Fray Bentos Industrial Landscape
Historic Quarter of the City of Colonia del Sacramento

Upcoming public holidays

November 2, 2026Día de los Difuntos

December 25, 2026Día de la Familia

January 1, 2027Año Nuevo

Full source list on About.