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Guinea-BissauUruguay: Visa required

Guinea-BissauUruguay

Do Guinea-Bissau passport holders need a visa for Uruguay?

Visa required

Yes. Guinea-Bissau passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Uruguay.

A visa must be obtained in advance, typically from an embassy or consulate, before travel.

Source: gub.uy (checked July 20, 2026).

    RequirementVisa required
    Maximum stayLength of stay varies
    ScopeTourism, ordinary passport
    Action before travelYes, arrange in advance
    Data as of2026-10-14
    Distance6,745 km, straight line (~8h 26m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Uruguay129 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Uruguay passport holders visiting Guinea-Bissau: Visa required.

Visa-free alternatives near Uruguay

Guinea-Bissau passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Guinea-Bissau passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Guinea-Bissau passport holders need a visa for Uruguay?

Yes. Guinea-Bissau passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Uruguay.

How far is Uruguay from Guinea-Bissau?

About 6,745 km in a straight line, roughly ~8h 26m 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.

What nearby countries can Guinea-Bissau passport holders visit without a visa instead of Uruguay?

Suriname, Guyana, Barbados, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Saint Lucia, Dominica.

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.