UgandaUruguay: Visa required

UgandaUruguay

Do Uganda passport holders need a visa for Uruguay?

Visa required

Yes. Uganda 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
    Distance9,904 km, straight line (~12h 9m nonstop)
    Visa-free access to Uruguay129 of 242 nationalities tracked

Travelling the other way? Uruguay passport holders visiting Uganda: e-Visa.

Uruguay drives on the right, the opposite side to Uganda. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

Visa-free alternatives near Uruguay

Uganda passport holders can visit these nearby destinations without a visa in advance:

Other visa-free destinations for Uganda passport holders

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Frequently asked questions

Do Uganda passport holders need a visa for Uruguay?

Yes. Uganda passport holders need to obtain a visa in advance before travelling to Uruguay.

How far is Uruguay from Uganda?

About 9,904 km in a straight line, roughly ~12h 9m nonstop by air.

What currency is used in Uruguay?

Uruguayan peso (UYU).

What is the emergency number in Uruguay?

911.

Does Uruguay drive on the same side of the road as Uganda?

Uruguay drives on the right, the opposite side to Uganda. If you're renting a car, budget extra care at first, especially at junctions and roundabouts.

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 Uganda passport holders visit without a visa instead of Uruguay?

Ecuador, Suriname, Guyana, Grenada, Barbados, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

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.