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Uruguay

Capital: Montevideo · South America

Uruguay — relaxed, safe, often called the Switzerland of South America.

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Safety summary

Uruguay — relaxed, safe, often called the Switzerland of South America.

Best time to visit

Dec–Mar

Visa & entry

90 days visa-free for many passports.

Airlines

Major carriers operating to and from Uruguay.

Sky Airline

H2

JetSmart

JA

LATAM

LA

Iberia

IB

Travel tips
  • Use Uber/Didi/Cabify in big cities
  • Drink bottled or filtered water
  • Carry small change; cash still rules in markets
Common scams & risks
  • ATM skimming — use bank-lobby ATMs only
  • Express kidnappings: don't flag street taxis at night
  • Distraction theft on city buses

Best cities to visit

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