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Do Canada passport holders need a visa to visit UY?

No. Canadian ordinary passport holders do not need a visa for tourism in Uruguay and can stay visa-free for up to 90 days. Canada is on Uruguay's visa-exemption list. Holders of an ordinary Canadian passport may enter Uruguay for tourism, business or transit without any visa for up to 90 days per entry. There is no eVisa, ETA, or visa-on-arrival process to complete in advance, and no application fee. The 90-day stay can be extended once, for an additional 90 days (up to 180 days total), by applying in person to the Direccion Nacional de Migracion (National Migration Directorate) while in Uruguay. Travelers simply present a valid passport and, if asked, proof of onward/return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds at the port of entry. Uruguay is in South America and is not part of the Schengen Area, so the European Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply to entering Uruguay. This verdict was confirmed against the Government of Canada's official travel advisory and Uruguay's published visa policy as of 2026-05-31.
VISA-FREETOURISMMULTIPLE ENTRYLast verified 2026-05-30
For guidance only — visa rules change with little notice. Always confirm directly with the destination's embassy or foreign ministry before booking non-refundable travel. Information here applies to ordinary (non-diplomatic) passports unless noted.
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/01 — The numbers

Key facts

Last verified 2026-05-30
Visa type
Visa-free entry (no visa required)
Maximum stay
Up to 90 days per entry
per entry
Entries
Multiple entries permitted
from issue date
Visa fee
CAD 0 (no visa or application fee)
consular fee only
Processing time
None - entry granted at the border on arrival
standard track
Validity
Passport must be valid for the duration of the intended stay
from issue date
/02 — The process

How to apply

/01
Confirm your passport is valid
Ensure your ordinary Canadian passport is valid for the full duration of your stay in Uruguay. Although Uruguay only requires validity for the stay, many airlines apply a stricter 6-month rule, so renew early if it is close to expiry.
· Before booking
/02
Book travel and accommodation
Reserve your flights and lodging. Keep a copy of your return or onward ticket and hotel/Airbnb booking, as border officers may ask for proof of onward travel and accommodation.
· Proof of onward travel
/03
Prepare supporting documents
Have evidence of sufficient funds for your stay and, ideally, travel medical insurance. These are not always checked but should be available on request.
· Funds· Insurance recommended
/04
Arrive in Uruguay and clear immigration
On arrival at Carrasco International Airport (Montevideo) or another port of entry, present your passport. No visa is needed; the officer admits you as a tourist for up to 90 days.
· At the border
/05
Track your 90-day limit
Note your entry date. Your visa-free stay is capped at 90 days. Overstaying can result in fines payable on departure.
· 90-day limit
/06
Extend in-country if needed
If you wish to stay longer, apply in person to the Direccion Nacional de Migracion before your initial 90 days expire to request an extension of up to a further 90 days.
· Optional· Extension
/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

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Ordinary Canadian passport valid for the duration of the stay (6 months recommended)
required
Passport with at least one blank page for the entry stamp
recommended
Return or onward flight ticket
recommended
Proof of accommodation (hotel or host address)
recommended
Proof of sufficient funds for the stay
recommended
Travel medical/health insurance
recommended
Contact details and itinerary for your time in Uruguay
optional
Awareness of the 90-day visa-free limit and overstay fines
required
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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate
Line itemAmountSource
Tourist visa feeCAD 0No visa is required for Canadian passport holders
eVisa / ETA feeCAD 0Uruguay has no electronic travel authorization system
Visa-on-arrival feeCAD 0No visa-on-arrival; entry is simply stamped
In-country stay extension (optional)Approx. UYU 1,000-2,000Government fee if you choose to extend beyond 90 days; varies and paid in Uruguay
Total estimateCAD 0 — CAD 0incl. all
/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry at the border
Immediate on arrival
No advance application. Immigration stamps your passport for up to 90 days when you arrive.
In-country extension at Migration office
Same day to a few days
Optional process at the Direccion Nacional de Migracion to extend your stay by up to 90 more days.
/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency
/01
Visa-exemption agreement
Canada is on Uruguay's list of visa-exempt jurisdictions, allowing tourist entry without a visa for up to 90 days.
High
/02
No onward travel proof
Travelers occasionally face questions or denied boarding when they cannot show a return or onward ticket on request.
Low
/03
Passport validity / blank pages
A passport that does not cover the stay, or airline 6-month rules, can cause boarding issues.
Low
/04
Overstaying 90 days
Remaining beyond the visa-free period without an extension leads to fines on departure.
Low
/07 — On arrival

After you land

/01
Immigration
Keep your passport, visa or exemption proof, return ticket, and accommodation details ready for border inspection.
/02
Customs
Review the destination's customs rules before travel and declare restricted goods or large cash amounts when required.
/03
Connectivity
Check whether airport SIMs, eSIMs, or roaming are the best option for your route before arrival.
/08 — The history

Policy changelog

since 2024
2026-05-30
Canada to Uruguay route verified
Confirmed visa-free tourist entry for ordinary Canadian passport holders (90 days, extendable by 90) against the Government of Canada travel advisory and Uruguay's published visa policy. No eVisa/ETA exists.
/09 — The questions

Frequently asked

Do Canadian citizens need a visa to visit Uruguay?—
No. Ordinary Canadian passport holders can enter Uruguay visa-free for tourism, business, or transit for up to 90 days. No advance application is needed.
How long can I stay in Uruguay without a visa?+
Is there an eVisa or ETA for Uruguay?+
Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Uruguay?+
What documents should I carry on arrival?+
Are there any fees to enter Uruguay as a Canadian tourist?+
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