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South Korea to Uruguay visa requirements

Q: How long can I stay in Uruguay without a visa?

Up to 90 days per entry. You can request a single extension of an additional 90 days from the National Immigration Office (Dirección Nacional de Migración).

Q: Is there an eVisa or electronic travel authorization for Uruguay?

No. Uruguay has no eVisa, ETA, or visa-on-arrival scheme for tourists. You are simply admitted at the border with a passport stamp.

Q: Does the Schengen 90/180 rule or ETIAS apply to Uruguay?

No. Uruguay is in South America and is not part of the Schengen area, so Schengen rules and ETIAS are irrelevant to this trip.

Q: What documents should I carry on arrival?

A valid passport with a blank page, and ideally proof of onward/return travel, accommodation, and sufficient funds, which immigration may request.

Q: Are there any fees to enter Uruguay?

There is no entry visa fee. The only routine cost is a departure/boarding tax, which is normally already included in your international airfare.

South Korean ordinary passport holders do NOT need a visa for tourism in Uruguay. You may enter visa-free and stay up to 90 days, extendable once for a further 90 days. Uruguay grants visa-free entry to holders of ordinary South Korean passports for tourism and short visits, under a bilateral visa-waiver arrangement in force since 10 January 2013. Korean tourists may stay up to 90 days per entry, and the stay can be extended once for an additional 90 days through the National Immigration Office (Dirección Nacional de Migración). Uruguay is in South America, NOT the Schengen area, so Schengen 90/180 rules and ETIAS do not apply. There is no eVisa, e-ETA, or visa-on-arrival scheme for tourism. At the border, travelers should hold a passport valid for the duration of stay, with at least one blank page for the entry stamp, and may be asked to show proof of onward/return travel and sufficient funds. There is no entry visa fee; the only routine cost is a departure/boarding tax that is normally already bundled into international airfare. No 2024-2026 changes affect this verdict.

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

90 days per entry, extendable once for +90 days

per entry

Entries

Multiple (each visit up to 90 days)

from issue date

Visa fee

None for entry (USD 0)

consular fee only

Processing time

None - admitted on arrival at the border

standard track

Validity

Passport valid for the duration of stay; 1 blank page

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm your passport type and validity

This applies to ordinary South Korean passports. Ensure your passport is valid for your entire stay and has at least one blank page for the entry stamp. Diplomatic/official passports follow separate rules.

· Ordinary passport· 1 blank page

/02

Book round-trip or onward travel

Although a visa is not required, Uruguayan immigration officers may ask for proof of onward or return travel, so keep your itinerary or return ticket accessible.

· Onward ticket· Itinerary

/03

Prepare supporting documents

Carry proof of accommodation (hotel booking or host address) and evidence of sufficient funds for your stay in case the officer requests them.

· Accommodation· Funds

/04

Travel to Uruguay

Fly into Carrasco International Airport (Montevideo) or arrive via an approved land/sea border. No advance visa or online authorization is needed before departure.

· No pre-authorization

/05

Clear immigration on arrival

Present your passport; the officer stamps a tourist entry permitting up to 90 days. State 'tourism' as your purpose of visit.

· Tourist stamp· Up to 90 days

/06

Extend if you need more time

To stay beyond 90 days, apply for a 90-day extension at the Dirección Nacional de Migración (National Immigration Office) before your initial period expires.

· DNM· +90 days

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

11 items

Personalized checklist

South Korea -> Uruguay · Visa-free entry (no visa required)

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredOrdinary South Korean passport valid for the full duration of stay

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RequiredAt least one blank passport page for the entry stamp

Original passport; keep the blank pages and remaining validity required for this route

required

RecommendedReturn or onward travel ticket

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedProof of accommodation (hotel or host address)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

recommended

RecommendedEvidence of sufficient funds for the stay

Bank, income, or asset proof with clear name, date, and balances

recommended

RecommendedTravel/health insurance covering the trip

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

recommended

ConditionalDeclare cash if carrying over USD 10,000

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

required

OptionalConfirm departure/boarding tax is included in your airfare

Provide a clear scan, digital file, or original as requested by the official channel

optional

ConditionalOfficial application form or online application

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

Visa-free routes usually do not require a visa form; submit any arrival card or authorization if required.

RequiredFlight and hotel itinerary

Confirmed or agency-arranged itinerary when the route guide requires it

Use dates that fit the allowed stay and visa validity.

RecommendedTravel medical insurance

Policy certificate showing traveler name, destination, and coverage dates

Some destinations or agencies require it even when the core visa rule only recommends it.

Official sourcesVisa policy of Uruguay - Wikipedia Visa requirements for South Korean citizens - Wikipedia Uruguay International Travel Information - U.S. Department of State

Application link included: Visa policy of Uruguay - Wikipedia

Open link

/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Tourist entry visaUSD 0No visa is required for short tourist stays.

Visa-free entry stampUSD 0Issued free on arrival by immigration.

Departure / boarding taxVaries (normally bundled in airfare)Airport boarding fee on departure; usually already included in the ticket price.

Total estimate0 — 0incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Visa-free entry on arrival

Immediate at the border

No application or pre-approval; admission decided at immigration on arrival.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Bilateral visa-waiver agreement

A South Korea-Uruguay visa-exemption arrangement has been in force since 10 January 2013, allowing Korean ordinary passport holders to enter without a visa.

High

/02

Tourism / short visit

Visa-free entry is intended for tourism, family visits, and short business trips within the 90-day limit.

High

/03

Strong South Korean passport

South Korea's passport ranks among the world's strongest, with broad visa-free access including Uruguay.

Medium

/04

Reciprocal arrangement

Uruguayan nationals likewise enjoy visa-free short stays in South Korea, reflecting the mutual waiver.

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

South Korea to Uruguay route verified

Confirmed visa-free entry for South Korean ordinary passport holders (up to 90 days, extendable +90) against Uruguay visa policy and U.S. State Department entry information. No eVisa/ETA; Uruguay is not in Schengen.

/09 — The questions