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Vietnam to Uruguay visa requirements

Q: Is there an eVisa or visa-on-arrival for Uruguay?

No. Uruguay does not offer an electronic visa or visa-on-arrival to Vietnamese nationals. You must apply at a Uruguayan embassy or consulate.

Q: Where do I apply if there is no Uruguayan embassy in Vietnam?

Apply through the nearest accredited Uruguayan mission (for example the consulate covering Southeast Asia, such as Bangkok). Contact it first to confirm jurisdiction and procedure.

Q: How long can I stay in Uruguay as a tourist?

The standard tourist visa typically allows a stay of up to 90 days, which may be extended for an additional 90 days while in Uruguay.

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 neither the Schengen rule nor ETIAS applies.

Q: How long does the visa take to process?

Roughly 10-15 business days, but allow 3-4 weeks because of courier transit and the lack of a mission in Vietnam.

Yes - a Vietnamese ordinary passport holder needs a visa to visit Uruguay for tourism. There is no visa-free entry, no eVisa, and no visa-on-arrival; you must apply in advance at a Uruguayan embassy or consulate. Vietnam is not on Uruguay's visa-exemption list (which covers about 84 jurisdictions including the EU, USA, Japan, Argentina and others for up to 90 days). Holders of ordinary Vietnamese passports must obtain a consular sticker tourist visa before travel. Uruguay does not offer an electronic visa or visa-on-arrival to Vietnamese nationals. Uruguay is in South America and is NOT part of the Schengen Area, so the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply. Because Uruguay has no embassy in Vietnam, applications are handled by the nearest accredited Uruguayan missions - typically the Embassy/Consulate covering Southeast Asia (Bangkok) or via the consulate network; travelers should confirm jurisdiction and the current document list directly with the mission. The standard tourist visa generally permits a stay of up to 90 days. Default verdict is visa-required, which is the conservative and confirmed position.

VISA REQUIREDTOURISMFLEXIBLE 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

Consular tourist visa (sticker, single/multiple entry) - issued by a Uruguayan embassy/consulate

Maximum stay

Up to 90 days (extendable for a further 90 days in Uruguay)

per entry

Entries

Single or multiple entry (as granted by the consulate)

from issue date

Visa fee

Approximately USD 42 - 80 consular fee (varies by mission; confirm with the issuing consulate)

consular fee only

Processing time

Approximately 10-15 business days (varies by mission and document review)

standard track

Validity

Typically valid for entry within 60-90 days of issue; stay up to 90 days

from issue date

/02 — The process

How to apply

/01

Confirm the competent Uruguayan mission

Uruguay has no embassy in Vietnam. Identify the accredited mission covering Vietnam (commonly the Uruguayan mission in the region, e.g. Bangkok/Southeast Asia) and contact it for the current procedure and jurisdiction.

· No embassy in Vietnam· Email/call ahead

/02

Gather required documents

Prepare a passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages, application form, photos, round-trip flight reservation, hotel/accommodation proof, proof of funds, and travel insurance.

· Passport 6+ months· 2 blank pages

/03

Complete the visa application form

Fill out the Uruguayan tourist visa application form provided by the consulate, ensuring details match your passport and itinerary.

· Tourist purpose

/04

Submit the application

Lodge the application by appointment (in person or by post/courier, depending on the mission) and pay the consular fee. Personal presence is often not required.

· By appointment· Pay fee

/05

Wait for processing

Allow roughly 10-15 business days for review. Some missions request additional documents or an interview.

· ~10-15 business days

/06

Collect passport and travel

Retrieve your passport with the visa sticker, verify the validity dates and entries, and travel within the permitted window.

· Check dates· Carry copies

/03 — The paperwork

Required materials

12 items

Personalized checklist

Vietnam -> Uruguay · Consular tourist visa (sticker, single/multiple entry) - issued by a Uruguayan embassy/consulate

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Visa typeTravel date

Deadline reminderAdd a date before export

RequiredVietnamese passport valid at least 6 months beyond intended stay

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

required

RequiredAt least 2 blank visa pages

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

required

RequiredCompleted Uruguay tourist visa application form

Official form; submit online or print and sign as instructed

required

RequiredRecent passport-size photos (white background)

Use the official size, background, and recency rules for this route

required

RequiredConfirmed round-trip / onward flight booking

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

required

RequiredProof of accommodation (hotel bookings or invitation)

Bookings, itinerary, or confirmations matching the requested stay dates

required

RequiredProof of sufficient funds (bank statements)

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

required

RecommendedTravel medical insurance for the trip

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

recommended

RequiredConsular visa fee (cash/transfer as required by mission)

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

required

ConditionalYellow fever certificate if arriving from an endemic area

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

situational

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)Uruguay visa requirements for Vietnamese citizens (Embassies.net)Uruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancilleria - Visas)

Application link included: Visa policy of Uruguay (Wikipedia)

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/04 — The cost

Fee breakdown

All-in estimate

Line itemAmountSource

Consular tourist visa feeUSD 42 - 80Varies by mission; confirm exact amount with the issuing Uruguayan consulate

Travel medical insuranceUSD 30 - 90Optional but recommended for the duration of the trip

Courier / return postage (if applying by mail)USD 15 - 40Only if the mission accepts postal applications

Total estimateUSD 42 — USD 210incl. all

/05 — The wait

Processing time

Standard consular processing

~10-15 business days

Apply at the competent Uruguayan embassy/consulate; standard review timeline.

Allow extra lead time

3-4 weeks

Because no mission exists in Vietnam, courier transit and jurisdiction checks can add time. Apply well ahead.

/06 — The risks

Common refusal reasons

by frequency

/01

Vietnam is not visa-exempt for Uruguay

Uruguay's visa-exemption list (about 84 jurisdictions) does not include Vietnam for ordinary passports, so a visa is mandatory.

High

/02

No eVisa or visa-on-arrival

Uruguay does not offer Vietnamese nationals an electronic visa or arrival visa; only a consular sticker visa is available.

High

/03

No Uruguayan mission in Vietnam

Applications must go through an accredited mission abroad, complicating logistics.

Medium

/04

Not part of Schengen

Uruguay is in South America; the Schengen 90/180 rule and ETIAS do not apply.

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

Vietnam to Uruguay route verified

Confirmed via Uruguay's visa policy and embassy guidance that ordinary Vietnamese passport holders require a consular tourist visa; no eVisa/VOA available; Uruguay is non-Schengen.

/09 — The questions