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Uruguay Working Holiday

Uruguay Working Holiday

Thinking of visiting Uruguay with a passport from United Kingdom? Here are the Working Holiday requirements and the steps to prepare for your trip.

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  • Age18–30 y/o
  • Quota500 places
  • Visa fee0 UYU
  • Duration12 months (extendable to 24)
  • Proof of fundssee conditions
  • Observed timelines2 to 8 weeks

Information checked on . You’ll also find it in the app, even offline. Official source ↗

Is it for you?

  • 18 to 30 years old at application time, United Kingdom passport
  • One participation only
  • No dependent children during the stay
  • Proof of funds required
  • Return ticket or equivalent funds
  • There are 4 more requirement(s) to check. You’ll find the details in the app.
  • One participation only

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By passport

The requirements depend on your passport and where you want to go. Choose your nationality to find the information for your trip. The table shows the passports accepted at our last check.

PassportAgeQuotaFeeTimelines
Australia18–30 y/o2000 UYU2 to 8 weeks
France18–30 y/o3000 UYU2 to 6 weeks
Germany18–30 y/o—0 UYU2 to 6 weeks
Japan18–30 y/o1000 UYU2 to 8 weeks
Netherlands18–30 y/o1000 UYU8 to 16 weeks
New Zealand18–35 y/o2000 UYU2 to 8 weeks
United Kingdom18–30 y/o5000 UYU2 to 8 weeks

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“—” = not published by the country at the last verification.

The steps, in order

Before

Visa, application, insurance, tickets: we’ll help you prepare each step with the timelines in mind.

During

Your first steps on the ground: Register at DNM — obtain your residencia temporaria certificate · Apply for your Uruguayan Cédula de Identidad at DNIC · Buy a local SIM card (Antel, Movistar or Claro) · Secure temporary accommodation and get a proof-of-address document · Get your STM transit card for Montevideo buses · Open a Uruguayan bank account at BROU or a digital bank.

After

We’re here for the trip home too, from closing accounts to taxes and contributions you may be able to claim back. Find the steps for your destination in the app.

Frequently asked questions

Up to what age can you do a Uruguay Working Holiday?

For a United Kingdom passport: from 18 to 30 years old at application time.

Is there a quota for the Uruguay Working Holiday?

Yes: 500 places for United Kingdom passports (data verified on May 29, 2026).

How long does the Uruguay Working Holiday visa take?

Observed timelines: 2 to 8 weeks, varying with the season.

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