🇺🇾Uruguay
South America
Information
Capital
Montevideo
Population
3,380,000
Currency
Uruguayan peso (UYU $U)
Languages
Espagnol
Continent
South America
Calling code
+598
Timezone
America/Montevideo
Area
176,215 km²
Government
Presidential republic
National day
August 25 - Independence Day
Internet domain
.uy
About
Uruguay is a small South American country bordered by Brazil, Argentina, and the Atlantic Ocean. Known for its democratic stability and high living standards in Latin America, it leads in gender equality and human rights. Its capital Montevideo houses one-third of the population.
Safety
Risk level :Niveau de sécurité global moyen, avec criminalité urbaine modérée mais faible risque de terrorisme.
Risk areas
Montevideo (certains quartiers) - Petite criminalité
Crime(medium)
- Éviter de porter des objets de valeur visibles
- Ne pas marcher seul la nuit dans les zones isolées
Terrorism(low)
- Risque négligeable, rester vigilant lors d'événements publics
Transport
- Utiliser des taxis officiels ou applications
Natural risks(Faible, inondations occasionnelles et vents forts)
- Suivre les alertes météo locales
Health(Système de santé excellent)
- Vaccins standards recommandés, eau potable sûre
Practical tips
- Inscription auprès du consulat
- Assurance voyage complète
- Respecter les lois locales sur les drogues
Cost of living
Accommodation
Studio city center587.27
1-bedroom apartment in city center587.27
1-bedroom apartment in suburb438.61
3-bedroom apartment in city center990.22
3-bedroom apartment in suburbN/A
Food
Inexpensive restaurant mealN/A
Meal for 2 at mid-range restaurantN/A
McDonald's menuN/A
Local beer (0.5L)N/A
CappuccinoN/A
Water (1.5L)N/A
Bread (500g)N/A
Milk (1L)N/A
Eggs (12)N/A
Chicken (1kg)N/A
Apples (1kg)N/A
Bananas (1kg)N/A
Transport
Public transport ticketN/A
Monthly transport subscriptionN/A
Taxi ride (start)N/A
Taxi (1km)N/A
Gasoline (1L)N/A
Leisure
Fitness membership (monthly)N/A
Tennis court (1h weekend)N/A
CinemaN/A
TheaterN/A
Health
General practitioner consultationN/A
Dentist consultationN/A
Antibiotic medicationsN/A
Cold medications (6 days)N/A
Others
High-speed internet (60 Mbps+)N/A
Mobile plan (calls + 10GB)N/A
Public services for 85m² apartmentN/A
Jeans (Levis 501 or similar)N/A
Nike sports shoes109.56
International primary school (monthly)N/A
Practical information
Electricity
Voltage220V
Frequency50Hz
Plug typesType C, Type F, Type I
Emergency numbers
Police911
Ambulance911
Fire department911
Practical information
Driving side
Right
Tap water
safe
Tipping
10% in restaurants