Independent Means Visa
Uruguay
Last updated: December 30, 2025
2 years temporary (renewable)
$200-$400
8-12 months
Low
About this Visa
This visa lets you live in Uruguay if you have money coming in from outside the country. You don't need a job or a business. You just need a steady monthly income from things like pensions, rental income, or investments. This visa is good if you want to retire abroad or live somewhere with low costs. Uruguay is safe, has good healthcare, and strong legal protection. You don't need to be rich—just have enough passive income. Key difference: You can't work for a company. But you can run your own business or work for foreign clients online.
Key Benefits
- Live legally in Uruguay with full residency rights
- Work for yourself - run a business or work for foreign companies online
- Bring family - spouse, children, and dependent parents
- No taxes on foreign income for 11 years (until Dec 31, 2025)
- Own property with no restrictions
- Good healthcare - public free, private $50-100/month
- Path to citizenship in 3-5 years with dual citizenship allowed
- Easy banking and money transfers
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older
- Must have $1,500+ per month in passive income
- Must prove income is real with notary certificate
- Must have clean criminal record
- Must show proof of intended residence in Uruguay
- Must pass health exam
- Must have valid passport
- Must provide real, honest documents
Financial Requirement
Minimum $1,500 per month from outside Uruguay. Must be passive income (pensions, rental income, dividends, interest from savings). Cannot count salary, freelance work, or business income.
Documents
- Valid passportMust have at least 6 months validity
- Proof of passive incomeNotary certificate plus 6 months of bank statements
- Criminal record certificateFrom your home country
- Health examDone in Uruguay
- Proof of residenceRental agreement or property deed
- Birth certificateApostilled and Spanish translated
- Marriage certificateIf applicable - apostilled and Spanish translated
- Document apostille and translationAll documents from outside Uruguay must be officially translated to Spanish and certified
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.