Student Visa
Uruguay
Last updated: December 30, 2025
1 year (renewable)
$56
6-8 weeks
Low
About this Visa
Uruguay's student visa lets you study at any college, university, or language school in Uruguay. It's designed for international students who want to learn in a Spanish-speaking environment. You can renew it as long as you stay enrolled in school. This visa is easy to get compared to other countries. You don't need to be super wealthy, and Uruguay accepts students from all countries—no nationalities are banned. The visa is fully operational and accepting applications from any nationality worldwide.
Key Benefits
- Study at any accredited school in Uruguay
- Work part-time up to 20 hours per week (on residence permit)
- Access public healthcare
- Travel within South America
- Path to permanent residency after 1-3 years
- Path to citizenship after 5 years
- Dual citizenship permitted
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be accepted to recognized school in Uruguay
- Must afford living costs (USD 1,500/month recommended)
- Must pass medical exam including TB test
- Clean criminal record (no serious convictions)
- Age: No minimum stated but those under 18 need parent permission
- Spanish helpful but not required (language schools available)
Financial Requirement
USD 1,500 per month available. Prove with bank statements (last 3 months), proof of income, credit card, or notarized family support.
Documents
- Valid passportGood for at least 6 months
- Visa application formCompleted and signed
- Passport photoRecent, 4x4 cm
- Accommodation proofHotel reservation or contact in Uruguay
- Proof of fundsBank statements, salary documents, or credit card
- Travel ticketsOutbound and return tickets or reservations
- Letter of acceptanceFrom school with official ID number
- Medical certificateHealth exam results including TB test
- Travel health insuranceHighly recommended
- Apostilled documentsIf from outside Uruguay, documents need official legal certification
- Police clearance certificateIf required by your school
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.