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Uruguay Visa for Canada Citizens 2026

Visa Free

Canadian citizens can enter Uruguay visa-free for tourism or business for up to 90 days with a valid passport.

Guide last updated September 30, 2026. Always verify with official sources before travel.

What you need

  • Passport valid for the duration of the stay; airlines often still ask for at least 6 months' validity beyond travel dates
  • No visa application form needed for stays under 90 days
  • Proof of onward or return travel may be requested at the airport
  • No fixed minimum funds requirement, though officers can ask for proof of means to cover the trip
  • No photo or biometric enrollment required on arrival
  • Travel health insurance is recommended given the cost of private medical care in Uruguay

Visa types

  • No visa is issued for short tourist or business stays — entry is granted visa-free
  • Authorized stay: up to 90 days per entry, with single or multiple entries within that period
  • Longer stays (work, study, residency) require applying for the appropriate residency or work permit through the National Immigration Directorate before or after arrival

Entry conditions

  • Present a valid passport to Uruguayan immigration on arrival; a 90-day entry stamp is issued
  • Visitors cannot take up paid local employment under this entry
  • A one-time 90-day extension can be requested at the Dirección Nacional de Migración in Montevideo before the initial period expires
  • No exit tax currently applies to air travelers departing Uruguay

Fees & processing time

  • No visa fee for stays under 90 days
  • Extension fee at the immigration office is a modest administrative charge (typically under USD 20), paid in Uruguayan pesos
  • Processing at the border is immediate; extension requests are usually handled the same day

Tips for Canada travelers

  • Note the entry stamp date and the 90-day deadline, since overstays are fined per day at departure
  • Carry proof of return travel and accommodation in case of secondary questioning at Carrasco International Airport
  • Apply for an extension in person in Montevideo well before day 90 if a longer stay is needed
  • Uruguay has no separate transit visa requirement for Canadians connecting through Montevideo
  • Register with Global Affairs Canada's travel registration service for longer stays

Official links & resources

Always confirm requirements with government or embassy sources before applying.

This guide is for information only. Visa policies change without notice. Travel Visa Stack is not an immigration authority. Always verify with official government or embassy sources before making travel plans.