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🧉 Uruguay

Entry rules, top cities, culture notes and emergency numbers.

🏙️ Top cities and places ↓

Entry

Most sources say Indonesian citizens need a visa for Uruguay, applied for at a Uruguayan embassy or consulate before you travel (allow several weeks), while one site claims visa-free entry for up to 90 days. Confirm the current rule with the Uruguayan foreign ministry or an embassy before you book. Bring a passport valid for 6 months, a return ticket, hotel details and proof of funds.

Top cities and places to visit

Where most visitors go, and the places travellers find most attractive - based on tourism rankings and official tourism sites (checked October 2026).

1MontevideoMost visited

The relaxed capital with a long riverside promenade, an old town, steakhouses at Mercado del Puerto and tango.

2Punta del EsteMost visited · Attractive

A glamorous beach resort known for its giant hand sculpture, summer nightlife and nearby Casapueblo.

3Colonia del SacramentoMost visited · Attractive

A UNESCO colonial town of cobbled streets and a lighthouse, a short ferry ride from Buenos Aires.

4Salto (Thermal Springs)Most visited

The heart of the western hot-spring region, with thermal pools and water parks popular with families.

5Cabo PolonioAttractive

A rustic coastal village among sand dunes, with no regular roads, a lighthouse and a sea lion colony.

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Culture and practical - take note

Uruguayans are calm, polite and fond of 'mate' - you will see people walking with a thermos and a gourd. Greet with a single cheek kiss. Spanish is spoken. Barbecue (asado) is a social event and dinner starts late. The beach season is December to March, and Punta del Este is very busy then. Montevideo is generally safe, but keep valuables hidden and watch for pickpockets. Tip about 10%. Cannabis is legal only for residents, not tourists. Halal food is limited.

Emergency

911 for all emergencies.

Rules, fees and websites change often. We check these pages regularly (last check: 10 October 2026) but always confirm on the official site before you travel. Satu Koneksi Hotel is not responsible for third-party websites.

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