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Documents required for Uruguay Visa
- Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and minimum 3 blank pages + all old passports if any
- 2 Scanned recent colour photograph.
- 1 Online Visa Application forms: completed and signed
- Personal Covering letter: explaining purpose of travel to the country
- Original Bank Statement: stamped & updated for last 3 months with bank seal
- Air tickets: proof of return flight tickets from and back to your home country
- Income Tax Returns/Form 16: for last 3 years
- Hotel reservation: proof of accommodation for your entire stay
- Travel Itinerary: day-wise plan outlining all elements of the trip
- Medical certificate
Supporting documents as per your occupation, type of visit
1. If Employed
- Leave Sanctioned Certificate: with company seal providing approval for leave
- Salary Slips: of last 3 months
2.If Self Employed
- Business Proof: Registration License/MOA/Partnership deed
- Company Bank Statement: stamped & updated for last 6 months with bank seal
- Company’s Income Tax Returns: of last 3 years
3. If Retired
- Retirement Proof: pension book, statement etc
4. If Student
- ID Card: from school, college or institute
5. If Minor
- Birth Certificate showing the names of both parents
- Legalized Letter of Consent (NOC)
- If the child is travelling with one parent, the letter of consent authorizing travel must be legalized by the other parent
- If the child is travelling alone or without either parent, a notarized letter of consent from both parents permitting travel
- Death Certificate: in case one or both parents are deceased
- ID Proof: of parents
6. If Visiting friend or relative
- Invitation letter: stating the relationship with the inviter and purpose of visiting the country & assuring the responsibility for housing and related expenses during the guest’s stay in Algeria
- ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit
- Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill
7. If Sponsored
- Sponsorship Letter: providing the name of the visitors, what the purpose of the visit is, relationship with the visitors, length of stay, dates of travel & any other additional information if necessary
- ID Proof of Inviter: Passport or Resident Permit
- Address Proof of Inviter: Utility bill
- Proof of Financial Support: updated bank statement, pay slips
8. For Business Visa
Introduction/ recommendation letter from:
- One of the Chambers of Commerce and Industries, government of India;
- Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India;
- Export Promotion Council of India; or Reference number from Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Afghanistan.
Registration certificate of the company from the Ministry of Commerce and Industry of India
- Income tax documents of the last three years;
- Letter from the company addressed to the embassy, introducing the business man for visa issuance;
- Invitation letter from the local partner or prospect local partner company in Afghanistan;
- Copy of the license (JAWAZ) of the local partner or prospect local partner company in Afghanistan.
*Note: The Embassy/Consul General has the right to ask for additional information or documents and request a personal interview with the applicant.
Frequently Asked Question
Yes, all Indian passport holders require a visit to visit Uruguay. Visas to enter Uruguay may be obtained from the Uruguay Embassy in India. The type of visa to enter Uruguay will depend on several factors such as nationality, purpose of your planned visit and duration. All Indian visitors entering into Uruguay must have a valid visa and passport or travel document, as well as onward tickets and sufficient funds to support themselves while in the country.
Applicants are encouraged to apply three (3) weeks to (1) one month in advance of travel.In most cases, you’ll be informed within 5 calendar days whether your application has been successful.
The validity of the visa is 90 days with multiple entry.
One must carefully note what kind of entry is permitted. If the visa reads a single entry, its holder can only enter and leave Uruguay once whereas, with multiple entries, he/she can enter or leave the country multiple times.
Tourist visas are for visitors who wish to enter the country on a temporary basis with a motive of pleasure or leisure may apply for a Uruguay Tourist visa. Business visas can be requested by visitors who wish to enter the country to perform business activities, for investment or commercial exchange with Uruguayan companies which are based in the Republic or Public organizations.
Yes, the Embassy will stamp the visa in the original passport. Therefore, two blank pages are required in the passport. Your passport should also be valid for minimum six months beyond the intended stay.
Visa application is normally processed within 5 working days.
The visa will be stamped on your passport.
To enable the authorities to process your application, you must clearly state:
- Why you are visiting Uruguay
- How long you intend to stay in Uruguay
- How you will support yourself during your time in Uruguay
- The purpose of your visit to Uruguay
- Type of passport you hold and for how long it is valid
- Where you intend to travel following your visit to Uruguay
- If you have a permit to the country you intend to travel to after your stay in Uruguay
The Embassy has the final call when it comes to a Uruguay visa rejection. If your application is rejected or is granted for a shorter period, the authorities’ decision is final and no refund will be issued.
You cannot take up any kind of paid employment in the country on a Uruguay tourist visa.
Applicants are strongly advised to purchase Travel Insurance to secure their trip in the occurrence of unexpected events such as medical emergencies, flight cancellations, baggage delay, or loss, etc.
Important Notice:
The information provided here is subject to change without prior notice. For confirmation on visa requirements and fees, you may consult with the Uruguay Embassy or Consulate near you.