Moving to Uruguay, made simple.
We handle the hard parts of settling in — residency paperwork, finding a home, rental guarantees, and opening a local bank account — so you can focus on starting your new life.
Free 30-minute call · No obligation · English-speaking team
Everything you need to settle in
Four services that cover the essentials of building a life in Uruguay — handled by people who've done it before.
Residency
We guide you through Uruguayan residency step by step — gathering documents, apostilles, and translations, and dealing with immigration so you don't have to.
Housing & Rentals
From neighborhood advice to viewings and lease negotiation, we help you find a home that fits — and make sure the contract is fair before you sign.
Rental Guarantees
No local guarantor? No problem. We arrange the rental guarantee landlords in Uruguay require, so you can rent without a Uruguayan co-signer.
Banking
We help you open a Uruguayan bank account and get set up with local payments, so your salary, rent, and everyday life just work from day one.
How it works
Getting started is easy. Three simple steps stand between you and your new life in Uruguay.
Book a free call
Tell us where you're coming from and what you need. In 30 minutes we'll map out your situation and answer your questions — no cost, no pressure.
We build your plan
You get a clear, personalized roadmap: which residency path fits you, what documents you need, timelines, and costs — all laid out in plain language.
We handle the paperwork
We take care of the forms, appointments, translations, and follow-ups — keeping you updated at every step until you're fully settled in.
Doing it alone vs. doing it with us
Pick what you need help with and see the typical time each path takes.
What do you need help with?
You save around 22 weeks · ≈ 58% faster
Estimated average timelines — your situation may vary. The real win is skipping the wrong turns and the rework.
Our promise
The Perfect Papers Guarantee
We review your documents in your home country before you submit them. If we've reviewed them and they're still rejected in Uruguay, you get your money back. Simple as that.
Book a free callApplies to the documents we review. We'll walk you through exactly what that covers on your free call.
Why Uruguay?
A small country with an outsized quality of life. Here's why so many expats choose living in Uruguay and make it their home.
Safe & stable
One of the safest countries in Latin America, with a long tradition of political and economic stability.
High quality of life
Clean beaches, walkable cities, great food, and a relaxed pace of life on the Atlantic coast.
Accessible residency
Uruguay welcomes newcomers with one of the most straightforward residency processes in the region.
Strong institutions
Reliable rule of law, solid banks, and transparent government make it easy to plan for the long term.
Quality healthcare
A well-regarded public and private healthcare system that residents can access affordably.
A clear path to citizenship
Residents can work toward citizenship, opening the door to a second passport over time.
A glimpse of your new home
Historic plazas, seaside ramblas, buzzing markets, and traditions like mate and candombe — this is everyday life in Uruguay.
Loved by newcomers
Real people who made the move — and let us take the stress off their shoulders.
“I was overwhelmed by the paperwork before I found Uruwhy. They handled my residency and even sorted the rental guarantee I couldn't get on my own. I felt looked after the whole way.”
“Opening a bank account as a newcomer seemed impossible until Uruwhy walked me through it. Within weeks I had an apartment and an account. Honestly a soft landing, just like they promise.”
“The team explained everything in clear English and never made me feel like a burden. Moving countries is stressful — they made Uruguay feel like home from day one.”
“As a remote worker I needed everything done fast and correctly. Uruwhy got my residency moving and found me a great apartment in Pocitos. Worth every penny.”
“We moved as a family of four and were nervous about schools, banking, and visas all at once. Uruwhy coordinated it all and kept us calm. I recommend them to everyone thinking of Uruguay.”
“I don't speak much Spanish and was worried I'd get lost in the bureaucracy. My Uruwhy contact was there for every appointment. It genuinely felt like having a friend in Uruguay.”
Frequently asked questions
The things foreigners ask us most. Still unsure? Just book a call.
Ready for your soft landing?
Tell us a little about your move and we'll get back to you within one business day to set up your free call.