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Uruguay travel restrictions

15.04.2022

COVID-19 Vacc. -238.23%

Open for citizens: lft Open for foreigners: need permit Open for tourism: no entry Quarantine: none

Airlines Updates	Published on 15.04.2022, : Latest News:
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Open for travel from Uruguay
Crossing Rules	Total entry ban Passengers are not allowed to enter. – This does not apply to passengers with passports stating Uruguay as place of birth and their children. — Passengers must have a medical certificate with a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) RT-PCR test result. The test must have been taken at most 72 hours before departure from the first embarkation point. – This does not apply to passengers younger than 6 years. – This does not apply to passengers with a letter issued by a consulate of Uruguay stating that the passenger is exempt from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test requirement before departure. The passenger is subject to a PCR test upon arrival. — Passengers and airline crew must have a health insurance. — A completed “Declaracion de Salud” must be presented to upon arrival. The form can be submitted online before departure at https://declaracion-viajero.coronavirus.gub.uy/controlfronterizoFront/servlet/com.controlfronterizofrontend.home or at the “Coronavirus UY” app. — A completed “Formulario de Frontera” must be presented to upon arrival. Forced isolation Passengers are subject to quarantine. Read more
Flight Restrictions	Published on 13.12.2021 1. Passengers are not allowed to enter. - This does not apply to: - nationals and residents of Uruguay; - passengers with passports stating Uruguay as place of birth and their children; - passengers with a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated at most 9 months and at least 14 days before arrival; - passengers with a positive COVID-19 antigen or PCR test result issued at most 90 days and at least 20 days before arrival; - passengers younger than 18 years. 2. Passengers are not allowed to transit. - This does not apply to: - nationals and residents of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay transiting through Montevideo (MVD) or Punta del Este (PDP); - passengers with a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated at most 9 months and at least 14 days before arrival; - passengers with a positive COVID-19 antigen or PCR test result issued at most 90 days and at least 20 days before arrival; - passengers younger than 18 years. 3. Passengers can only land at Montevideo (MVD) and Punta del Este (PDP). 4. Passengers must have a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated at most 9 months before departure from the first embarkation point. 5. Passengers must have a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test taken at most 72 hours before departure from the first embarkation point. - This does not apply to: - passengers younger than 6 years; - passengers with a positive COVID-19 antigen or PCR test result issued at most 90 days and at least 20 days before arrival; - passengers with a letter issued by a consulate of Uruguay stating that the passenger is exempt from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test requirement before departure. The passenger is subject to a PCR test upon arrival. 6. Airline crew without a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued at most 72 hours before departure are subject to self-isolation. 7. Passengers and airline crew must have health insurance. - This does not apply to nationals and residents of Uruguay. 8. Nationals and residents of Uruguay must complete a Traveler's Health Affidavit (Declaraci?n Jurada de Salud del Viajero) at most 48 hours before boarding at https://tinyurl.com/32jwxnpc . 9. Passengers must complete an Affidavit of Entry to Uruguay for Foreigners (Declaracion Jurada de Ingreso a Uruguay para Extranjeros) at most 48 hours before boarding at https://tinyurl.com/3w5cuzm2 . - This does not apply to nationals and residents of Uruguay. 10. Passengers could be subject to quarantine for up to 14 days. - This does not apply to: - passengers with a positive COVID-19 antigen or PCR test result issued at most 90 days and at least 20 days before arrival; - passengers with a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated at most 9 months and at least 14 days before arrival. 11. Passengers and airline crew are subject to medical screening. Published on 01.11.2021 1. Passengers are not allowed to enter. - This does not apply to: - nationals and residents of Uruguay; - passengers with passports stating Uruguay as place of birth and their children; - passengers with a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated at most 9 months and at least 14 days before arrival; - passengers with a positive COVID-19 antigen or PCR test result issued at most 90 days and at least 20 days before arrival; - passengers younger than 18 years. 2. Passengers are not allowed to transit. - This does not apply to nationals and residents of Argentina, Brazil and Paraguay transiting through Montevideo (MVD) or Punta del Este (PDP); - passengers with a COVID-19 vaccination certificate showing that they were fully vaccinated at most 9 months and at least 14 days before arrival; - passengers with a positive COVID-19 antigen or PCR test result issued at most 90 days and at least 20 days before arrival; - passengers younger than 18 years. 3. Passengers can only land at Montevideo (MVD) and Punta del Este (PDP). 4. Passengers must have a negative COVID-19 RT-PCR test taken at most 72 hours before departure from the first embarkation point. - This does not apply to: - passengers younger than 6 years; - passengers with a letter issued by a consulate of Uruguay stating that the passenger is exempt from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test requirement before departure. The passenger is subject to a PCR test upon arrival. 5. Airline crew without a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued at most 72 hours before departure are subject to self-isolation. 6. Passengers and airline crew must have health insurance. - This does not apply to nationals and residents of Uruguay. 7. Passengers and airline crew are subject to medical screening. 8. A completed "Declaracion de Salud" must be presented to upon arrival. The form can be found at https://tinyurl.com/4vkr57dp or at the "Coronavirus UY" app. 9. A completed "Formulario de Frontera" must be presented to upon arrival. published 26.09.2020 Total entry ban Passengers are not allowed to enter. — Passengers and airline crew must have a medical certificate with a negative Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test result issued at most 72 hours before departure. – This does not apply to passengers younger than 6 years. – This does not apply to passengers with a letter issued by a consulate of Uruguay stating that the passenger is exempt from the Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR test requirement before departure. The passenger is subject to a PCR test upon arrival.
Quarantine	Self-isolation at own accommodation. Do not need to self-isolate on arrival If you present coronavirus symptoms you have been asked to request home health care and not visit health centres and hospitals. Further information is also available from the Uruguayan Ministry of Health (in Spanish). If you contract coronavirus, you must self-isolate immediately and seek medical advice. Read more
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Certification	COVID-19 negative certification required for entering the country. No longer need to present a negative lateral flow or PCR test • Must present proof of COVID-19 vaccinations (14 days must have passed since the last dose was administered) . • Must fill out the health declaration form within 48 hours of travelling. Unvaccinated foreign nationals need to show proof of negative lateral flow or PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before boarding and adhere to the requirements stated above: proof of vaccinations, health cover in Uruguay and complete health declaration form online. Read more
Vaccination	COVID-19 Total Vaccination date: 2022-05-22 COVID-19 Total Vaccination: 8302563 COVID-19 Daily Vaccination: 5354 COVID-19 Vacc. (per 100 citizens, %): 238.23 COVID-19 Daily Vacc. (per 1 million citizens): 1536 Unvaccinated foreign nationals need to apply for an exemption to enter the country before travel, the website is only available in Spanish. Read more

Full Restrictions

Uruguay Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Uruguay: As of 1 November 2021 Uruguay opened its borders to foreign nationals who have been fully vaccinated no more than 9 months before entry.
Visitors aged 18 and over:
• Must present proof of COVID-19 vaccinations (14 days must have passed since the last dose was administered)
Must fill out the health declaration form within 48 hours of travelling
online or through the Coronavirus UY Android
or IOS app
• Must have medical cover in Uruguay or travel insurance. It is advisable that your insurance covers any expenses due to coronavirus related illness, quarantine or self-isolation for the duration of your stay
• Do not need to self-isolate on arrival
The following are exempt from all or part of the above:
• Visitors aged 6 or under do not require any of the above documents
• Visitors who have had coronavirus within the last 90 days (from date of last positive test) and not less than 10 days before date of boarding must upload proof of coronavirus illness to the online health declaration form and still need to adhere to the requirements stated above.
Unvaccinated foreign nationals: Unvaccinated foreign nationals need to show proof of negative lateral flow or PCR test taken no more than 72 hours before boarding and adhere to the requirements stated above: proof of vaccinations, health cover in Uruguay and complete health declaration form online.
If you present coronavirus symptoms you have been asked to request home health care and not visit health centres and hospitals. Further information is also available from the
Uruguayan Ministry of Health (in Spanish). If you contract coronavirus, you must self-isolate immediately and seek medical advice.
Legal residents of Uruguay who contract coronavirus abroad and are able to enter Uruguay by land in a private vehicle may do so and must provide positive lateral flow or PCR test, fulfil self-isolation requirements and complete the health declaration form.
Testing for coronavirus in Uruguay: If you require a PCR or lateral flow test in Uruguay, there are companies who offer home visits or drive-through tests and normally return the results between 24-72 hours. You will have to pay for the test if it has not been ordered by a health professional. The British government does not endorse or recommend any of these services.
• BIOFAST Análisis Clínicos (Montevideo)
• Clinica Preventiva (Montevideo)
• ATGen (Montevideo and Punta del Este)
• Genodiagnosis (Montevideo)
• Clinica San Fernando (Punta del Este)
• Más Salud (Montevideo and interior)
See more information about
self-isolation requirements if you have contracted coronavirus.
The Uruguayan Government strongly recommends you download the
Coronavirus App and activate blue tooth in order to be contacted using their track and trace approach.
Ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina: There is a limited ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina via
Buquebus. You will be required to comply with the exit requirements from Argentina and entry requirements to Uruguay.
If you need further information about entry requirements, contact the local immigration authorities or the nearest Uruguayan embassy. You should also check with your airline or travel company for the latest information.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Uruguay: Free movement in the whole country is allowed.
*If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.

15.04.2022

Uruguay Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Uruguay: As of 1 November 2021 Uruguay opened its borders to foreign nationals who have been fully vaccinated no more than 9 months before entry.
Visitors aged 18 and over:
• Must present a negative lateral flow test taken within 72 hours of travelling
• Must present proof of COVID-19 vaccinations (14 days must have passed since the last dose was administered)
Must fill out the health declaration form within 48 hours of travelling online or through the Coronavirus UY Android
orIOS app
• Must have medical cover in Uruguay or travel insurance. It is advisable that your insurance covers any expenses due to coronavirus related illness, quarantine or self-isolation for the duration of your stay
The following are exempt from all or part of the above:
• Visitors aged 6 or under do not require any of the above documents
• Visitors who have had coronavirus within the last 90 days (from date of last positive test) and not less than 20 days before date of boarding, do not have to take a test, but must upload proof of coronavirus illness to the online health declaration form
Unvaccinated foreign nationals: Unvaccinated foreign nationals need to apply for an exemption to enter the country before travel, the website is only available in Spanish.
Once in Uruguay, you need to self-isolate for 14 days. If you present coronavirus symptoms you have been asked to request home health care and not visit health centres and hospitals. Further information is also available from the Uruguayan Ministry of Health (in Spanish). If you contract coronavirus, you must self-isolate immediately and seek medical advice.
Testing for coronavirus in Uruguay: If you require a PCR or lateral flow test in Uruguay, there are companies who offer home visits or drive-through tests and normally return the results between 24-72 hours. You will have to pay for the test if it has not been ordered by a health professional.
• BIOFAST Análisis Clínicos (Montevideo)
• Clinica Preventiva (Montevideo)
• ATGen (Montevideo and Punta del Este)
• Genodiagnosis (Montevideo)
• Clinica San Fernando (Punta del Este)
• Más Salud (Montevideo and interior)
See more information about self-isolation requirements if you have contracted coronavirus.
The Uruguayan Government strongly recommends you download the Coronavirus App
and activate blue tooth in order to be contacted using their track and trace approach.
Ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina: There is a limited ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina via Buquebus. You will be required to comply with the exit requirements from Argentina and entry requirements to Uruguay.
If you need further information about entry requirements, contact the local immigration authorities or the nearest Uruguayan embassy. You should also check with your airline or travel company for the latest information.

15.03.2022

Uruguay Latest News:

International Restrictions:
Country opens borders to citizens, residents even if infected with COVID-19 (Reuters, 14.01.2022).
*Entry to Uruguay: As of 1 November 2021 Uruguay opened its borders to foreign nationals who have been fully vaccinated no more than 9 months before entry.
Visitors aged 18 and over:
• Must present a negative lateral flow test taken within 72 hours of travelling
• Must present proof of COVID-19 vaccinations (14 days must have passed since the last dose was administered)
Must fill out the health declaration form within 48 hours of travelling
online or through the Coronavirus UY Android or IOS app.
• Must have medical cover in Uruguay or travel insurance. It is advisable that your insurance covers any expenses due to coronavirus related illness, quarantine or self-isolation for the duration of your stay
The following are exempt from all or part of the above:
• Visitors aged 6 or under do not require any of the above documents
• Visitors who have had coronavirus within the last 90 days (from date of last positive test) and not less than 20 days before date of boarding, do not have to do a PCR test, but must upload proof of positive PCR or lateral flow test to the online health declaration form
Unvaccinated foreign nationals: Unvaccinated foreign nationals need to apply for an exemption to enter the country before travel, the website is only available in Spanish.
Once in Uruguay, you need to self-isolate for 14 days and take a PCR test on day 15 in order to be able to leave self-isolation.
If you present coronavirus symptoms you have been asked to request home health care and not visit health centres and hospitals. Further information is also available from the Uruguayan Ministry of Health (in Spanish). If you contract or come into contact with a person in Uruguay who tests positive for coronavirus, you must self-isolate immediately and seek medical advice.
*Testing for coronavirus in Uruguay: If you require a PCR or lateral flow test in Uruguay, there are companies who offer home visits or drive-through tests and normally return the results between 24-72 hours. You will have to pay for the test if it has not been ordered by a health professional.
• BIOFAST Análisis Clínicos (Montevideo)
• Clinica Preventiva (Montevideo)
• ATGen (Montevideo and Punta del Este)
• Genodiagnosis (Montevideo)
• Clinica San Fernando (Punta del Este)
• Más Salud (Montevideo and interior)
See more information about self-isolation requirements if you have contracted coronavirus or been in contact with someone who has coronavirus.

The Uruguayan Government strongly recommends you download the
Coronavirus App and activate blue tooth in order to be contacted using their track and trace approach.
Ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina: There is a limited ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina via Buquebus. You will be required to comply with the exit requirements from Argentina and entry requirements to Uruguay.

If you need further information about entry requirements, contact the local immigration authorities or the nearest Uruguayan embassy. You should also check with your airline or travel company for the latest information.

08.03.2022

Uruguay Latest News:

International Restrictions:
Country opens borders to citizens, residents even if infected with COVID-19 (Reuters, 14.01.2022).
*Entry to Uruguay: As of 1 November 2021 Uruguay opened its borders to foreign nationals who have been fully vaccinated no more than 9 months before entry.
Visitors aged 18 and over:
• Must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of travelling
• Must present proof of COVID-19 vaccinations (14 days must have passed since the last dose was administered)
Must fill out the health declaration form within 48 hours of travelling online or through the Coronavirus UY Android
or IOS app
• Must have medical cover in Uruguay or travel insurance. It is advisable that your insurance covers any expenses due to coronavirus related illness, quarantine or self-isolation for the duration of your stay
The following are exempt from all or part of the above:
• Visitors aged 6 or under do not require any of the above documents
• Visitors who have had coronavirus within the last 90 days (from date of last positive test) and not less than 20 days before date of boarding, do not have to do a PCR test, but must upload proof of positive PCR or antigen test to the online health declaration form
*Unvaccinated foreign nationals: Unvaccinated foreign nationals need to apply for an exemption to enter the country before travel, the website is only available in Spanish.
Once in Uruguay, you need to self-isolate for 14 days and take a PCR test on day 15 in order to be able to leave self-isolation.
If you present coronavirus symptoms you have been asked to request home health care and not visit health centres and hospitals. Further information is also available from the Uruguayan Ministry of Health (in Spanish). If you contract or come into contact with a person in Uruguay who tests positive for coronavirus, you must self-isolate immediately and seek medical advice.
*Testing for coronavirus in Uruguay: If you require a PCR or antigen test in Uruguay, there are companies who offer home visits or drive-through tests and normally return the results between 24-72 hours. You will have to pay for the test if it has not been ordered by a health professional.
• BIOFAST Análisis Clínicos (Montevideo)
• Clinica Preventiva (Montevideo)
• ATGen (Montevideo and Punta del Este)
• Genodiagnosis (Montevideo)
• Clinica San Fernando (Punta del Este)
• Más Salud (Montevideo and interior)
See more information about self-isolation requirements if you have contracted coronavirus or been in contact with someone who has coronavirus.
you should arrange to take a private test.
The Uruguayan Government strongly recommends you download the Coronavirus App
and activate blue tooth in order to be contacted using their track and trace approach.
Ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina
There is a limited ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina via Buquebus. You will be required to comply with the exit requirements from Argentina and entry requirements to Uruguay.
If you need further information about entry requirements, contact the local immigration authorities or the nearest Uruguayan embassy. You shoud also check with your airline or travel company for the latest information.

Internal Restrictions:
*Travel in Uruguay: The population has been asked to maintain social distancing, including through working remotely, avoiding public transport and large gatherings, and staying at home as much as possible. Police officers will be urging people to avoid crowds.
*Public places and services: Mandatory measures have been summarized below:
• teleworking for public offices
• closing of bars and restaurants from midnight with financial penalties for failure to comply
• strict compliance with current transport measures
• strict control of parties authorised by current protocol
*Recommended measures:
• voluntary homeworking is encouraged for private companies throughout the country
• only small social gatherings, with social distancing measures, facemasks and good ventilation, lasting no more than 2 hours
• avoid crowding in public spaces
• in case of suspected COVID-19 contact, voluntary quarantine and contact your GP
• gyms, sport clubs and amateur sports activities are open but with limited number of members
See full details on new measurements in Spanish.
* If you test positive for COVID-19, you may need to stay where you are until you test negative. You may also need to seek treatment there.

20.01.2022

Uruguay Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Uruguay: As of 1 November 2021 Uruguay opened its borders to foreign nationals who have been fully vaccinated no more than 9 months before entry. Unvaccinated foreign nationals are not currently permitted to travel to the country.
Visitors aged 18 and over:
• Must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of travelling
• Must present proof of COVID-19 vaccinations (15 days must have passed since the last dose was administered)
• Must fill out the health declaration form within 48 hours of travelling online or through the Coronavirus
UY Android or IOS app
• Must have medical cover in Uruguay or travel insurance. It is advisable that your insurance covers any expenses due to coronavirus related illness, quarantine or self-isolation for the duration of your stay.
The following are exempt from all or part of the above:
• Visitors aged 6 or under do not require any of the above documents.
• Visitors aged 6-18 require all of the above documents excluding the vaccination certificate.
• Visitors who have had coronavirus within the last 90 days (from date of last positive test) and not less than 20 days before date of boarding, do not have to do a PCR test, but must upload proof of positive PCR or antigen test to the online health declaration form.
If you present coronavirus symptoms you have been asked to request home health care and not visit health centres and hospitals. Further information is also available from the Uruguayan Ministry of Health (in Spanish). If you contract or come into contact with a person in Uruguay who tests positive for coronavirus, you must self-isolate immediately and seek medical advice.
See more information about self-isolation requirements if you have contracted coronavirus or been in contact with someone who has coronavirus.
If you require a PCR or antigen test in Uruguay, there are companies who offer home visits or drive-through tests and normally return the results between 24-72 hours. You will have to pay for the test if it has not been ordered by a health professional. The British government does not endorse or recommend any of these services.
• BIOFAST Análisis Clínicos (Montevideo)
• Clinica Preventiva (Montevideo)
• ATGen (Montevideo and Punta del Este)
• Genodiagnosis (Montevideo)
• Clinica San Fernando (Punta del Este)
• Más Salud (Montevideo and interior)
you should arrange to take a private test.
The Uruguayan Government strongly recommends you download the Coronavirus App and activate blue tooth in order to be contacted using their track and trace approach.
*Ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina: There is a limited ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina via Buquebus. You will be required to comply with the exit requirements from Argentina and entry requirements to Uruguay.
If you need further information about entry requirements, contact the local immigration authorities or the nearest Uruguayan embassy. You should also check with your airline or travel company for the latest information.

10.01.2022

Uruguay Latest News:

International Restrictions:
*Entry to Uruguay: As of 1 November 2021 Uruguay will open its borders to foreign nationals who have been fully vaccinated no more than 9 months before entry. Unvaccinated foreign nationals are not currently permitted to travel to the country.
Visitors aged 18 and over:
• Must present a negative COVID-19 PCR test taken within 72 hours of travelling
• Must present proof of COVID-19 vaccinations (15 days must have passed since the last dose was administered).
• Must fill out the health declaration form within 48 hours of travelling online or through the Coronavirus UY Android or IOS app.
• Must have medical cover in Uruguay or travel insurance. It is advisable that your insurance covers any expenses due to coronavirus related illness, quarantine or self-isolation for the duration of your stay.
• Should take a COVID-19 PCR test (at your own expense) on day 7 from when you took the pre-flight test during which time you do not need to self-isolate. If you choose not to take the PCR test on day 7 you are required to self-isolate for 14 days immediately upon arrival.
The following are exempt from all or part of the above:
• Visitors aged 6 or under do not require any of the above documents.
• Visitors aged 6-18 require all of the above documents excluding the vaccination certificate.
• Visitors who have had coronavirus within the last 90 days (from date of last positive test) and not less than 20 days before date of boarding, do not have to do a PCR test, but must upload proof of positive PCR or antigen test to the online health declaration form.
If you present coronavirus symptoms you have been asked to request home health care and not visit health centres and hospitals. Further information is also available from the Uruguayan Ministry of Health (in Spanish). If you contract or come into contact with a person in Uruguay who tests positive for coronavirus, you must self-isolate immediately and seek medical advice.
If you require a PCR or antigen test in Uruguay, there are companies who offer home visits or drive-through tests and normally return the results between 24-72 hours. You will have to pay for the test if it has not been ordered by a health professional.
• BIOFAST Análisis Clínicos
• Clinica Preventiva
• ATGen
• Genodiagnosis
The following laboratories where you can order home tests:
• CityDoc
• Blue Horizon Blood Tests
• The Independent General Practice
you should arrange to take a private test.
The Uruguayan Government strongly recommends you download the Coronavirus App and activate blue tooth in order to be contacted using their track and trace approach.
*Ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina: There is a limited ferry service between Uruguay and Argentina via Buquebus. You will be required to comply with the exit requirements from Argentina and entry requirements to Uruguay.
If you need further information about entry requirements, contact the local immigration authorities or the nearest Uruguayan embassy. You should also check with your airline or travel company for the latest information.

05.11.2021

Uruguay Latest News: Government reopens borders to vaccinated foreign nationals; negative COVID-19 test required (News.cn, 02.11.2021)

05.11.2020

Uruguay Latest News: Uruguay government will reopen borders for tourism to European Union nationals. (Airline Geeks, 21.08.2020)

International Restrictions:
Some international flights are operating. All non-resident foreigners entering Uruguay must have proof of health insurance that covers suspected or actual coronavirus. Upon arrival, passengers will need to either present a negative coronavirus test taken maximum 72 hours before travelling. You will not be allowed to board if you do not have this. Upon arrival you are legally obliged to go to a declared address to carry out a 7-day mandatory quarantine. On day 7 of the quarantine you will be required to have a second swab taken and wait for a negative result before being allowed to finish your quarantine period. Alternatively, you can quarantine for 14 days without having to take the second test.
For full details (in Spanish) see Ord 649/2020 condiciones de ingreso al país . There is a
weekly ferry service on Fridays between Uruguay and Argentina via Buquebus. All travellers are required to comply with the entry requirements

Internal Restrictions:
The population has been asked to maintain social distancing, including through working remotely, avoiding public transport and large gatherings, and staying at home as much as possible. Police officers will be urging people to avoid crowds. There are a number of other measures in place, including:
the suspension of all public shows and equestrian events; the closure of public buildings such as museums and libraries; gradual reopening of public and private education centres; the introduction of maximum pricing for indispensable hygiene products and the removal of taxes from multiple products.

17.09.2020

Uruguay Uruguay Reopens Borders with the European Union
Uruguay’s Minister of Tourism, Germán Cardoso, announced on Tuesday that Uruguay will reopen borders for tourism to European Union citizens. This decision was made after the resumption operations between Madrid and Montevideo in July have worked positively.

According to Hosteltur, Uruguay’s borders were opened to its citizens residing abroad, foreigners with residence or anyone who demonstrate economic interests in the country, excepting for tourist purposes.

The announcement is in line with the government’s stance to reopen borders with the policy “healthy point to healthy point.” The minister said at a press conference that opening routes with any country in the region is not being analyzed at this time.

In a recent declaration to Portal de América, Germán Cardoso indicated that there were only 4 passengers that tested positive to COVID-19 and detected on time from 2880 passengers that have arrived to Carrasco International Airport in Montevideo since July.

“With the same requirements when the country’s doors were opened for Iberia and Air Europa flights to transport Uruguayan citizens, legal residents, and foreigners in exceptional cases, tourists arriving from the European Union will be allowed to entry Uruguay”, stated the Minister.

Within the framework of its Smart Health Travel project, Carrasco International Airport had strict health security measures and protocols with the advice of a multidisciplinary team of experts. The airport followed the guidelines of international organizations such as IATA, ICAO and WHO, and in permanent coordination with the Ministry of Public Health, both for the definition of the most effective measures and protocols and for their correct application. Additional measures established by the authorities to control migration into Uruguay were added to the mentioned procedures.

Within the requirements for entering Uruguay, passengers are required to submit a negative result to the COVID-19 test (PCR-RT) carried out up to 72 hours before entering the country. If the passenger does not present the negative result of the test or it is invalid, the test is performed upon arrival. After arrival, tourists will remain in quarantine for seven days, on the seventh day, another test (PCR) must be carried out, otherwise, they will remain in quarantine for 14 days since landing.

It is important to mention that last July 1, the European Union reopened borders, announcing that Uruguay was, and still, is the only country in Latin America whose citizens and residents have access to the countries of the Union.

21.08.2020

Uruguay *****

International restrictions:

Some international flights are operating.
All non-resident foreigners entering Uruguay must have proof of health insurance that covers suspected or actual coronavirus. Upon arrival, passengers will need to either present a negative coronavirus test taken maximum 72 hours before travelling or a swab will be taken on arrival. You will have to wait for a negative test result before being able to leave the port/airport and go to a declared address to carry out a 7-day mandatory quarantine. You will then be required to have a second swab taken and wait for results before being allowed to finish your quarantine period. For full details (in Spanish) see Ord 649/2020 condiciones de ingreso al país [https://www.gub.uy/ministerio-salud-publica/institucional/normativa/ordenanza-649020-condiciones-ingreso-pais]. There is a weekly ferry service on Fridays between Uruguay and Argentina via Buquebus [https://www.buquebus.com/informacion/comunicado-importante]. All travellers are required to comply with the entry requirements

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Internal restrictions:

The population has been asked to maintain social distancing, including through working remotely, avoiding public transport and large gatherings, and staying at home as much as possible. Police officers will be urging people to avoid crowds. There are a number of other measures in place, including:
the suspension of all public shows and equestrian events; the closure of public buildings such as museums and libraries; gradual reopening of public and private education centres; the introduction of maximum pricing for indispensable hygiene products and the removal of taxes from multiple products.

08.07.2020

Uruguay 1. Flights to Uruguay are suspended.
– This does not apply to humanitarian and repatriation flights.

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International restrictions:

Uruguay has closed all its borders. All inbound and outbound commercial flights are suspended. Air, land and sea borders with Argentina and Brazil have been closed to foreign nationals until further notice. Passengers arriving from China, France, Germany, Iran, Italy, Japan, Singapore, South Korea or Spain and will be subject to a 14-day quarantine. Citizens and residents may only enter through Artigas, Bella Union, Salto, Paysandu, Fray Bentos, Mercedes, Colonia, Carmelo, Nueva Palmira, Duranzo, Melilla, Maldonado, Piriapolis, Chuy, Rio Branco, Melo-Acegua, Rivera, Puerto de Montevideo, Puerto la Paloma, Control Unico.

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Outbound restrictions:

Uruguayan nationals and visitors are prohibited from leaving the country for tourism.

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Internal restrictions:

The government recommends self quarantine if possible. Those age 65 and older must observe mandatory self-quarantine. The use of masks is mandatory in supermarkets and warehouses. The government called for the restriction of social gatherings and large crowds.

23.06.2020

Uruguay 1. Flights to Uruguay are suspended.
– This does not apply to humanitarian flights.
– This does not apply to repatriation flights with an authorization issued within 72h before departure requested via email dtacuru@dinacia.gub.uy .
2. Passengers and airline crew will be placed in quarantine for 14 days.

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International restrictions:

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Outbound restrictions:

Uruguayan nationals and visitors are prohibited from leaving the country for tourism.

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Internal restrictions:

03.06.2020

International restrictions:

Outbound restrictions:

Uruguayan nationals and visitors are prohibited from leaving the country for tourism.

Internal restrictions:

27.05.2020

Uruguay

International restrictions:

Outbound restrictions:

Uruguayan nationals and visitors are prohibited from leaving the country for tourism.

Internal restrictions:

16.05.2020

Uruguay 1. Flights to Uruguay are suspended until 15 May 2020.
– This does not apply to humanitarian flights.

Air, land and sea borders with Argentina and Brazil have been closed to foreign nationals until further notice.
Passengers arriving from China, France, Germany, Iran, Italy, Japan, Singapore, South Korea or Spain and will be subject to a 14-day quarantine.
As of 16 March, the border with Brazil and Argentina is closed. Citizens and residents may only enter through Artigas, Bella Union, Salto, Paysandu, Fray Bentos, Mercedes, Colonia, Carmelo, Nueva Palmira, Duranzo, Melilla, Maldonado, Piriapolis, Chuy, Rio Branco, Melo-Acegua, Rivera, Puerto de Montevideo, Puerto la Paloma, Control Unico. Carrasco International Airport is EXCLUDED until 20 March 00:00 hours.

10.05.2020

Source	OSAC Travel Advisories/ Foreign travel advice, Gov.UK/ US State Dept. COVID-19 Country Specific Information/ Ministry of Health/
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