Embassy of Uruguay in Germany

Who can apply?

• People born in Uruguay
• People born abroad to a mother/father born in Uruguay (Law 16.021)
• People born abroad to a grandmother/grandfather born in Uruguay (Law 19.362)
• Legal citizens

First-time identity cards can only be issued at the National Civil Identification Directorate in Uruguay.

Requirements

For adults

• Previous Uruguayan identity card that has expired or is damaged.
• In the event of loss or theft, a police report filed with the Berlin police, which must include the identity card number.

For minors

• Previous Uruguayan identity card that has expired or is damaged.
• In case of loss or theft, a police report filed with the Berlin police, which must include the identity card number.
• Valid Uruguayan birth certificate (issued less than 30 days ago). The birth certificate can be requested through the Consulate.
• Valid identity document of the responsible adult. Minors must be accompanied by one of their parents, who must authorise the procedure in person.

For legal citizens

• Previous Uruguayan identity card that has expired or is damaged
• In case of loss or theft, a police report filed with the Berlin police, which must include the identity card number.
• Citizenship certificate
• Civic credential (if three years have passed since citizenship was granted)
• Sworn statement that you do not hold a third citizenship. This is done at the Consulate and costs approximately 45 euros (the amount may vary depending on the current exchange rate). 

How to apply?

Send your application, attaching the required documents, to the following email address: urualemania@mrree.gub.uy

Once the documentation has been verified, you will be given an appointment to appear in person at the Consulate on the date and time indicated.

On the day of the appointment, you must present the original documentation, otherwise the process cannot be completed.

Cost

15 euros (the amount may vary depending on the current exchange rate). 

Payment will be made by bank transfer. The payment details will be provided after you have sent all the documentation by email.

Processing times

From the date of your appointment, the estimated delivery time is 4 to 6 weeks, as the ID card is printed by the National Civil Identification Directorate in Uruguay and then sent to the Consulate.

The ID card renewal process begins and ends at the same Consular Office. It is not possible to collect the ID card at another Consulate or in Uruguay.