Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores

Visa for participating in national or international congresses, conventions, and seminars

Who can apply for this visa?

  • Foreigners who require a visa to enter Uruguay.

Check beforehand if you require a visa to enter Uruguay on the Ministry of the Interior's website.

German nationals do not need a visa to enter Uruguay and can stay in the country for 90 days (extendable for another 90 days). For longer stays, including temporary or permanent residency, they must change their immigration status once in Uruguay at the National Directorate of Migration, the competent authority in this matter.

Requirements

This type of visa is available to individuals who, due to their nationality, require a visa and who can provide proof of an invitation from organizers of national or international events of public interest taking place in Uruguay.

To start the application process, you will need to submit the following documents:

  • Passport in good condition, valid for at least six months and with at least two blank pages.
  • Residence permit in Germany.
  • German Criminal Record Certificate (Führungszeugnis mit Apostille) valid for a maximum of 90 days, duly apostilled by the German Federal Foreign Office.
  • Biometric passport-size photograph.
  • Round-trip travel itinerary.
  • Hotel reservation or other proof of accommodation.
  • Letter of invitation from the event organizer. In the case of private institutions or organizations, the letter must include a description of the institution and the event, as well as the institution's registration or authorization number with the Ministry of Education and Culture. It must also include the contact information for the head of the institution or organization.
  • Document proving the public interest nature of the event.
  • Visa application form (downloadable at the bottom of the page).

Important:

  • The Consulate may request additional documentation when necessary.
  • It is suggested to start the visa application at least one month before your travel date.
  • The fee is non-refundable in the event of an unfavourable Outcome.

How to apply?

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

After verifying the documentation, an appointment will be scheduled for you to appear at the Consulate on the indicated date and time. 

On the day of your appointment, you must present the originals of all the documents listed in the requirements.

Cost

To begin the visa application process with the relevant authorities in Uruguay, you must first pay €45 (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 submit all the documentation by email.

The fee is non-refundable in the event of an unfavourable outcome.

Where is the service provided?

Budapester Str. 39, 3 O.G., 10787 Berlín
  • Service hours: Lunes a jueves de 09:30 a 16:00 horas; viernes de 09:30 a 14:00 horas
  • Email: urualemania@mrree.gub.uy

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