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Uruguay Tourist Visa Requirements for UAE Residents

Planning a visit to Uruguay? To ensure a smooth application process for your Uruguay tourist visa, you need to prepare and submit the following documents:

Required Documents for a Uruguay Tourist Visa

  1. Visa Application Form

    • Requirement: Complete the attached visa application form accurately.
  2. Passport Color Copy

    • Requirement: Provide a clear color copy of your passport. Ensure it is valid for at least six months from the date of entry into Uruguay.
  3. Residence Visa Color Copy

    • Requirement: Submit a color copy of your UAE residence visa, valid for at least six months from the date of application.
  4. Passport-Sized Photograph

    • Requirement: One recent passport-sized photograph in JPG format.
  5. Stamped Bank Statement

    • Requirement: Recent bank statement (last 3 months) showing salary transfers. This should be a personal account only and stamped by the bank.
  6. Employee Letter

    • Requirement: A letter from your employer detailing your employment status and leave approval.
  7. Flight Reservation

    • Requirement: Proof of flight reservation to and from Uruguay.
  8. Hotel Reservation

    • Requirement: Proof of accommodation in Uruguay. This can be a hotel booking or details of your stay with a family or friend.
  9. Criminal Clearance Certificate

    • Requirement: A certificate of good conduct, in English and legalized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) UAE.

Additional Documents Depending on the Purpose of Visit

  • For Tourism:

    • Requirement: Hotel reservation or contact details of a family/friend in Uruguay.
  • For Business:

    • Requirement: Invitation letter from a company in Uruguay.
  • For Study:

    • Requirement: Letter of acceptance from a university or institute in Uruguay.
  • For Conferences:

    • Requirement: Invitation letter from the conference organizers in Uruguay addressed to you.

Application Process

  1. Prepare Documents: Ensure all required documents are gathered and meet the specified criteria.
  2. Submit Application: Submit your completed application and documents to the Uruguayan Embassy or Consulate in the UAE, or through an authorized visa application center.
  3. Pay Fees: Pay the visa processing fee as required.
  4. Attend Appointment: If necessary, attend an appointment at the visa application center for biometric information collection (fingerprints and photo).

Processing Time

  • Standard Processing Time: Approximately 15 working days. Apply well in advance of your travel date to avoid any delays.

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