last edited Dec 11, 2019
Other practical information for Uruguay
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Baggage and equipment to bring
During the southern summer, pack light clothing plus a sweater for evenings or air conditioning. The rest of the year, mid-season or slightly warmer clothes will suffice, including on the coast where temperatures are lower than inland, especially at night. Don’t forget sun protection, mosquito repellent in some areas, and rain gear—rain falls a few days each month year-round.
Communications
Telephone
International dialing code: (00 +) 598.
Internet
Post
Time difference
Local time: .
Uruguay is on GMT-3, with daylight saving time. This means a -3 hour difference from mid-November to mid-March and -5 hours from late March to early October compared to metropolitan France. There are also a few days between these periods when the difference is -4 hours due to differing daylight saving transition dates in France and Uruguay.
Electricity
220 Volt (50 Hz) with "French-style" plugs (officially types C, F, and L), but sometimes others (type I) like in Argentina, featuring three flat pins—two arranged in a V—requiring an adapter for French systems.
Opening hours
Shops and businesses are generally open weekdays from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM and until 1:00 PM on Saturdays. Shopping centers are open daily, including Sundays, from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Banks typically serve the public from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM all week.