last edited Dec 11, 2019
Health and Safety in Uruguay
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Uruguay
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Official Recommendations
In France, both for individuals and professionals, the "travel advice" from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding precautions for each country has legal value. A similar online travel advice system exists in several countries:
Health
As always, it's best to be up to date with your vaccinations, even if nothing is officially required to enter the country.
Illnesses
Although the country occasionally experiences cases of dengue, the destination poses no significant health risks. To protect yourself, the best approach is to use a good mosquito repellent and cover your arms and legs at dusk when mosquitoes are most active.
Hygiene
There are no major risks here either. Just remember to stay hydrated, protect yourself from the sun during the hottest periods, and wash your hands regularly.
Local Healthcare Facilities
Safety
Crime and Delinquency
Uruguay is the safest country in all of Latin America (and even the Americas) with homicide rates twice as low as the Latin American average. However, this doesn’t mean crime doesn’t exist (it has even been slightly increasing recently) or that you can do as you please. In short, even with very limited risks, basic common sense and precautions are necessary, as they are everywhere. In another area, while cannabis consumption was legalized in Uruguay in 2013, it is highly regulated and does not apply to tourists.
Scams and "Tourist" Harassment
Socio-Political Risks
Nothing to report.
Climate, Nature, and Animals
Foreign Consulates in Uruguay
If you encounter problems while traveling abroad, your country’s consular services can assist you. It’s also worth noting that if you are a citizen of the European Union and your country is not represented, you can contact any other EU member state’s representation.
France
Consulate General: Avenida Uruguay 853, Montevideo 11100. Tel.: (598-2) 17 050 000. There are also two honorary consulates in Paysandú and Punta del Este.
Other Countries
- Belgium:
- Canada:
- Switzerland: