How much does it cost to live in Uruguay?

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Spending profile
Currency
Rental (1 bedroom, furnished)$700
Food (top restaurants)$400
Transportation (STM + Uber)$80
Leisure & Outings (bars, culture, gym)$150
Health (mutualist or insurance)$100
Miscellaneous (clothing, subscriptions, etc.)$200
Estimated monthly total
$1,630
per person per month
Breakdown
Rental$700
Food$400
Transportation$80
Leisure & Outings$150
Health$100
Miscellaneous$200
City Comparison
Montevideo$1,630/we≈ Similar
Buenos Aires$1,100/we← Cheaper
Lisboa$2,800/we→ More expensive
Ciudad de México$1,200/we← Cheaper

Arrival Checklist

Portable Document Format

Everything to do in the first month—in order.

Essential procedures

Links

ID card, Tax ID, residence permit — official links.

Lease Agreement

Document

Sample contract in Spanish. Reviewed by a lawyer.

Tax Guide

Coming soon

Taxes for Foreigners: Explained in Plain Language.

Comparison of health insurance providers

Coming soon

Pricing, coverage, and community reviews.

Map of coworking spaces

Coming soon

All verified venues in Montevideo.

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