Study in Uruguay
Between 18 and 30, you can use a one-year working holiday once.
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Studying in Uruguay: costs and visas
Study paths and visa options differ by country. Always confirm official rules before applying.
Entry and permits
The Ministry of the Interior's list shows that holders of an ordinary Japanese passport do not need a visa to enter. Staying longer, including to work, requires a separate residence permit procedure.
Source: Uruguay Ministry of the Interior: visa regime for admission (list by country)Uruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Working Holiday for foreign citizens
See entry and permits in detailWorking holiday
Depends on your nationality
Source: Uruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Working Holiday for foreign citizensUruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs: press release on the entry into force of the agreement with Japan (9 March 2023)Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan: Working Holiday programmes (partner countries, annual quotas and number of participations) (Wayback copy 2026-10-03)
See entry and permits in detailVisa and working holiday rules can change. Check the latest official government or embassy guidance before you apply.
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Cities to study in Uruguay
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Ways to study in Uruguay
There are 1 ways to study in Uruguay: Live in Uruguay on a working holiday.
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Live in Uruguay on a working holiday
- Residencia temporaria (Vacaciones y Trabajo / Working Holiday) (Temporary residence permit (Working Holiday))
Who it suits：For people who want to travel and experience Uruguayan life and culture.
- Length and permit
Ages 18–30 · one year · once only
- Can you work?
Work allowed (tourism must be the main purpose)
- Cost
No fee for the procedure · 557.30 UI after arrival
Live in Uruguay on a working holiday
- Residencia temporaria (Vacaciones y Trabajo / Working Holiday) (Temporary residence permit (Working Holiday))
Who it suits：For people who want to travel and experience Uruguayan life and culture.
Length and permit
Ages 18–30 · one year · once only
Can you work?
Work allowed (tourism must be the main purpose)
Cost
No fee for the procedure · 557.30 UI after arrival
For Japanese citizens. Official names checked on government websites on October 31, 2026.
Sources (official government pages)
Live in Uruguay on a working holiday・Source: Uruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Working Holiday for foreign citizensUruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs: press release on the entry into force of the agreement with Japan (9 March 2023)Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan: Working Holiday programmes (partner countries, annual quotas and number of participations) (Wayback copy 2026-10-03)
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Sources for this page
- Uruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Working Holiday for foreign citizens（checked October 31, 2026）
- Uruguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs: press release on the entry into force of the agreement with Japan (9 March 2023)（checked October 31, 2026）
- Uruguay Ministry of the Interior: visa regime for admission (list by country)（checked October 31, 2026）
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan: Working Holiday programmes (partner countries, annual quotas and number of participations) (Wayback copy 2026-10-03)（checked October 31, 2026）
