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Uruguay

Uruguay flag

Crossing the border into Uruguay is often refreshingly organized, with well maintained roads and a steady flow of regional traffic. Seasonal travel can still bring delays, but overland journeys here usually feel predictable and easy to plan.

8

Border Crossings

Listed in BCH

2

Borders

Brazil, Argentina

Capital

Montevideo

Time Zone

UTC−3

Uruguay

Understanding Uruguay

Uruguay’s calm coastal towns and inland farming regions influence travel around crossings with Argentina and Brazil. River bridges can see traffic surges during holidays, while rural posts stay quiet. Historic centers and estuary landscapes sit close to several routes.

Border Map

Borders (2)

Uruguay shares borders with 2 countries.

Flag Argentina 3 crossings View Border Crossings Flag Brazil 5 crossings View Border Crossings

Quick Information

Capital Montevideo
Official Language Spanish
Currency Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Calling Code +598

Quick Information

Capital Montevideo
Official Language Spanish
Currency Uruguayan Peso (UYU)
Time zone UTC−3
Calling code +598

Travel Tip

Uruguay has a relaxed pace that extends to its road network, with well maintained highways connecting much of the country. Contactless card payments are common, but keeping a little cash on hand is useful for rural shops and roadside cafés.

Border Crossings in Uruguay

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Crossing Tip

Uruguay has a relaxed pace that extends to its road network, with well maintained highways connecting much of the country. Contactless card payments are common, but keeping a little cash on hand is useful for rural shops and roadside cafés.