Uruguay is quite easy to get in and out off. Residents from a large number of countries..
Travel HealthDue to its climatic location, vaccinations for Hepatitis A, Tetanus, Diptheria and Rabies..
Local CurrencyThe local currency is the Peso (Ur$). The currency is very weak with Ur$1.0 0 equivalent..
WeatherUruguay has a subtropical climate with hot summers and milder winters. The lack of..
Local CustomsThe locals in Uruguay are very friendly and welcome visitors. It is customary for..
LanguagesSpanish is spoken throughout Uruguay with some limited English in the tourist spots..
Transport OptionsThe international airport is in the suburb of Carrasco, which is 18km east of central..
Travel TipsSmoking is not allowed in cinemas, theatres or on public transport. Uruguay has..
Local FoodUruguayan cuisine tends to be mild with little spice added to dishes. Barbecued meats..
Local TimezonesUruguay is East of the International Date Line, and 3 hours behind Greenwich Mean Time..
Dutyfree LimitsDuty free is available at the international airport. If you’re 18 years of age or..
Duty free is available at the international airport.
If you’re 18 years of age or older, you’re allowed the following duty-free purchases:
400 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 500g of tobacco; two litres of alcohol; two items of electrical or optical equipment (including cameras); and up to 5kg of foodstuffs.
Goods up to a total of US$300 if arriving by sea or air and US$150 if arriving by land, are free of duty and tax, but goods in excess of this may attract both duty and tax.
Travellers under 18 years of age are allowed 50% of the above allowances.
All plants and plant derivatives being brought in must be accompanied by a sanitary certificate.
Almost due east across the La Plata River (Rio de la Plata) from Buenos Aires is the capital city of Uruguay..
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