Get Your Uruguay Dual Citizenship – Learn How to Apply
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Eligibility Overview
- By Birth: Anyone born in Uruguay is automatically a citizen, including children of non-citizen residents, as long as they are not foreign diplomats.
- By Descent : Those born abroad to at least one Uruguayan citizen may acquire citizenship by inscription in Uruguay’s civil registry.
- By Marriage : Foreign spouses of Uruguayan citizens may apply for citizenship after 3 years of residence in Uruguay (or 2 years if they have children together).
- By Naturalization: Foreigners may apply after 5 years of legal residency in Uruguay (reduced to 3 years if married or with a Uruguayan child).
- Dual Citizenship Allowed: Uruguay has no restrictions on holding dual nationality. You are not required to renounce your previous citizenship.
Step-by-Step Process
- Determine your path: birthright, descent, marriage, or residency.
- Submit your application to the Electoral Court or local Civil Registry in Uruguay.
- Provide documentation proving eligibility and meet residence or family requirements.
- Complete interviews and background checks if needed.
- Receive your citizenship declaration and apply for a Uruguayan ID and passport.
Benefits of Uruguayan Citizenship
- Dual citizenship legally protected and unrestricted
- Visa-free travel to over 150 countries
- Full civil rights, including the right to vote
- Access to public healthcare, education, and social benefits
Frequently asked questions.
Does Uruguay allow dual citizenship?
Yes. Uruguay fully allows dual citizenship and does not require renouncing your other nationality.
Can I claim Uruguayan citizenship through my parents?
Yes. If you were born abroad to at least one Uruguayan parent, you may acquire citizenship by registering in Uruguay’s civil registry.
How long do I need to live in Uruguay to apply for citizenship?
Five years of legal residence is the standard, but if you are married to a Uruguayan or have a Uruguayan child, it’s reduced to three years.
Can I get citizenship by marrying a Uruguayan?
Yes. Foreign spouses may apply after 3 years of residence in Uruguay (2 years if you have children together).
Do I have to pay taxes in Uruguay as a dual citizen?
Uruguay uses a modified territorial tax system. You’re generally taxed on Uruguayan-source income. Some foreign income may be taxed under specific conditions.
Is same-sex marriage recognized for citizenship purposes?
Yes. Uruguay legalized same-sex marriage in 2013. Same-sex spouses are equally eligible for citizenship pathways.