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You need a visa for Uruguay if you have a Nigerien passport

These visas exist for Uruguay, but they cannot be applied for online with Nigerien nationality. Tell us about your trip and we will come back with the options and a price.

Travelling to Uruguay Visa required

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Nigerien citizens need a visa for Uruguay. It is not available online — the application goes through an embassy or consulate.

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What Uruguay may ask for

Not every traveller is asked for all of these. A valid passport is checked every time; the rest is a spot check at the border, and some items belong to a visa application rather than the crossing itself.

  • Passport valid 6+ months with 2 blank pages
  • Passport photo 4x4cm, white background, recent
  • Hotel booking or invitation letter from host
  • Round-trip flight itinerary or onward travel proof
  • Proof of sufficient funds for your stay
  • Travel insurance covering medical emergencies

Entry requirements for Nigerien travellers

These rules apply specifically to Nigerien passport holders entering Uruguay as tourists. Each one links to the official source where available.

  • Required

    Mandatory proof of accommodation

    Travelers must have proof of accommodation during their stay in Uruguay. If travelers will be hosted by a relative or friend, a letter of invitation will be requested.

    Oriental Republic of Uruguay Last checked 2026-07-29
  • Required

    Travelers require a passport valid for at least 6 months from the time of entry

    Travelers need a valid passport to enter Uruguay. The traveler's passport must remain valid for at least 6 months after the traveler arrives in Uruguay.

    Oriental Republic of Uruguay Last checked 2026-07-29
  • Not required

    Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required for Uruguay

    Travelers don’t need proof of COVID-19 vaccination before traveling to Uruguay.

    Last checked 2026-07-29
  • Not required

    Proof of pre-departure COVID-19 test is not required

    Travelers don’t need a COVID-19 test before traveling to Uruguay.

    Last checked 2026-07-29
  • May be required

    Transit visa may be required

    International travelers don’t need a visa to transit through Uruguay if they stay in the airport transit area and don’t pass through immigration. Visit the government site to check the permitted length of stay and other entry requirements.

    Last checked 2026-07-29

A look at Uruguay

  • The historic Palacio Salvo building in Montevideo's Plaza Independencia with palm trees and clear blue sky
    Palacio Salvo — Uruguay's most iconic architectural landmark
  • Organized travel documents including passport, visa forms, and Uruguay travel guides on a wooden desk
    Proper documentation is key to a successful Uruguay visa application
  • Modern Uruguayan consulate building exterior with national flag and people entering for appointments
    Uruguayan consulates process visa applications worldwide
  • Pristine sandy beach at Punta del Este with turquoise waters and iconic La Mano sculpture visible in distance
    Punta del Este — South America's premier beach resort destination

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