The U.S. Embassy Montevideo informs U.S. citizens and all consular section clients that effective March 16, 2023, the consular exchange rate will change to 40 UYU (1USD = 40UYU). All consular service fees, including applications for visas, Consular Reports of Birth Abroad, passports, and notarial services will use the new exchange rate. Additional Information/Assistance: U.S. …
Read More»The U.S. Embassy in Montevideo is pleased to announce that representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Office will visit Uruguay to offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security benefits. Where: U.S. Consular Section, U.S. Embassy, Lauro Muller 1776, Montevideo. When: March 14 – 16 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. …
Read More»There are reports of an explosion in a building in the Villa Biarritz neighborhood of Punta Carretas. The building is reported to be significantly damaged and there are injuries reported. Fire and safety personnel are working in the area. Traffic will be affected. Avoid the area until the event is cleared and use caution if …
Read More»Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Montevideo (January 8, 2020) Location: Uruguay Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. U.S. Embassy Montevideo will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Travel Advisory Change for Uruguay August 2, 2019 The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens that the U.S. Department of State has raised Uruguay’s Travel Advisory from Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions to Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to crime. The U.S. Department of State has no …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Measles Health Alert April 12, 2019 Locations: Montevideo, Uruguay Buenos Aires, Argentina Iguazu, Misiones Province, Argentina Event: The National Ministry of Health in Argentina has confirmed a case of measles in a Russian tourist visiting the Cities of Buenos Aires, Iguazu (Misiones Province, Argentina), and Montevideo. They …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: International Women’s Day March March 8, 2019 Location: Avenida 18 de Julio in Montevideo Event: On Friday, March 8, large crowds are expected to gather at multiple points along Avenida 18 de Julio in downtown Montevideo beginning at 6:30 p.m. local time to march in support of …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Consular Section Temporary Closure February 28, 2019 The Consular Section of U.S. Embassy Montevideo will be closed March 12, 2019 – March 15, 2019 due to an internal move associated with the Embassy’s ongoing renovation project. The Consular Section will not offer services to the general public …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Venezuela Meeting Demonstrations February 7, 2019 Location: Plazas Independencia, Entevero, and Libertad in Montevideo Event: On Thursday, February 7, demonstrations are planned at Plaza Independencia, Plaza Entevero and Plaza Libertad relating to the meetings being held in Montevideo regarding Venezuela. U.S. citizens are encouraged to avoid these …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Summer Safety December 21, 2018 The summer season in Montevideo and other popular destinations in Uruguay typically coincides with an increase in the volume of crimes against persons and property. During the 2018 calendar year, there has been an increase in crime, including homicides, armed robberies, theft, …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: G20 Summit Demonstrations November 29, 2018 Location: Plaza Libertad in Barrio Centro, Montevideo Event: On Thursday, November 29 at 6:30 p.m. and Friday, November 30 at 6:00 p.m., demonstrations are planned at Plaza Libertad against the G20 summit in Buenos Aires and the related presence of U.S. …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Demonstration near U.S. Embassy November 9, 2018 Location: U.S. Embassy, 1776 Lauro Muller, Montevideo Event: On Friday, November 9, 2018 at 3:00 p.m., a demonstration is planned in front of the U.S. Embassy. There are currently no indications that the gathering will turn violent; however, U.S. citizens …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Security Alert September 27, 2018 Location: Montevideo, Uruguay Pocitos Punta Carretas Avenida 18thde Julio Event The U.S. Embassy in Montevideo advises U.S. citizens to avoid traveling on the Rambla in Pocitos, Punta Carretas and on Avenida 18 de Julio tonight due to soccer club celebrations that may become …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Security Alert August 21, 2018 Location: Montevideo, Uruguay Pocitos Malvín Event: The U.S. Embassy in Montevideo advises U.S. citizens of recent crime incidents against foreign nationals that occurred on Friday, August 17, 2018, and Saturday, August 18, 2018, in the Montevideo neighborhoods of Pocitos and Malvín. In …
Read More»U.S. Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Message to U.S. Citizens: Demonstration Alert August 20, 2018 Location: Throughout the city of Montevideo, Uruguay Event: General Strike on August 22, 2018 Local media reports there will be a general strike on Wednesday, August 22, 2018 that is expected to affect transportation services and local business operations. Closures are expected …
Read More»United States Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstration near U.S. Embassy December 14, 2017 On Thursday, December 14, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., a pro-Palestinian demonstration is scheduled to occur at the U.S. Embassy. The event is scheduled to begin at Plaza de los 33 on Avenida 18 de Julio and proceed to …
Read More»The summer season in Montevideo and other popular destinations in Uruguay typically coincides with an increase in the volume of crimes against persons and property. During the 2017 calendar year, armed robberies of restaurants, gas stations, and grocery stores as well as carjackings have been reported in Uruguay. As such, we would like to remind …
Read More»United States Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Gathering in Parque Batlle and Vicinity November 15, 2017 From Thursday, November 16, to Saturday, November 18, 2017, the PIT-CNT and the Coordinadora de Centrales Sindicales del Cono Sur (Coordinator of Trade Unions of the Southern Cone), will hold a Jornada Continental por la Democracia …
Read More»United States Embassy Montevideo, Uruguay Security Message for U.S. Citizens: ATM Security November 9, 2017 The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens to exercise caution when using ATM machines in the Montevideo area. Recent reports indicate individuals are using explosive devices to conduct thefts from ATMs. On October 30 at approximately 4:30 a.m., criminals used an …
Read More»On Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at 6:00 p.m., members from the PIT-CNT labor group are planning to gather at the U.S. Embassy to demonstrate “in support of democracy and against neo-liberalism.” There are currently no indications that the gathering will turn violent; however, U.S. citizens are advised to avoid the area as a precautionary measure. …
Read More»September 27, 2017 marks the 126th anniversary of the Club Atlético Peñarol soccer association. Local authorities are advising residents of the Pocitos area that celebrations planned during the evening hours may turn violent. In a similar celebration last year, there were reported incidents of vandalism against local businesses. The U.S. Embassy advises U.S. citizens to remain alert …
Read More»Recent police and media reports indicate a rise in reported crimes in the residential neighborhoods of Punta Carretas, Pocitos, and Carrasco. The majority of the incidents are property crimes; however some armed robberies and carjackings have been reported. U.S. citizens are reminded to exercise caution: Do not keep valuables on car seats or in clear …
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