Uruguay
South America's stable, tax-friendly haven
Income Tax
0% for first 10 years (new residents)
Corporate Tax
25%
Capital Gains
12%
Tax Benefits
10-Year Foreign Income Exemption
New tax residents can opt to pay 0% on all foreign-sourced income for the first 10 years of residency, extendable under certain conditions.
Territorial Tax System
Uruguay only taxes income earned within its territory. Foreign dividends, interest, and capital gains are exempt from taxation.
No Wealth Tax for New Residents
Qualifying new residents benefit from wealth tax exemptions on foreign assets during their early years of residency.
Residency & Visa Programs
Rentista / Pensionado Residency
Available to those with stable passive income or pension from abroad.
Requirements
Proof of USD 1,500+/month income
Processing
3–6 months
Min. Investment
None
Investor Residency
Fast-tracked residency for qualifying real estate or business investments in Uruguay.
Requirements
USD 1.7M+ real estate or business investment
Processing
2–4 months
Min. Investment
USD 1,700,000
Real Estate Market
Uruguay has a transparent, stable real estate market with full foreign ownership rights and no restrictions. Punta del Este is a sought-after luxury destination.
- Montevideo: USD 1,500–3,500/m²
- Punta del Este: USD 2,500–6,000/m²
Cost of Living
Rent 1BR (Montevideo)
USD 600–1,200/mo
Groceries (monthly)
USD 300–500
Dining out
USD 10–25/meal
Healthcare
Mutualista ~USD 80/mo
Uruguay is more expensive than its neighbors but offers high quality of life, excellent healthcare, and strong infrastructure.
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