Portuguese Embassy in Montevideo
Embassy 
Portugal Montevideo, Uruguay
- Address
- Avenida Doctor Francisco Soca 1128, 11300 Montevideo
Sources: OpenStreetMap · Wikidata · Record last updated on 4 January 2022
The Portuguese embassy in Montevideo stands at Avenida Doctor Francisco Soca 1128, 11300 Montevideo, in Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay. No visa is needed by Uruguayan citizens for Portugal, for stays of up to 90 days. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00.
Opening hours of the Portuguese embassy in Montevideo
| Monday | 09:00–17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00–17:00 |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Upcoming closures
Public holidays in Uruguay
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Christmas Day
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New Year's Day
Public holidays in Portugal
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Restoration of Independence
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Immaculate Conception
The Portuguese embassy in Montevideo is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00.
Portugal visa for Uruguayan citizens
UruguayPortugal Visa-free, 90 days Portugal visa for citizens of Uruguay
PortugalUruguay Visa-free, 90 days Uruguay visa for citizens of Portugal
No visa is needed by Uruguayan citizens for Portugal, for stays of up to 90 days.
Visa statistics
| Year | Applications | Visas issued | Refused | Refusal rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 3 | 2 | 0 | – |
| 2025 | 7 | 6 | 1 | – |
2025 figures: 7 short-stay Schengen visa applications were lodged at Portugal’s embassy in Montevideo, and 6 visas were issued. Applications rose by 133% compared with 2024 (3).
Across all Schengen consulates in Uruguay, 7.8% of applications were refused in 2025; Portugal’s rate worldwide was 23.3%. Portugal received the 5th largest number of applications of the 6 Schengen states represented here.
The statistics count applications, not people, and include every nationality that applies here, not only citizens of Uruguay.
Source: European Commission, Directorate-General for Migration and Home Affairs, visa statistics for consulates 2024–2025 (© European Union, reused under CC BY 4.0). Short-stay (type C) visas. How these figures are made
Other missions nearby
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Embassy of Spain in MontevideoLibertad 2738, 11300 Montevideo
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Embassy of Egypt in MontevideoAvenida Brasil 2663, Montevideo
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Embassy of Italy in MontevideoJosé Benito Lamas 2857, 11300 Montevideo
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Embassy of Russia in MontevideoBulevar España 2741, Montevideo
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Embassy of Cuba in MontevideoFeliciano Rodríguez 2690, Montevideo
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Embassy of Colombia in MontevideoJuan María Pérez 2706/1, Montevideo
Portugal’s other missions in Uruguay
The Portuguese embassy in Montevideo is the only mission of Portugal in Uruguay on record. Uruguay in turn has an embassy in Lisbon.
Good to know
About the Portuguese embassy in Montevideo
It appears in official lists as Embassy of Portugal in Montevideo.
Address and contact
Address: Avenida Doctor Francisco Soca 1128, 11300 Montevideo. The record for the Portuguese embassy in Montevideo includes an official website.
Portuguese citizens travelling to Uruguay
No visa is needed by Portuguese citizens for Uruguay, for stays of up to 90 days.
When the Portuguese embassy in Montevideo is closed
The Portuguese embassy in Montevideo closes on Uruguay’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Día de la Familia) on Friday 25 December 2026 and New Year's Day (Año Nuevo) on Friday 1 January 2027, and usually on holidays of Portugal such as Restoration of Independence (Restauração da Independência) on Tuesday 1 December 2026.
Before visiting the Portuguese embassy in Montevideo
Current procedures for the Portuguese embassy in Montevideo, including any appointment system, are on its official website, linked on this page.
Near the Portuguese embassy in Montevideo
The Portuguese embassy in Montevideo has 7 other foreign missions within 1 km, in a diplomatic quarter.
Frequently asked questions
What is the address of the Portuguese Embassy in Montevideo?
The Portuguese embassy in Montevideo is at Avenida Doctor Francisco Soca 1128, 11300 Montevideo.
What are the opening hours of the Portuguese Embassy in Montevideo?
The Portuguese embassy in Montevideo is listed as open Monday to Friday, 09:00–17:00.
Is the Portuguese Embassy in Montevideo open on Saturday?
No. The hours on record for the Portuguese embassy in Montevideo do not include Saturday.
When is the Portuguese Embassy in Montevideo closed?
The Portuguese embassy in Montevideo closes on Uruguay’s public holidays, the next being Christmas Day (Día de la Familia) on Friday 25 December 2026, and usually on the national day of Portugal.
Do Uruguayan citizens need a visa for Portugal?
No visa is needed by Uruguayan citizens for Portugal, for stays of up to 90 days.
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