🇺🇾 Korean Mission in Uruguay

Korean Embassy in Uruguay - Address & Contact

Q: What is the phone number of the Korean Embassy in Uruguay?

The main phone number is (598)2628-9374. For emergencies, call (598)94-111-593 (available 24/7).

Q: How can I get consular assistance in Uruguay?

Visit the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Uruguay at Av. Luis Alberto de Herrera 1248, Torre II, Piso10(World Trade Center), Montevideo, Uruguay, or call the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404. In an emergency, dial (598)94-111-593.

Q: Do Korean passport holders need a visa to enter Uruguay?

Korean passport holders (Regular Passport) can enter Uruguay visa-free and stay for up to 90 days.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Uruguay

The Embassy of Korea in Montevideo covers Uruguay, one of South America's most prosperous and politically stable democracies. Uruguay punches above its weight as a regional hub for technology, agriculture, and sustainable business, areas of growing interest for Korean companies.

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Uruguay (Montevideo)

Office Name	Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Uruguay
Type	Embassy
Address	Av. Luis Alberto de Herrera 1248, Torre II, Piso10(World Trade Center), Montevideo, Uruguay
Phone	(598)2628-9374
Emergency	(598)94-111-593 (24/7)
Consular Call Center	(82)2-3210-0404
Toll-Free	080-020-0219
Coordinates	-34.904111, -56.136127
Website	http://overseas.mofa.go.kr/uy-ko/index.do

Visit Official Website Call Emergency Line

Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Uruguay - Location

Google Maps Get Directions

Mission contact details as of 2026-11-10 · Source: each mission's official website (overseas.mofa.go.kr)

Diplomatic Relations

1964.10.07.

Exports

$150.0M

Imports

$160.0M

Diplomatic relations and trade: MOFA country information (2025 trade figures, checked 2026-11-10)

Entry Requirements

🇰🇷 Korean Citizens Visiting Uruguay

Visa-Free Entry (Regular Passport)

Maximum Stay	90 days
Legal Basis	Visa waiver agreement

🇺🇾 Uruguay Citizens Visiting South Korea

Citizens of Uruguay with regular passports can enter Korea visa-free for short visits such as tourism and stay up to 90 days (basis: a visa waiver agreement). Visa-exempt travellers may need a K-ETA before departure; check k-eta.go.kr.

Korea Visa Portal K-ETA Immigration Service

Entry requirements may change without notice. Always check the latest travel advisories on the Korean Ministry of Foreign Affairs website before traveling.

Entry information checked 2026-11-10 · Sources: MOFA overseas safety travel visa-free list (as of Sep 2026) and travel alert levels; Korea's visa-free entry list (as of Feb 2024) and K-ETA temporary exemption notice (Dec 2025)

South Korea – Uruguay Diplomatic Relations

Korea and Uruguay established ties in October 1964. The bilateral relationship has been modest but steady, grounded in trade and investment. LG Electronics and Hyundai Engineering have had operations in Uruguay. Uruguay's agribusiness, software, and green economy sectors align well with Korean corporate interests.

Mission status as of 2026-11-10 · Source: MOFA country information

South Korea – Uruguay Trade & Economy

Korea exported approximately $136 million to Uruguay in 2023, mainly vehicles, electronics, and chemicals, while importing about $149 million in beef, wool, soybeans, and seafood. Korean cumulative investment stands at $30 million.

Exports to Uruguay

$150.0M

Imports from Uruguay

$160.0M

Trade values are 2025 figures (MOFA country information, checked 2026-11-10). Figures in the text refer to the year stated in each sentence.

Tips for Koreans Living in Uruguay

Around 155 Koreans reside in Uruguay. Korean nationals can enter Uruguay visa-free. The embassy in Montevideo provides full consular services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Where is the Korean Embassy in Uruguay?

A. The Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Uruguay is located at Av. Luis Alberto de Herrera 1248, Torre II, Piso10(World Trade Center), Montevideo, Uruguay.

Q. What is the phone number for the Korean Embassy in Uruguay?

A. The main number is (598)2628-9374. For emergencies, call (598)94-111-593. The Consular Call Center can be reached at (82)2-3210-0404.

Q. What should I do in an emergency in Uruguay?

A. Call the emergency line at (598)94-111-593 -- it is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also reach the Consular Call Center at (82)2-3210-0404 or the toll-free number 080-020-0219.