Uruguay

About Uruguay

Uruguay, officially the Oriental Republic of Uruguay, is a country in South America. Its capital and largest political center is Montevideo. It covers an area of roughly 181,034 square kilometers.

The main languages spoken across Uruguay include Spanish. Day-to-day trade runs on the Uruguayan peso (UYU), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter. Uruguay has its own coastline, giving it direct access to maritime trade routes.

FAQs

What is the capital of Uruguay?
Montevideo is the capital of Uruguay.

What currency is used in Uruguay?
Day-to-day trade runs on the Uruguayan peso (UYU), which you can check against your own currency using our Currency Converter.

How many countries border Uruguay?
Uruguay shares a land border with 2 countries.

What is the calling code for Uruguay?
To call Uruguay from abroad, dial the international access code followed by +598.