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Kenyan expat in Uruguay
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what is the minimum income to be shown per couple in US$ for residency by rajks
I would like to know :- what is the minimum income proof to be shown per couple in US$ for residency in Uruguay. Cheers !
The program mentioned about buying property or government securities worth $100,000 US for residency purposes was ended some years ago and the amount required is now more flexible. You are required to show you can support your life style. There is ... Read More
Cost of living in Uruguay 2015 by expat.com
Hi all, We invite you to talk about the cost of living in Uruguay in 2015, with an updated price listing. Don't forget to mention in which city of Uruguay you are living in. How much does it cost to live in Uruguay? > accommodation ...
For prices of food, appliances etc. the Tienda Inglesa website gives lots of details. http://www.tinglesa.com.uy/ Most prices are in Uruguayan pesos but if you see U$S then it is in US dollars. Most large appliances, TV's , computers etc. are ... Read More
Practical advise needed - on EVERYTHING by metamorfoza
Hi all: I will appreciate any inside info on Uruguay and more specifically - Montevideo. I visited in January of 2011 and will be there again in June of 2015. I consider buying a condo (yet, undecided on the entire move) - in Punta Carretas. New ...
The $80.00 US per month is for the monthly charge to belong to our mutualista not for meds - I don't take any. There are small charges for certain tests and also if you have more visits per month than they allow etc. Some mutualistas charge a ... Read More
How to make friends in Montevideo by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Montevideo :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Montevideo?? Thanks ...
Look on the Total Uruguay website for the details on the different get togethers on the Expat Meetings tab. There is also another group that have events. Ask Marita to put you on the mailing list. marita2727@gmail.com Read More
Marijuana in Uruguay by SanMarcos
Marijuana is now legal in Uruguay. I could smell it everywhere in Montevideo even before it was legal. I read that it is legal now to buy marijuana from the government, which grows it for a profit. Who can buy it? Do tourists come to Uruguay for ...
This was in the paper a few days ago. Looks like the incoming President may try to make MJ less accessible. From what i have read the government has not started selling any yet and many pharmacists do not want to sell ... Read More
Practical advise needed - on EVERYTHING by metamorfoza
Hi all: I will appreciate any inside info on Uruguay and more specifically - Montevideo. I visited in January of 2011 and will be there again in June of 2015. I consider buying a condo (yet, undecided on the entire move) - in Punta Carretas. New ...
There are several different English speaking groups in MVD. I don't go as it is an hour and a half drive from Atlantida. You can see some of them on Total Uruguay website. The other is organized by a very nice German lady called Marita. She ... Read More
working visa in brasil by manish88
Heloo, My name is manish and i am from India , i want to move to brazil for rest of my life i need some guidelines from you . i have a girl she wants to marry me this year and she lives in campinas and i also have few friends in fortaleza , they ...
Just curious, would it work for his girlfriend to go to India and get married there and then both return to Brazil? Would he have an easier time? I know it probably would not help in Canada! Read More
Best month to visit by coalbuddy
Hi everyone I have been looking for places to retire. I thought about Oregon coast but then I read about Uruguay. I will want to visit first before deciding on permanently moving. Can anyone recommend best month to visit to gather information.
The best weather is January to March. If you want the worst weather then come in July or August. We spent three months here before deciding. Some folk come for only a week or two and I think it is hard to find out all you need to know in a couple ... Read More
Compensation for ESL teachers in Uruguay by Azzonie
I am considering taking early retirement at age 62 and relocating to Uruguay. However, I am concerned about the cost of living there. I may need to supplement my social security by teaching ESL classes there. I am certified in TESOL and have ...
Have you asked on the Uruguay Expat group? https://www.facebook.com/groups/uruguayexpats/ I think some of them might know. Yes wages here are low compared to cost of living. Inflation is around 9 to 10 % per year as well. Your age may be an ... Read More
MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR by James
http://www.kirklandpress.com/SkalStuff/12.10/HollyBanner.jpg To everyone here on the Brazil Forum my sincere wishes for a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. May 2015 be the year that sees you realize all of your dreams. My Christmas gift to ...
Very nice! Thanks from your neighbours in Uruguay Read More
Registered Nursing Jobs by kimmieh007
How hard is it to get a job in Ecuador as a registered nurse as an expat?
This is about the regulations Section 174 of the Ecuadorian Health Code of 1971 (127) limited the practice of physicians, pharmacists, dentists, midwives, and other health practitioners to persons holding qualifications "granted or validated ... Read More
obtain a permanent visa by Claire Abbott
My husband and I are considering immigrating to Piriopolis or Punta del Este and are wondering how realistic it is to obtain a permanent visa. We will be retired. How difficult is it to navigate the system? Also, I have read it is very difficult ...
As long as you show "sufficient income to support yourselves" you should be fine. Initially you get a temporary cedula and then have around two years or more to provide the rest of the paperwork. Even if you are fluent in Spanish, it can ... Read More
Opening a cool vegetarian restaruant in Arequipa by defuera
Know anyone who would like to work with us? It will be a fun place with delicious food. We are going to have live music as well. I have 15 years of experience travelling and dining in Latin America, 30 years of being vegetarian. I've developed ...
You must of heard of "Green green grass of home" and "Desert Rose", - vegetarian music. Read More
university for US student (freshman 2015/2016) by savorysouth
Anyone on this forum with any thoughts or experience with being a foreigner attending a university in Uruguay? This would be for getting what would be a BA or BS degree in the US. Our son will be graduating from HS in the US May 2015; we are doing ...
You also should look at the rankings for the Universities here. They are not good compared to other S. American ones and even worse if you compare them to N. ... Read More
university for US student (freshman 2015/2016) by savorysouth
Anyone on this forum with any thoughts or experience with being a foreigner attending a university in Uruguay? This would be for getting what would be a BA or BS degree in the US. Our son will be graduating from HS in the US May 2015; we are doing ...
You might want to ask some of the folk on the uruguay Expat Facebook group as many are locals and can give more info. facebook.com/groups/uruguayexpats/ I have heard that because university is free to permanent residents and citizens, they are ... Read More