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Additional fees may apply for drivers under 26 and over 69 years at the time of rental. Please see the Terms and Conditions for further details.

Driving Information Uruguay

Driving License Requirements in Uruguay

All drivers must have a valid and full license from their home country in order to drive or rent a car in Uruguay.

Uruguay Driving Age Restrictions

If you are looking into renting a car and driving in Uruguay, please note that you need to be at least 23 years of age and have held your license for over a year. Some supplier may charge a young driver surcharge for drivers younger than 25 years old.

Driving Distances

Colonia to Montevideo - 99.4 miles
Minas to Punta del Este - 44.1 miles

Rules of the Road and Gas Stations

General Uruguay driving information, laws rules and regulations:

Driving in Uruguay is on the right hand side of the road.
Seat belts when driving a rental car in Uruguay must be worn at all times, while inside the vehicle.
The use of a mobile phone while driving is prohibited, with the exception of a hands-free systems.
Drivers must have the following items readily available to present a valid drivers license, registration documents and insurance documents when driving in Uruguay.
Dipped headlights must be on at all times when driving in Montevideo and all other locations in Uruguay.
Gas stations in Uruguay generally open from 6am to 8pm with some stations in major cities and on the highway open 24 hours.

Uruguay Tolls

There are only a few tolls in Uruguay, and those are usually inexpensive (between 10 - 15 pesos).

Parking Information

In main cities, like Montevideo, there are parking lots where you can leave your car rental. Street parking is also a common practice and you'll often find "acomodadores" who will help you park and watch over your vehicle while you're away in exchange for a small tip.

One-Way Car Rental

Domestic one-way rentals within Uruguay are possible. Some restrictions and charges do apply. International one-way car rental is not permitted.

When you book a car in Uruguay, it's important to take a look at the above driving information, rules and regulations, in order to ensure you have the safest possible journey.