Newsgroups: wstd.travel.advisories
From: 76702.1202@CompuServe.COM (Charlie Smith)
Subject: *NEW* TRAVEL INFORMATION -- Uruguay
Organization: The World @ Software Tool & Die
Distribution: wstd
Date: Mon, 2 Nov 1992 17:32:38 GMT
STATE DEPARTMENT TRAVEL INFORMATION - Uruguay
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Uruguay - Consular Information Sheet
 October 27, 1992

Embassy Location:  The U.S. Embassy in Uruguay is located in 
Montevideo at Lauro Muller 1776.  The telephone number is (598-2) 
23-60-61.

Country Description:  Uruguay is a medium-income nation with a 
developing economy.  The quality of facilities for tourism varies.

Entry Requirements:  A passport is required.  U.S. citizens do not 
need a visa for a three-month stay.  For current information 
concerning entry and customs requirements for Uruguay, travelers can 
contact the Uruguayan Embassy at 1918 F Street N.W., Washington, 
D.C. 20006, tel: (202) 331-1313 or the nearest consulate general in 
Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, New Orleans, or New York.

Medical Facilities:  Facilities for medical care are limited.  
Doctors and hospitals often expect immediate cash payment for health 
services.  U.S. medical insurance is not always valid outside the 
United States.  In some cases medical insurance with specific 
overseas coverage has proved to be useful.  For additional health 
information, travelers can contact the Centers for Disease Control's 
international travelers' hotline at (404) 332-4559.

Crime Information:  Street crime including pickpocketing is on the 
increase.  Persons carrying items of value in open display have been 
victimized by teenage muggers in the downtown area of Montevideo and 
near the old city and port.  While criminals more often than not 
have weapons at their disposal, to date foreigners have remained 
relatively free from assault.  Useful information on guarding 
valuables and protecting personal security while traveling abroad is 
provided in the Department of State pamphlet, "A Safe Trip Abroad."  
It is available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. 
Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

Drug Penalties:  Penalties for possession, use and trafficking in 
illegal drugs are strict, and convicted offenders can expect lengthy 
jail sentences and fines.

Tips for Travelers:  The Department of State's pamphlet "Tips for 
Travelers to Central and South America" is also available from the 
Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, 
Washington, D.C. 20402.

Registration:  Americans who register with the Consular Section of 
the U.S. Embassy may obtain updated information on travel and 
security within the country.

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