Inoculation regulations can change at short notice. Please take medical advice in the case of doubt.

1
There is a slight risk of typhoid fever but no cases of polio have been reported in Uruguay in recent years; vaccination against typhoid is advised.

2
A yellow fever certificate is required for travellers coming from endemic areas and from infected countries according to the epidemiological situation and the risk evaluation.

Food & drink
Mains water is considered safe to drink. Drinking water outside main cities and towns may be contaminated and sterilisation is advisable. Milk is pasteurised and dairy products are safe for consumption. Local meat, poultry, seafood, fruit and vegetables are generally considered safe to eat.

Other risks

There are occasional outbreaks of hepatitis A.

Uruguay has an excellent medical service. Private health insurance is recommended.