Any other American trans/queer folks going to Uruguay?

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StickyPawMelynx@reddit

looking into possible immigration there (not from the US tho), and this thread does not give me hope: https://www.reddit.com/r/Burises/comments/1o2wmcv/is_it_worth_studying_in_uruguay/

especially the "Stop asking in chat gpt what's the most gay friendly country" comment, and everyone else shitting on OP

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Sweetfemdomtreat@reddit

hey not sure if this is still going but I’m here in Montevideo and looking for trans friends! Feel free to message me!

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exceptionaltwice@reddit

Hi there! genderqueer and arrived a few weeks ago, would love to hang! message me (my account is new so it doesn't let me initiate dms)

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99999www@reddit

This is my dream! If anyone out there can find a way to connect me with job and housing opportunities (or a way to access that), I’d be so grateful!

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CharlesPageant@reddit

Search mercadolibre uruguay for housing, and busco jobs or https://trabajo.gallito.com.uy/

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exceptionaltwice@reddit

unforunately mercado libre is impossible to use unless you have a Uruguayan ID. Here on a nomad visa to start off my process and they won't even accept that number.

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exceptionaltwice@reddit

there are some short-term furnished apartments available through real estate agencies.

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ComicRelief66@reddit

trans person born and raised in Uruguay, you’re very welcome here !!

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Adventurous_Line839@reddit

Omg! Do you mind if I DM you, please? Hehe. I want to connect with someone who lives there, and/or do you know of any good active LGBT groups on FB I could possibly join? Thank you!

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exceptionaltwice@reddit

Would be grateful to hear about resources for connecting with queer community. My partner and I arrived a few weeks ago.

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VictoriIsMine@reddit

I am looking into moving there as well and would love to connect to learn more about getting involved with community there. Can I message you as well?

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aidenlearns@reddit

I'm in the same boat. Do you mind if I DM you also?

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Organic-Farmer-5262@reddit (OP)

May I message you?

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My husband and I just moved to Montevideo from the US. We are looking for friends. Currently in an Airbnb until May and looking for an apartment. Any help with a real estate agent would be appreciated

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exceptionaltwice@reddit

Hi! Are you still here? My partner and i just arrived a few weeks ago from the US and are also eager to make friends.

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CharlesPageant@reddit

Search mercadolibre libre uruguay, like amazon, but also buy rent houses and cars

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Organic-Farmer-5262@reddit (OP)

Feel free to DM me and I’d be happy to chat 😊

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FutureNomadGirl@reddit

Question for anyone who has recently taken advantage of the Digital Nomad Permit: I know that once approved you have to pay the fee within 24 hours but it can only be done from a Uruguayan bank account or at a store where you pay bills. Is it possible to open a bank account while still on a tourist visa so that if the approval arrives and you are out of the country you can pay online within the 24 hours?

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exceptionaltwice@reddit

you can pay at locations where folks pay bills, there's a list of companies that will be provided. very easy, just make sure you print the UPC like image that you use to pay, they won't accept scanning it on your phone. did it with abitab 2 weeks ago.

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Valuable_Court9950@reddit

If you’re here on a tourist visa, it’s easy enough to go in to one of those stores to pay for it. Much easier than opening a bank account.

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alcott_@reddit

I’m moving in first week of June 2026 and will be visiting May 3rd until 9th to find my place either in Punte de Este, or Moldonado.

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Expert_Club_9005@reddit

Hi! My questions are different than most. I'm interested in joining a regenerative farming community and living as simply as possible! Any information regarding that? Also, my understanding is that it's best to know some Spanish, so I'd have to learn fast through an app or something! I also have a dog and wonder if anyone knows current logistics regarding bringing her. Thanks for any help!

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Soft_Obligation1744@reddit

Keep me posted! Just now starting the process

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Fun_Garbage89@reddit

Looking to move to Uruguay. Queer cis woman, with a Transgender Teenager and an ex-wife/coparent. Looking to meet others with transkids.

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_leave_it_to_leah_@reddit

I wish you all the best wherever you end up.

I hope people who make it leave feedback eventually. I'm curious. I've been trying to get out all year. Maybe early 2026. Uruguay is on the short list.

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Single_Staff1831@reddit

Hi I just sent you a message!

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wj3131@reddit

Hi, I hope all is well. I know this is an old post but looking for updates on any of you actually made the move. Is it possible to live in Montevideo on $2500 a month. Single so will be eating out often

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CharlesPageant@reddit

Average salary here around 1000usd, minimum is 550usd so YES

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wj3131@reddit

Good to know. Thanks

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CharlesPageant@reddit

Rent apartment average neighbourhood in mvd 500-800usd

Groceries around 200-500 usd depends your standars

Restaurants solo 7-25usd dish fries to some kind of grilled meat or fish w side dish. Tip only if u want

Electricity around 50usd Water 10usd

If u live in an apartment the shared services can charge u between 50-150 depending what the bulding has

Hospital as a Resident is free and standard private is around 60usd if u are not working here (if u work they already discount it for you, partner and children

If u want to know anything else, feel free to ask

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wj3131@reddit

Thank you

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Organic-Farmer-5262@reddit (OP)

$2500/month would definitely work… Even with eating out most/all meals. Perhaps you won’t have much room to save but I think you could live pretty well on $2500/month here.

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wj3131@reddit

Average rent for a one bedroom?

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wj3131@reddit

Thanks for the info. Are you in Montevideo?

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Organic-Farmer-5262@reddit (OP)

I am, yes 😊 I’ve lived in a lot of major US cities and it’s quite comparable to them in many ways (of course very different too).

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Responsible_Law_5583@reddit

did you housing when you arrived? did the same thing

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Responsible_Law_5583@reddit

just moved too to pocitos

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stomith@reddit

Been looking into Uruguay as a place for my trans kids. Let me know how it goes!

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lv_butterfly@reddit

Same! Both of my kids are trans. My oldest gets harassed here in the US constantly since Trump has become president. All the bigots have gotten more outspoken. Does anyone here know specifically how supportive Uruguay is for trans minors?

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nousewindows@reddit

So you got more than one trans child? What a coincidence...

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Fit-Present-5698@reddit

It's actually not that uncommon. Same with having gay children

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Franknows@reddit

Older single trans guy here, looking into possibly retiring there. However, I don't know any Spanish (I took French in school), and Latin America has never been a draw for me, but I've been exploring my options, and Uruguay does sound great. Having other trans/queer folks to connect with there would certainly make it more likely option for me.

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zuliah@reddit

Hii I have an acquaintance moving there same situation, can someone DM me?

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Organic-Farmer-5262@reddit (OP)

DM’ing you now 😊

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Strange_Atoms@reddit

How's it going in Uruguay? I am considering it as an option. Looking into Maldonado. How's cost of living and accessibility to medical treatment (hormones)? Which city / town did you wind up in. Feel free to shoot me a message.

Good luck to you!

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Fit-Present-5698@reddit

We are considering as well

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SpaceKadet1592@reddit

I’m looking into to it! Currently under income requirements for more than a short stay so I might stay in chile for a bit first. Possibly travel between to see which I like more

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tygerpg@reddit

Hello friends! \^_\^ My family and I are also suddenly excited at the idea of moving to Uruguay! I'd love to connect with like minded people and maybe we can share information and resources to help each other! Feel free to direct message me if you are nervous posting publicly, i am also a little nervous about the whole situation, you know?

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